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2020-2021 proposed budget submitted to county board
The County Manager has proposed a biennial budget of $741.7 million for 2020 and $763.4 million for 2021. Residents are encouraged to provide feedback via phone, online or in person.
Vote early for the special primary beginning August 6
Ramsey County residents can vote early for the primary election for County Commissioner District 1 from Aug. 6-10 and Aug. 12.
Volunteer with SOS Sexual Violence Services
Volunteers help staff the 24-hour crisis line during nights and weekends. Free, extensive training begins in September 2019.
Register for the Reverse Vendor Fair Open House on August 6
The Minnesota Chapter of NIGP (The Institute of Public Procurement) is hosting their Reverse Vendor Fair Open House on Tuesday, August 6 from 10:30 a.m. -1 p.m. at the Eagan Community Center.
Filing open for municipal and school district offices without a primary
Filing is open July 30 - August 13. A packet of filing information, including materials on campaign finance and voter information lists, will be provided to all who file.
Community Health Assessment now online
Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health conducts the assessment every five years to identify health conditions and needs of county residents.
Ramsey County advances Riversedge development along the Mississippi River
Ramsey County Board of Commissioners moving forward with Riversedge – AECOM’s proposed development at the Riverfront Properties site in downtown Saint Paul.
July 21-27 proclaimed Pretrial, Probation and Parole Week
The board of commissioners has issued a proclamation declaring July 21-27 as Pretrial, Probation and Parole Week.
Aldrich Arena improvements project begins
Ramsey County’s Aldrich Arena will soon see facility upgrades through an improvements project that begins in July. Construction is expected to last through November 2019. Updates will include renovated family restrooms, LED lighting, and a new roof and fire suppression system.
Discounted backyard compost bins available year-round for Ramsey County residents
County residents can now buy discounted compost bins year-round through the Recycling Association of Minnesota.
Extended evening child support hours available in August
As a part of Child Support Awareness Month, the Ramsey County Attorney's Office is offering extended evening hours from 4:30-7 p.m. on Wednesdays during August.
Ramsey County under excessive heat warning July 19
Find cooling spaces and access tips on how to stay healthy and safe during periods of high heat.
CareerForce has several free workshops available in August
Need additional training? Workshops at Workforce Solutions allow you to strengthen the skills that every employee needs to improve in the workplace.
There are several free job seeker workshops available at CareerForce Saint Paul and CareerForce North St. Paul.
Lake McCarrons beach closed
The swimming beach at Lake McCarrons County Park in Roseville is closed and unguarded as of July 10.
106th Annual Ramsey County Fair July 10-14
The 106th Annual Ramsey County Fair will take place from July 10-14 at the county fairgrounds in Maplewood.
Boys Totem Town items on sale July 19
A public sale will be held of thousands of items from the residential treatment facility which is closing in August.
Press conference regarding Ramsey County Attorney's Office Facility Dog
Ramsey County Attorney John Choi held a press conference July 2 to announce the addition of a facility dog to assist crime victims and witnesses. Norie, a two-year old purebred Golden Retriever, will provide quiet companionship to adults and children who are victims and witnesses to crime. She is highly trained for the purpose of putting victims and witnesses at ease so they can better participate in the prosecution process and ease the natural tension that comes with highly traumatic experiences.
Two Ramsey County golf courses honored with national award
Goodrich and The Ponds at Battle Creek golf courses were recently honored with the National Golf Foundation Customer Loyalty Award.
Absentee voting for the Aug. 13 Special Primary available by mail or in person
Ramsey County Commissioner District 1 voters may choose to vote early for the August 13 Special Primary by using an absentee ballot.
2018 Popular Annual Financial Report now available
Learn about the county’s 2018 financials, service highlights and major initiatives.