Sanitary district dissolution

The Central Lakes Regional Sanitary District would be allowed to dissolve, under a bill awaiting action by Gov. Tim Pawlenty.

Established in 2003, the district was to construct a wastewater collection system spanning several townships in north-central Minnesota; however, it ran into a number of problems, including opposition from residents. It now plans to dissolve.

Rep. Torrey Westrom (R-Elbow Lake) said HF1501/SF1489* would clarify statutes so that the district has a “path to dissolution.” He said the townships’ residents and local leaders support the bill.

The House passed the bill 131-0 on May 5; the Senate passed it 61-0 on April 30. Westrom and Sen. Bill Ingebrigtsen (R-Alexandria) are the sponsors.