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On climate justice: Temperatures and ticks on the rise mean greater risk of certain illnesses
Warming temperatures, increased precipitation and more frequent severe weather have already led to changes in our local ecology.
Ramsey County leadership and staff thank Agricultural Society of Ramsey County for long and rich history of producing Ramsey County Fair
The county remains open to future partnerships.
May 2023 is Tech Month
Explore resources and events about the wide range of technology employment opportunities for the entire month of May.
On climate justice: A priority for the county
Responding to climate change and increasing community resilience has been a county priority since July 2022.
Minnesota recycling works
Have you ever questioned if recycling is worth it? Short answer: Yes. Beyond saving energy and protecting natural resources, recycling also supports vital industries like paper making mills, glass bottle plants and factories that make steel beams.
On climate justice: Prepare for flood season
As climate change leads to periods of heavy and frequent rain as well as sudden snowmelt, Ramsey County will experience more flooding.
Ramsey County employee resource groups respond to Sheriff Fletcher’s Feb. 21 letter
These words are the collective voice of sponsors that represent the employee resource groups of Black Excellence, Asian Descent Network, ¡Voces!, PRIDE and Supported Employees Efforts Manifest Equity.
Ramsey County and law enforcement leaders push for funding to increase DNA testing turnaround times
County board rebukes Sheriff Fletcher for pattern of disrespect and act of racism
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners sent a letter today to Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher calling out his repeated disrespect and exclusionary practices that most recently involved the sending of a letter that omitted all members of color who currently serve on the Ramsey County Board.
Get up to $50K to help your business protect employee, community and environmental health
Sponsored by Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy in partnership with Minnesota Waste Wise, the Business Pollution Prevention Program helps businesses reduce the use of harmful chemicals, transition to safer, more sustainable chemicals, and install high-efficiency equipment.
Workers at Anoka ammunition plant urged to have children tested for lead
Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health is working with the Minnesota Department of Health and Anoka County Public Health to investigate cases of elevated lead blood levels among children of workers at Federal Ammunition.
Do you know where your trash goes?
Have you ever wondered where your trash goes after setting it on the curb or dropping it down a trash chute? Ramsey and Washington counties work together to manage waste through an organization called Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy (R&E).
On climate justice: Extreme weather and planning for emergencies
In Ramsey County, climate change is causing periods of extreme cold, extreme heat, drought and flooding. This severe weather negatively affects our health, safety and wellbeing.
Family coaches are now available for American Indian families
Family coaching services for American Indian families and those caring for American Indian children are now available through Montessori American Indian Child Care Center.
Board approves Environmental Response Fund grant recommendations
Housing Redevelopment Authority approves remediation funding for two local projects.
Ramsey County approves $6.75 million for affordable housing development projects
Board of Commissioners approve investment of $6.75 million for three affordable housing development projects.
Ramsey County commits $26 million in funding to the Park at RiversEdge
Board of Commissioners vote to contribute $26 million to the Park at RiversEdge.
County board approves 2023 supplemental budget
The board approved the budget at the Dec. 13 board meeting.
2022 community message from the board of commissioners
Hear from commissioners about Ramsey County's progress in 2022 toward achieving our strategic priorities.
Donate diapers to the Mothers First Diaper Bank year-round
Diapers can cost $70-$80 per baby each month. One in three families struggles to afford this.