A major bonding bill for public works projects would be a big topic of conversation in a normal even-numbered year, but 2020 has been anything but normal as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.Even so, advocates for a robust bonding bill say that that doesn’t take away the need to invest in buildings and infrastructure.In a series of articles and episodes in Beyond the Skyline, Finance & Commerce is taking a closer look at some of the notable bonding requests for 2020. This episode looks at the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, which is asking for $15 million in economic development grants for everything from water infrastructure in Greater Minnesota to statewide transportation initiatives.In the following interview, DEED Commissioner Steve Grove talks about the request and makes a case for why it’s important to keep making those investments – even in the midst of a global public health crisis.Related links:https://finance-commerce.com/2020/04/bonding-2020-deed-sees-an-economic-jump-start/https://finance-commerce.com/2020/03/bonding-2020/