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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) donation site now open
A drop-off site in Arden Hills is accepting donations of Personal Protective Equipment for the county's COVID-19 response.
COVID-19 disaster relief grants available for veterans
Ramsey County veterans who have experienced negative financial impacts as a result of COVID-19 can apply for a one-time financial relief grant funded by the Minnesota Legislature.
Spring burns planned for Ramsey County parks
Ramsey County will conduct prescribed burns of some county-owned prairies and woodlands this spring. Burns are planned to begin in late April and run through June.
April 13-17 is Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week
Prepare for severe weather season by reviewing safety and awareness tips.
Parks & Recreation playgrounds closed until further notice
All Ramsey County Parks & Recreation playgrounds, including Discovery Hollow at Tamarack Nature Center, will be closed until further notice. The closure is intended to help reduce the spread of coronavirus and protect the health and safety of the community.
Volunteering to serve our community during the COVID-19 pandemic
Ramsey County is evaluating the best way to engage volunteers in our organization during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Property tax and valuation process changes due to COVID-19
The county is working with local and state partners on options to create flexibility for taxpayers facing financial hardship
I-94 closure between Highway 280 and I-35E April 3-6
A signed detour will be in place using Highway 280, Highway 36 and I-35E.
Respite facility for unsheltered adults at Mary Hall to open March 27
The location will provide 24/7 symptom monitoring, meals, security and transportation to and from the site for individuals experiencing homelessness.
2020 road construction and maintenance projects announced
In 2020, the county will lead or participate in 50 projects that will improve transportation in the east metro.
New service plan in effect in response to coronavirus pandemic
Service delivery will minimize person-to-person contact while providing effective and equitable operations during the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic.
March 17 message from Ramsey County Manager Ryan O’Connor
Ramsey County to suspend non-emergency walk-up services through March 23
Beginning Tuesday, March 17, Ramsey County will suspend all walk-up services except for emergency and 24/7 operations. Phone-based and online services will still be available.
Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health Guidance on COVID-19
Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health is following guidance from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) related to mitigation of COVID-19.
I-94 ramps at Dale Street close March 23 for bridge reconstruction
Work begins in March to rebuild Dale Street between Iglehart and University avenues. Several closures and traffic changes will begin in late March to prepare for construction.
Kathy Hedin named Director of Public Health
She has served as the department's interim director and a member of the county's senior management team since June 2019
First presumptive case of COVID-19 in Minnesota and Ramsey County
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has confirmed Minnesota’s first presumptive case of novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The case, an older adult resident of Ramsey County, recently traveled on a cruise ship with a known COVID-19 case.
2020 recycling guide coming to your mailbox
Keep the guide as a handy reference on household recycling and other recycling services offered to county residents.
County buildings to observe Earth Hour
Twenty-three Ramsey County-owned facilities will go dark on March 28 from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m for Earth Hour.
Volunteer applications open for advisory councils
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners is currently accepting applications to serve on the Community Health Services Advisory Committee and the Parks and Recreation Commission.