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Construction begins on first development at Rice Creek Commons
The milestone kicks off the first phase of construction on the historic 427-acre site in Arden Hills, which holds an estimated development value of $1 billion.
May 2025 is Tech Month
Tech Month is an opportunity to recognize the resilience of this evolving sector and its critical role in driving innovation, solving complex challenges, and supporting economic development.
Public Health seeks community partners for 2025-26 Trusted Messenger Initiative grants
Applications are open until May 14 for a new round of grants to support innovative public health work, programs and community engagement initiatives that improve health outcomes in racially and ethnically diverse communities.
Development to begin at Rice Creek Commons
On Wednesday, officials from Ramsey County, the city of Arden Hills, and Ryan Companies US, Inc. will gather to celebrate the groundbreaking of the first project at Rice Creek Commons, a major redevelopment in Arden Hills, the first step in transforming 427 acres of former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant site.
Name our new mental health outreach vehicle
Get ready, Ramsey County! We're thrilled to announce our "Name the Mental Health Outreach Vehicle" contest!
First half of 2025 property tax payments due May 15
The first half of 2025 property tax payments are due May 15. Payments will be accepted via U.S. mail, at secure form drop-off locations and electronically.
Environmental Center celebrates International Compost Awareness week with free compost
In honor of International Compost Awareness Week, Ramsey-Washington Recycling and Energy is partnering with Ramsey County on a free compost giveaway on Saturday, May 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the new Environmental Center.
Board of commissioners honors administrative professionals with recognition
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners declares April 23, 2025, as Administrative Professionals Day and April 21–25, 2025, as Administrative Professionals Week to honor the invaluable contributions, resilience, and dedication of Administrative Professionals to the success of Ramsey County.
2024 Community & Economic Development Annual Report Now Available
The comprehensive report highlights the department’s efforts over the past year to advance equitable development, support small businesses and expand access to safe, stable housing across the county.
91 businesses attended Ramsey County’s CERT Connect Open House
Ramsey County’s largest CERT Connect Open House to date was a valuable space for collaboration.
Emergency Management & Homeland Security recognized for excellence through national reaccreditation
This is a significant milestone and reflects the hard work, commitment and dedication of the entire team in maintaining and continually improving its emergency management practices.
Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is April 13 - 19, 2025
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners declares April 13 - 19, 2025 as Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Ramsey County.
2024 Workforce Solutions annual business report is now available
The report showcases the achievements Ramsey County Workforce Solutions had working with residents, the Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County, business representatives, partners and others.
Ramsey County names Josh Olson director of Community & Economic Development
Joining the county in 2009, Olson has served in a variety of progressive leadership roles, most recently as interim Community & Economic Development director since February 2024.
Board of Commissioners declares April 7-13 Public Health Week
The 30th anniversary of National Public Health Week recognizes the contributions of public health in improving the health of all people and achieving racial and health equity.
April 7-11 is Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week
Prepare for severe weather season by reviewing safety and awareness tips.
2025 Youth Workforce Champion Award Winners
Donnell Bratton and Stephany Aguirre Lopez have demonstrated exceptional commitment to supporting and empowering Ramsey County’s youth and young adults on their personal, educational and career journeys.
Board approves revised land sale agreement, advancing Rice Creek Commons Project
The agreement with Ryan Companies for the phased development of Outlot A at Rice Creek Commons moves forward plans for a 10-acre commercial project on the northern portion of the 40-acre site in Arden Hills.
Ramsey County Environmental Center now open
It’s no joke — the Environmental Center opened on April 1! This new facility makes it easier for residents to reduce, reuse, repair and recycle.
Fix-It success story: A 1937 radio passed through a family
Tracy La Vere was a teenager when she last heard music flow from her grandfather’s radio. A relic from 1937, the Philco 37-9X Console Radio sat unused for decades in their family home.