Klobuchar, Smith Secure Funding for Project to Construct Fourth Street Southeast and 19th Avenue Roundabout in Rochester

Congress Passed Funding Bills with Resources for Minnesota Projects Secured by Klobuchar, Smith

WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) announced that they secured $1,200,000 in funding in the Fiscal Year 2024 federal budget for a project to construct the Fourth Street Southeast and 19th Avenue roundabout in Rochester. This grant will help transform this controlled 4-way intersection into a roundabout, improving traffic operations and increasing safety for all users. Klobuchar and Smith requested the funding along with U.S. Representative Brad Finstad (R-MN).

"This project to build a new roundabout in Rochester will improve traffic flow and enhance safety for drivers and pedestrians. With this federal funding, we're on track to get this project done," said Klobuchar.

"This is a crucial intersection for Rochester residents and it needs to be made safer," said Smith. "I am so glad to have the chance to secure federal investments for vital infrastructure projects for our state like this one that will directly improve the lives of Minnesotans."

Klobuchar and Smith have been actively involved in securing this federal funding for projects benefiting communities across the state through a process called "Congressionally Directed Spending" (CDS). During the CDS process, Klobuchar and Smith have considered project proposals and advocated for funding in close coordination with leaders from across the state.

Projects are expected to receive funding over the next several months.

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