Community Project Funding Requests
Representative Craig has submitted the below funding requests for important community projects in Minnesota's Second Congressional District to the House Appropriations Committee.
Under guidelines issued by the Appropriations Committee, each Representative may request funding for up to 20 projects in their community for fiscal year 2027. Project eligibility is determined and ultimately approved by the House Committee on Appropriations and Projects are restricted to a limited number of federal funding streams – as such, not all requested projects receive funding. Only state and local governments and eligible non-profit entities are permitted to receive funding. Additional information on the reforms governing Community Project Funding is available here.
In compliance with House Rules and Committee requirements, Representative Craig has certified that she, her spouse, and her immediate family have no financial interest in any of the projects she has requested.
Project Name: City of Mendota Heights Municipal Campus Project
Proposed Recipient: City of Mendota Heights
Recipient Address: 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Project Location: 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118
Amount Requested: $9,750,0000
Description of Request: The funding would be used for the pre-design, design and construction of a new public safety facility to house the Mendota Heights Police Department and City Hall. The facility will serve as the Emergency Operations Center for Mendota Heights, Mendota and Lilydale, MN, providing critical coordination during natural disasters, public safety emergencies and large-scale community events. The Mendota Heights Police Department serves not only local residents but also commuters, travelers and visitors to the area, given the city’s proximity to the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and major state highways. The project addresses urgent health and safety needs, modernizes infrastructure that no longer meets operational requirements and provides accessible facilities for public use. It will enhance emergency response capabilities and continuity of government services while also preserving key municipal infrastructure.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: City of Cottage Grove Public Safety Mobile Command Post Replacement Project
Proposed Recipient: City of Cottage Grove
Recipient Address: 12800 Ravine Parkway S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Project Location: 12800 Ravine Parkway S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Amount Requested: $1,200,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used to replace Cottage Grove Public Safety’s 20-year-old Mobile Command Vehicle (MCV). The current MCV is outdated and its functionality is now severely limited. The MCV is a critical resource used regionally to support law enforcement and public safety operations during large-scale, high-risk or complex incidents. A replacement MCV will provide Cottage Grove and surrounding communities with a dependable vehicle equipped with updated technology and sufficient space for a unified command operation across police, fire and EMS. This capability is essential for effective emergency response, coordinated planning and regional interoperability. By bringing a mobile command post directly to incidents, the vehicle allows officers and emergency responders to proactively manage public safety operations, engage with the community during large events and enhance overall safety outcomes.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: City of Woodbury Public Safety Campus Security Improvements
Proposed Recipient: City of Woodbury
Recipient Address: 2100 Radio Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125.
Project Location: 2100 Radio Drive, Woodbury, MN, 55125
Amount Requested: $2,560,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used to acquire security equipment and technology for the new Woodbury Public Safety Campus. These investments include perimeter security, extra camera systems, lockdown vestibule technology, Kevlar reinforcement in service desks, panic alarms, shatter-resistant window film and a license plate reader. These investments will protect critical infrastructure and equipment, ensuring that police resources remain operational and available when residents need them most. Additionally, these improvements safeguard the integrity of the justice system. Secure evidence storage and controlled access reduce the likelihood of tampering or chain-of-custody concerns. They will also protect officers and staff in the facility – ensuring that they can securely and confidently provide the best service possible to the public.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: City of Apple Valley PFAS Water Treatment Design
Proposed Recipient: City of Apple Valley
Recipient Address: 7100 147th St. West, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Project Location: 6426 140th St. West, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used to address the emerging drinking water contaminants in Apple Valley’s ground water supply by allowing the city to plan and design for the installation and construction of specific filtration technologies for removal of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). This will ensure that the water treatment plant has the capability to treat PFAS and other emerging contaminants, consistent with applicable national primary drinking water regulations. Access to clean and safe drinking water is a fundamental public service and a cornerstone of public health. The outcome of this design work will allow the city to cost effectively ensure a safe drinking water supply for current and future generations.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: City of Farmington Police Department Security Enhancement Project
Proposed Recipient: City of Farmington
Recipient Address: 430 3rd St. Farmington, MN 55024
Project Location: 19500 Municipal Drive, Farmington, MN 55024
Amount Requested: $2,500,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used to support the growing operational needs of the City of Farmington Police Department while significantly improving the safety, functionality and service capacity of its municipal facility. This project includes security improvements associated with the development of a centralized Public Safety Command Center. The system will allow the Police Department to detect incidents earlier, coordinate responses more efficiently and protect municipal assets and personnel across the City of Farmington.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: Tethered Drone Public Safety Enhancement Project
Proposed Recipient: City of Savage Police Department
Recipient Address: 6000 McColl Drive, Savage, MN 55378
Project Location: 6000 McColl Dr., Savage, MN 55378
Amount Requested: $12,500
Description of Request: The funding would be used to purchase a tethered power system for the Savage Police Department’s public safety drone. This would allow the aircraft to receive continuous power from a ground based station and remain airborne for extended periods. This capability will significantly enhance the department’s ability to provide persistent aerial monitoring during emergency incidents, search and rescue operations and disaster response.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: City of Woodbury Potable Drinking Water Infrastructure Upgrades
Proposed Recipient: City of Woodbury
Recipient Address: 8301 Valley Creek Road, Woodbury, MN 55125
Project Location: 11830 Lake Road, Woodbury, MN 55129
Amount Requested: $2,800,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used to replace deteriorating potable drinking water infrastructure. The proposed project will address critical components of the City’s water system, including water towers, wells, ground storage reservoirs, booster stations, and associated piping. Key “shovel-ready” efforts include rehabilitation of the Lake Tower, improvements to two treated wells, and upgrades to a ground storage reservoir and booster facilities. These projects are essential to maintaining reliable delivery of clean drinking water, supporting system resiliency, and protecting water quality for Woodbury’s approximately 82,000 residents and local businesses.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: City of Mendota Watermain Extension and Roadway Repair
Proposed Recipient: City of Mendota
Recipient Address: PO Box 50831, Mendota, MN 55150
Project Location: 2nd and D Street, City of Mendota
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Description of Request: This funding will be used to extend and upgrade the City’s municipal water infrastructure and reconstruct an associated roadway segment that currently lacks adequate utility capacity and will require significant rehabilitation. The watermain extension will improve system reliability, increase capacity and enhance fire protection capabilities while ensuring continued delivery of safe and dependable drinking water to the community. The roadway component will address the strain of the watermain project on impacted roads, which will be compounded by already deteriorating pavement conditions. It will also improve drainage and enhance safety and accessibility for residents, visitors and emergency services personnel.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: City of Lakeville Water Treatment Plant Expansion
Proposed Recipient: City of Lakeville
Recipient Address: 20195 Holyoke Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044
Project Location: 18400 Ipava Avenue Lakeville, MN 55044
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used to plan, design, and engineer the upgrade of the City of Lakeville’s Water Treatment Plant. Originally constructed in 1997 at 10 million gallons per day (MGD) and expanded to 26 MGD following a 2013 filter pilot study, the facility is approaching capacity limits relative to current demand. The proposed expansion will also improve the efficiency of the city's water treatment process, reducing treatment costs and, in turn, keeping water rates as low as possible for Lakeville residents. This will ensure that the water treatment plant has the capability to treat PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) and other emerging contaminants, consistent with applicable national primary drinking water regulations. Funding covers engineering, design and construction costs.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: City of Lonsdale Wastewater Treatment Plant Biosolids Processing Upgrade
Proposed Recipient: City of Lonsdale
Recipient Address: 103 15th Ave SE, Lonsdale, MN 55046
Project Location: 835 Industrial Park Dr. SE., Lonsdale, MN 55046
Amount Requested: $2,500,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used to upgrade the City's wastewater treatment plant. The original plant design was for 180 days of storage for spring and fall application of biosolids. Due to only have one tank, it limits storage and adds cost to haul extra water. With more stringent phosphorus limits, we are experiencing more biosolids production than the plant's original design. The project will use the existing tank as a holding tank, add a building with a thickener to thicken the material to 5% solids (80% volume reduction) compared to less than 1% now, add a tank with more aggressive mixing to handle thicker bio-solids, miscellaneous pumping/loadout facility piping and new electrical for new equipment.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: TH 13 Trail - Segment #2, between 150th Street and Candy Cove Trail SE
Proposed Recipient: City of Prior Lake
Recipient Address: 4646 Dakota Street SE, Prior Lake, MN 55372
Project Location: West side of TH 13 in Prior Lake, between 150th Street and Candy Cove Trail SE.
Amount Requested: $1,859,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used to construct a safe trail connection from CSAH42 to the signalized intersection at Fish Point Road, which provides access to Hidden Oaks Middle School and Twin Oaks Middle School, and then south to Candy Cove Trail to provide access to the last "landlocked" neighborhood along TH 13. Providing this connection between the community's two middle schools and the commercial district located at the intersection of CSAH 42 and TH 13 will move many pedestrians and bicyclists off the TH 13 shoulder and onto a separated trail along a heavily travelled route. Additionally, the neighborhoods that are located between TH 13 and Lower Prior Lake are “islands of housing” that can only be accessed via TH 13. Currently, those residents have no pedestrian connectivity to the rest of the city.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: Dakota County CSAH 46 Expansion and Pedestrian Safety Improvements
Proposed Recipient: Dakota County
Recipient Address: 1590 Highway 55, Hastings, MN 55033
Project Location: CSAH 46 at Trunk Highway 3 (S. Robert Trail) in Rosemount to CR 48 in Coates.
Amount Requested: $6,500,000
Description of Request: This funding would be used to reconfigure County Road 46 (CSAH 46) to enhance safety and efficiency for vehicles. It will reconstruct and expand 5.1 miles of CSAH 46 between Trunk Highway 3 and U.S. 52 from a two-lane undivided highway to a four-lane divided highway and ramp intersection improvements at U.S. 52. A new grade-separated crossing will allow safe active transportation activities to accommodate the expansion of the Vermillion Highlands Greenway. Environmental remediation will also be required to remove the “T-wall structures” that were part of a munitions facility during World War II at the University of Minnesota, Rosemount Research and Outreach Center. The CSAH 46 freight corridor is heavily traveled. Heavy commercial vehicles make up nearly 20 percent of the daily traffic. The existing roadway configuration creates congestion and safety issues for all users due to the low capacity of its two through lanes and the lack of turn lanes. In addition, the CSAH 46/U.S. 52 interchange ramp intersections have above state-average crash rates and need safety improvements.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: North Creek Pedestrian Improvement Project
Proposed Recipient: Dakota County
Recipient Address: 1590 Highway 55, Hastings, MN 55033
Project Location: Rambling River Park, 17 Elm Street, Farmington, MN 55024
Amount Requested: $2,400,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used for the North Creek Greenway Regional Trail gap (1.7 miles) connecting Downtown Farmington, Rambling River Park, and residential neighborhoods in the northern part of Farmington. These dollars would specifically be for a bridge, over railroad tracks, directly connecting Riverview Elementary School and Levi P. Dodge Middle School (208th St. W) to the greenway corridor. This trail connection will create a direct neighborhood connection to Levi Dodge Middle School, Riverview Elementary School and Great Oaks Academy to allow for increased bike and pedestrian access for students. In addition, the bridge proposed specifically overcomes barriers posed to bikes and pedestrians. Direct and indirect connections to several parks, including Farmington Preserve and Rambling River, will also be created, as will more direct access to many regional destinations.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: Washington County - County Road 19A and 100th Street Realignment (Southwest Arterial)
Proposed Recipient: Washington County
Recipient Address: 14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082
Project Location:14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082
Amount Requested: $10,000,000
Description of Request: This project will construct a new arterial highway that includes a grade separated railway crossing, which will support economic development, improve safety and more evenly distribute regional traffic near US Highway 61 in the City of Cottage Grove. This area has experienced a drastic increase in development, creating congestion and accelerated infrastructure deterioration due to the limited routes to and from the business park. Rapid development in the area has heightened the need for an east-west arterial roadway connecting to US 61 to safely serve businesses and residents. Furthermore, existing roadways in this area are aging beyond their designed life span and do not provide space for non-motorized users.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: I-35 Bridges and County Highway 50 Interchange
Proposed Recipient: Dakota County
Recipient Address: 1590 Highway 55, Hastings, MN 55033
Project Location: Lakeville, MN, 55044; I-35 near 175th Street
Amount Requested: $10,000,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used to replace the I-35 bridges over County Highway 50 and reconstruct the interchange in the City of Lakeville, Minnesota. This includes the expansion of County Highway 50 and an I-35 northbound auxiliary lane extending 4,500 feet north of County Highway 50. The existing I-35 and County Highway 50 interchange does not have sufficient capacity, sight distance or turn lanes, which results in delays and safety issues. Between 2012 and 2021 there have been 484 crashes resulting in a critical crash rate 4 times what is expected. Dakota County and the City of Lakeville have been planning to replace this deficient interchange since 2004 and have made significant local investments in right of way acquisition, local road reconfiguration, and drainage improvements.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: Scott County Class A and Class B Burn Tower Upgrades Project
Proposed Recipient: Scott County
Recipient Address: 200 4th Avenue W, Shakopee, MN 55379
Project Location: 17706 Valley View Drive / Jordan, MN 55352
Amount Requested: $1,787,500
Description of Request: The funding would be used to complete two critical capital improvements at the SCALE Regional Public Safety Training Facility in Jordan, Minnesota. The first is a Class A upgrade: replacing the facility’s existing temporary and deteriorated burn structures with a purpose-built, code-compliant Class A burn tower designed for long-term use. The second is a Class B upgrade: modernizing the electronics, safety systems and burner components of the existing propane-fueled burn tower which has been in continuous operation for over 17 years and is approaching end-of-life for its control and safety systems. The current Class A structures are significantly degraded and require frequent replacement, limiting the facility’s long-term functionality. These upgrades will improve the safety, reliability, and durability of this public safety training facility by replacing aging infrastructure and extending the useful life of critical equipment by an estimated 15 to 20 years.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: Dakota County Technical College Workforce Development Initiative
Proposed Recipient: Dakota County Technical College
Recipient Address: 1300 145th Street E, Rosemount, MN 55068
Project Location: 1300 145th Street E, Rosemount, MN 55068
Amount Requested: $575,000
Description of Request: The funding would support the acquisition, installation and deployment of advanced workforce training equipment and capital improvements to expand transportation and logistics career pathways across Minnesota. Funds will be used to purchase and install electric vehicle (EV) and high-voltage training systems, advanced diagnostic and calibration equipment, and AI-enabled simulation and digital learning platforms to modernize existing training facilities and align instruction with current industry demand. Funding will also support capital upgrades and equipment modernization for a mobile workforce training and career exploration unit, including installation of updated instructional equipment and interactive training stations, to expand access to hands-on training opportunities for K–12 students and underserved communities.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: City of Northfield Community Resource Center (NCRC) Building Upgrades
Proposed Recipient: City of Northfield
Recipient Address: 801 Washington Street, Northfield, MN 55057
Project Location: 1651 Jefferson Parkway, Northfield, MN 55057
Amount Requested: $4,000,000
Description of Request: The funding will support critical repairs and upgrades to the Northfield Community Resource Center, ensuring it remains a safe, accessible and functional space for community services. Planned improvements include security and technology upgrades, new flooring and paint, renovated public restroom, and replacement of the boiler, chiller and air handling units. With additional funding, improvements to organization-specific areas can be made. The NCRC houses several key government and non-profit service providers, including Healthy Community Initiative, Northfield Community College Collaborative, Community Action Center, Fifty North, Rice County United Way, Rice County satellite offices, Work Force Development and a satellite location of the Northfield Public Library.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: Washington County Redundant Fiber Connection Project
Proposed Recipient: Washington County
Recipient Address: 14949 62nd Street N, Stillwater, MN 55082
Project Location: 14949 62nd Street N, Stillwater, MN 55082
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Description of Request: The funding would eliminate a documented single point of failure in Washington County’s fiber network that supports emergency communications, traffic signal coordination and other essential public services across the southern half of the county, including Woodbury, Cottage Grove, Afton and St. Paul Park. Currently, a single 16-mile fiber line connects two critical IT systems. In 2023, this line was damaged, degrading communications and forcing backup emergency systems offline, creating a significant risk to service continuity. This project will construct a geographically separate fiber route to ensure reliable connectivity to the County’s multi-purpose public safety facility in Afton, enabling it to function as a backup Emergency Communications Response Center and Emergency Operations Center during emergencies. The facility supports coordinated disaster response, real-time communication among local, state and federal partners, and continuity of essential public services for residents. The project will also help maintain safe and efficient traffic signal operations along major corridors, improving public safety and mobility, particularly during emergencies.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.
Project Name: Scott County Highway 13 Chowen Avenue to Washburn Avenue Segment
Proposed Recipient: Scott County
Recipient Address: 200 4th Avenue W, Shakopee, MN 55379
Project Location: TH 13 - Chowen Ave to Washburn Ave segment
Amount Requested: $10,000,000
Description of Request: The funding would be used to improve the Chowen Avenue to Washburn Avenue intersection, which has the highest crash rate in the project corridor. Across the full project, proposed improvements are projected to reduce crashes by 77 percent and generate more than $31 million in crash savings by 2049. Every vehicle currently stopping at this high-speed intersection creates risk; the proposed grade separation eliminates that risk entirely. Beyond safety, the project will save drivers an estimated three minutes and twenty-two seconds per trip during peak periods, generating $115 million in cumulative travel time savings by 2049. It will reduce freight delay through the second-most congested truck corridor in the Twin Cities, improving access to the Ports of Savage—the second-highest river tonnage port in Minnesota—and supporting agricultural and industrial commerce across the region. Multimodal improvements, including bicycle and pedestrian grade-separated crossings, multi-use trails and bus shoulders, will make the corridor safer and more accessible for all users.
Signed certification letter stating the project’s Federal nexus and that there is no financial interest in the project.