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County board hires Ryan T. O'Connor as County Manager
The county board has voted to hire Ryan T. O' Connor as the next County Manager, effective July 30.
Union Depot Bar & Grill now open
Restaurant features American fare with lunch and dinner service at historic Union Depot.
Soil & Water Conservation division to join Parks & Recreation department
The duties and authorities of the Ramsey Conservation District transfer to Ramsey County on July 1.
Share your feedback on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan through Nov. 29
The plan describes the county’s unique role in addressing regional prosperity, equity, livability, stewardship and sustainability over the next 20 years.
Board proclaims May 6-12 as Correctional Officers Week
The proclamation honors the county's nearly 350 dedicated full-time and intermittent correctional officers, sergeants, lieutenants, captains and support staff.
Make your yard and garden pollinator friendly
After this long winter, it’s only natural to want to get a jump start on gardening. But before you grab your tools and head out to clean up last year’s plant debris, consider your impact on pollinator insects. Pollinator insects, like bees, transfer pollen to flowering plants to fertilize them so the plants can reproduce, including the plants that produce the food we eat. You may be surprised to learn that doing less yard work isn’t only easier on you, but also on pollinator insects
Press conference regarding Ramsey County Sexual Assault Systems Review
Ramsey County Attorney John Choi held a press conference April 27 and released a report from a two-year study detailing a need for major systems change in sexual assault response.
Understanding the Service Team model
In 2015, Ramsey County moved to a Service Team Structure. This change allows the county to best capitalize on its strengths and talent in pursuit of the board’s vision of a community where all are valued and thrive.
Free job seeker workshops available in March
Several free workshops are available for job seekers on an ongoing basis at Saint Paul and North St. Paul locations.
Hazardous Waste Generator License Renewal Deadline Approaching
The due date for hazardous waste generator license renewal application is approaching fast. To be on time, your 2020 annual report must be completed online and submitted by Jan. 31. After this date, a late penalty (10% of your total) may be added to your license fee. Please note that you will be able to make payments online and/or enroll in a payment plan for your license fee
Free recreation programs available during winter break
Free skating, hockey and park programs for all ages are available to keep kids and adults active over winter break.
Ted Schoenecker selected as Public Works Director
Schoenecker has held engineering and planning positions at the city, county and state level since 2002. He will begin work at the county Jan. 8.
County board approves 2018-2019 budget
The board of commissioners has approved a biennial budget of $713,986,394 in 2018. This represents an increase of 3.3 percent from 2017.
Grants available to promote healthy lifestyles
Mini-grants are available to organizations interested in improving the health of county residents. Application deadline is Dec. 11.
What to do with spent light bulbs
Not all lightbulbs can go in the trash when they no longer work. Here’s how to know which ones can go in the trash and which ones should be taken to a household hazardous waste collection site.
Ramsey Reuses: beginner tips for thrifting
If you’d like to help the planet, save some money and maybe even pay it forward to help others, consider purchasing used, or upcycled goods. Buying used or upcycled goods helps keep those items out of the trash. Instead of going to waste, many items can be reused. And, with low prices, thrift stores can help people save money on clothing, winter wear and other necessities. You can also find unique items for great prices. Many thrift stores also support charitable organizations.
Cummins saves $2,000 per year by recycling more
Cummins Sales and Services in White Bear Lake is one of numerous Cummins offices in the U.S. They are a multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, distributes and services engines and power generation products. General Manager, John Haine, wanted to improve recycling and start food scraps collection at the White Bear Lake location, so he applied for and received a BizRecycling grant.
Friends of the Ramsey County Libraries Used Book Sale October 26-28
The Friends of the Ramsey County Libraries is hosting a Pop-Up Used Book Sale October 26-28 at the Ramsey County Library in Shoreview.
Public comment open on Workforce Solutions biennial service agreement through Nov. 2
The draft 2018-2019 MFIP Biennial Service Agreement is available for public comment.
City of Maplewood receives GreenStep Cities award
The City of Maplewood has long been committed to sustainability. Maplewood was one of the first cities to sign onto the Minnesota GreenStep Cities program in 2010.