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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.
Fall cleanup and putting your garden to bed
During the fall months there are several steps recommended by the Ramsey County Master Gardeners to take to get your garden ready for next spring.
Fall is the best time for lawn care
Pay attention to your lawn this fall to give you healthy grass next spring. Here are some suggestions from Ramsey County Master Gardeners:
BizRecycling helps businesses save a little extra money
Recognizing the current financial hardship that many businesses are experiencing, BizRecycling created Relief grants—up to $10,000 each—for small businesses in Ramsey County and Washington County. Businesses are eligible for a Relief grant even if they’ve already received a BizRecycling grant, and Relief grants fund a wider range of costs than regular grants.
New online Open Data Portal launched
The new Open Data Portal has four aspects: Open Data, Open Performance, Open Budget and Open Expenditure.
Luis Rosario named Director of Assessor department
Rosario has worked in the department since 2005, most recently as supervisor of the Residential Property unit.
2018-19 proposed budget submitted to county board
The County Manager has proposed a biennial budget of $704 million for 2018 and $723 million for 2019. Residents are encouraged to provide feedback at public hearings on Sept. 12 and Nov. 27.
Food saving tips: Making the most of Minnesota’s fresh summer produce
As the summer heat settles in, locally grown produce begins hitting grocery shelves, farmers’ markets and roadside stands. Visit MinnesotaGrown.com to learn when and where to access locally grown produce. Then visit SaveTheFood.com to learn how to properly store, refresh and use up produce.
Reuse tips for back-to-school
Do you have kiddos heading back to school next month? Consider your impact on the environment. Here are five easy tips that can help you waste less and save some money!
Mental Health crisis services
Mental health crisis services are available 24/7 for all Ramsey County adults and children.
Grant funding available to help schools to reduce waste
Over the next two years, Ramsey County will be offering funding and technical assistance to public school districts and charter schools to reduce their trash and enhance reuse opportunities.
Costco warehouse in Maplewood committed to waste reduction
Last year, Jennifer Edman, Costco supervisor at the Maplewood location, reached out to BizRecycling to help improve Maplewood Costco’s recycling. The Maplewood location had already been collecting recyclable and compostable items and donating unsold food to Second Harvest Heartland (a food bank) for several years, but Edman knew there was still opportunity to do more. After a visit with a recycling specialist, Edman discovered that all food scraps could be composted.
Food saving tips: Storing, freezing, refreshing and using up bread
From flat bread to focaccia, from buns to baguettes — bread is a simple and nourishing staple that accompanies numerous dishes across many cuisines. Consider these tips for storing, freezing, refreshing and using up bread.
Press conference responding to verdict in Jeronimo Yanez trial
Ramsey County Attorney John J. Choi held a press conference June 16 responding to the verdict in the Jeronimo Yanez trial
Donation options for clothing and household goods
We know many of you have been cleaning out your closets and finding things you no longer want to keep. Thank you for holding on to these items over the past several weeks. Some donation centers are accepting items again.
Children's author Stephanie Watson visits storytime May 22, 23 and 25
Join local Minnesota author Stephanie Watson for three special family storytimes this week at Ramsey County Library - Roseville.
Tuj Lub courts at Keller Regional Park open June 10
A grand opening ceremony will be held for the new Tuj Lub courts at 9 a.m. at Keller Regional Park on June 10.
Childcare center diverts more than 5,500 pounds from the trash each year
St. Croix Kids Early Childhood Center daycare and preschool in Stillwater has been teaching preschool children since 1969. Last year, the center reached out to BizRecycling to learn how to decrease waste and lower its trash bill. Through a BizRecycling grant, St. Croix Kids Early Childhood Center started a food scraps (organics recycling) collection program. The childhood center now has color-coded, clearly labeled bins for food scraps, recycling and trash collection in each room.
Celebrate Compost Awareness Week by Composting
May 3-9 is International Compost Awareness Week. With many of us spending more time at home, you may be sprucing up your lawn and trying your hand at gardening. Home composting is an easy way to turn organic waste (food scraps, leaves, plant trimmings and branches) into a rich soil amendment, which improves the quality of the soil. It’s also a great way to get children involved in caring for the environment.