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Digital Inclusion Week proclaimed by board
The proclamation was read at the Sept. 27 board meeting.
Adopt a family in need this holiday season
To help ensure more families in our community thrive during this time of year, the Family Sponsorship Program matches community sponsors with Ramsey County families in need.
Keller Golf Course recognized for environmental excellence
Audubon International is recognizing Keller Golf Course for 14 years of certification as an Audubon International Cooperative Sanctuary.
October 2023 is Manufacturing Month
Check out the resources, events and industry information below to learn more about the wide array of career opportunities in manufacturing.
Tips to avoid a wait at yard waste sites
Yard waste sites experience heavy traffic during the fall. Consider these tips for your next trip to avoid a wait.
County Road B closed Sept. 29 - Oct. 7 for utility work
Signed detours will be in place using Dale Street and Highway 36.
Hispanic Heritage Month declared by board
The proclamation was read at the Sept. 20 board meeting.
Larpenteur Avenue closed Sept. 19-23 for utility work
The closure is located between English Street and Hagen Drive.
Updated (bivalent) vaccines are now available at Ramsey County clinics
Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health is now offering updated (bivalent) vaccines to people ages 6 months and older.
New Inclusive Employer Champions initiative launched
Ramsey County Workforce Solutions (WFS) announces a new partnership with area chambers of commerce and economic development organizations who serve Ramsey County residents.
New Brighton Road closed Sept. 19-26 for culvert replacement
A signed detour will be in place. Residential access will be available.
West Side Arena project community listening sessions held in September
In-person and virtual listening sessions will be held.
Ramsey County partners with Tree Trust to complete summer parks projects
This summer, Ramsey County Parks & Recreation and Workforce Solutions partnered with Tree Trust, a non-profit that helps teens and young adults build sustainable careers with training and hands-on experience in skilled trades and green career pathways.
September is Workforce Development Month
This month is a time to honor workforce development leaders and staff across Minnesota, as well as draw attention to the resources available to those looking for work and to employers who need workers now.
Retiring Ramsey County Assessor Luis Rosario recognized
Rosario was honored at the September 6 board of commissioners meeting.
2023 supplemental budget and performance measures submitted to county board
The proposed 2023 supplemental budget totals $785,423,271, an increase of about $2.3 million over the budget approved in December 2021.
On climate justice: Intro to the issues
Climate change is already having a big impact on Ramsey County residents. We’re seeing milder winters, hotter summers, floods, droughts, severe storms in every season and longer allergy seasons.
How to start collecting food scraps
Food scraps make up nearly 20% of trash in Minnesota. Fruit peels, coffee grounds and eggshells are just a few examples of food that gets thrown away. Food scraps recycling is one solution that breaks down food scraps into compost used in gardens, landscaping and construction projects.
Community invited to help plan new Environmental Service Center
The proposed center is part of a county initiative to redesign recycling and waste disposal services.
Update on Aug. 27 EF-0 tornado and outdoor weather sirens
A very small, weak tornado briefly passed through Ramsey County. No major structural damage or injuries were reported. Learn more about why sirens weren't activated.