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Three-lane Maryland Avenue configuration to remain between Arkwright Street and Payne Avenue
Traffic analyses and resident feedback support maintaining the three-lane road configuration.
County board approves 2020-2021 budget
The board of commissioners approved a budget of $741,707,421 in 2020. This represents a 0.5% increase over 2019.
Free winter break events at county library and park locations
Free, family friendly events and activities for residents.
Law Library resources available to all county residents
Free law-related resources available for residents.
Margaret Lovejoy honored with proclamation at Dec. 17 board meeting
Margaret Lovejoy was recognized for her service and commitment to county children and families in need.
Old School Cool: Restoring a relic
An antique Zamboni that has spent more than a dozen years tucked away in the basement of the Ramsey County Parks & Recreation maintenance shop will soon be given new life.
Nominations open for 2020 Ramsey County Public Health Awards
Nominations will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020.
Soil & Water Conservation staff member recognized by local watershed district
Michael Schumann was honored with the 2019 Watershed Excellence Award for Outstanding Partner by Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District (RWMWD). Schumann is a Landscape Designer for Ramsey County Parks & Recreation’s Soil & Water Conservation division.
Golf Digest names Keller's Jon Reigstad top teacher
Jon Reigstad, Keller Golf Course's Director of Instruction, has been named on “The Best Teachers by State” list for Golf Digest.
Junior golf program awarded Minnesota Golf License Plate Grant
One year ago, Keller Golf Course and The Ponds at Battle Creek partnered with The First Tee of the Twin Cities to establish a school golf program as part of their junior golf initiatives. The partnership was recently awarded $5,000 through the Minnesota Golf License Plate Grant.
Temporary trail closure at Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park
A trail at Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park will be temporarily closed starting Dec. 3. During the trail closure, a contractor will be conducting work as part of the Snail Lake Woodland Restoration Project, and machinery will be used to stack piles of invasive buckthorn for removal.
Ramsey County launches dynamic incentives dashboard to enhance business growth
This online resource consolidates local, state and regional incentives and resources for existing and future businesses.
2020 budget hearing resources
See video and additional resources related to the Nov. 25 Public Hearing on the proposed Ramsey County budget.
I-694 exit ramps to Rice Street reopen Nov. 25 and 26
The westbound exit ramp will open Monday, Nov. 25 and the eastbound exit ramp will open Tuesday, Nov. 26.
Ramsey County’s Consolidated Plan
Every five years, Ramsey County submits a Consolidated Plan to HUD which assesses the affordable housing and community development needs of suburban Ramsey County.
Applications open for Young Adult Public Sector Career Academy
Workforce Solutions is offering a 10-week career academy for young adults interested in learning more about careers in government.
Commissioner Frethem takes oath of office
District 1 Commissioner Nicole Frethem joins the Ramsey County Board.
Ramsey County receives Women’s Economic Security Act grant
Ramsey County received a $155,500 Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Women's Economic Security Act grant to support The Katherine Project.
Safe Space opens as a year-round emergency shelter on Nov. 12
With growing tent encampments and more people living homeless in all seasons, Ramsey County will reopen the Safe Space as a year-round emergency shelter Tuesday, Nov. 12, on the lower level of the Government Center East building.
Business Journal recognizes Lee Mehrkens as CFO of the Year
Mehrkens was honored with peer Twin Cities Chief Financial Officers at a ceremony on Nov. 7.