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County goes green in support of veterans
Five county-owned buildings are illuminated in green this week to let veterans know they are seen, appreciated and supported.
Vote today in the general election
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Burning used oil for heat
Information for hazardous waste generators about burning used oil for heat.
On climate justice: The air we breathe
There are two dangerous feedback loops that occur in relation to climate change, air quality and racial and health equity:
- Extreme heat can lead to poor air quality and in turn poor air quality can cause rising temperatures. Data shows that when extreme heat and poor air quality combine, the effect on public health is vastly worse than when either extreme heat or poor air quality occur on their own.
- Health disparities between racial and ethnic communities are worsened by the industries that have caused climate change and climate change in turn worsens disparities in health outcomes.
Fix-It Clinic volunteers share memories of past clinics
For five years, Fix-It Clinics helped residents fix their torn Star Wars socks, jammed sewing machines and shattered Santa Claus salt shakers (to name a few examples), for free. Volunteer “fixers” worked together with the residents to repair their items.
Fix-It Clinics are returning Saturday, Nov. 19, after a two-year hiatus, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
We asked some of our veteran fixers to share their favorite memories from previous clinics.
Boil water advisory in effect for Mounds View
This advisory for Mounds View water users to boil water for cooking, drinking or brushing teeth has now expired.
Open house delivers equal access and contracting opportunities
On Oct. 4, at the Public Works Facility in Arden Hills, the county held its first CERT Connect open house.
Oct. 25 proclaimed as Foster Care Provider Appreciation Day
The proclamation was read at the Oct. 25 board of commissioners meeting.
Information on Oct. 25 shelter-in-place alert
For reasons not known at this time, the Wireless Emergency Alert system pushed the message to a significantly broader area than intended.
Ramsey County marks National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
October 23-29 is National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.
Saint Paul-Ramsey County Public Health is working to create a safer, healthier environment through its Healthy Homes program, a collaboration by the environmental health and family health divisions of Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health
Union Depot to be the "Hub for the Holidays" this December
The holiday festivities at Union Depot in Lowertown include the outdoor European Christmas Market, free family holiday movie night and the popular Holiday Bake Sale.
Join Ramsey County to discuss climate justice
While Climate change affects all county residents, African American/Black, American Indian and other racially, ethnically and culturally diverse communities are more likely to suffer negative health outcomes than others.Join Ramsey County for one of two upcoming engagement sessions focused on climate justice
Service Centers in Maplewood and Roseville closed Oct. 17
Service Center - Downtown Saint Paul is open until 4:30 p.m. at Metro Square.
Bald Eagle Boulevard closed Oct. 24-28 for utility work
Residential access will be available. A signed detour will be in place for through traffic.
Vadnais Boulevard closed Oct. 17-24 for culvert replacement
Residential and school access will be available. Access to Vadnais Lake Drive will be available from Rice Street only.
Board proclaims Oct. 11 as Licensed Family Child Care Provider Appreciation Day
The proclamation was read at the Oct. 11 board of commissioners meeting.
Clerical error for House District 67A resolved
At Ramsey County’s request, the Minnesota Supreme Court issued a ruling on Oct. 3 to resolve the clerical error on absentee ballots for the Minnesota House of Representatives District 67A election.
Ramsey County opens third affordable housing solicitation today through October 31
Funding for affordable housing projects now available.
On climate justice: Climate change and environmental justice
Climate change is the term used to describe long term shifts in temperature and weather patterns. Here in Minnesota we're experiencing warmer nighttime temperatures all year round, extended periods of heat and drought as well as intense storms such as polar vortexes and rain/wind storms, in all seasons.
Have a green Halloween
Halloween is filled with creative costumes, creepy decorations, and… lots of waste. In fact, it’s estimated that one pound of trash is produced from every trick-or-treater. Enjoy an eco-friendly Halloween this year by considering the following tips: