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Help stop the spread of invasive species
Ramsey County Parks & Recreation has launched an educational campaign called “Clean In, Clean Out” to help stop the spread of invasive species.
Help the environment with your summer lawn care
Summer lawn care season is in full swing! Did you know that certain lawn maintenance activities can improve water quality for lakes, rivers and wetlands?
Updated stories and datasets added to Open Ramsey County
The free online resource allows residents, businesses and community organizations to read, research, download and analyze county data.
Board proclaims May Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month
The proclamation honors the irreplaceable roles of Asian American and Pacific Islanders through economic, social, civic, cultural and other contributions in Ramsey County.
Report shares COVID-19 experiences, needs of cultural and ethnic minority communities
The report draws on input and knowledge shared by community members through a series of 49 conversations held from November 2020 to February 2021.
Press conference regarding Nicholas Firkus homicide charges
Ramsey County Attorney John J. Choi held a press conference May 20 to announce charging in the State of Minnesota v. Nicholas Firkus
2022-23 Budget Community Conversations scheduled for June 3 and 10 via Zoom
Ramsey County is hosting a series of virtual community conversations about its 2022-23 budget to build transparency and awareness and engage community members in the budgeting process.
Applications open for summer Junior Assistant Naturalists at Tamarack Nature Center
Junior Assistant Naturalists are volunteer positions that help with summer day camp programs at Tamarack Nature Center.
Be on the lookout for jumping worms
If you like to garden or fish, be on the lookout for jumping worms. Jumping worms look similar to nightcrawlers and other earthworms except that they wiggle intensely when disturbed and can appear to be jumping. They are also known as “snake worms,” “Alabama jumpers” or “crazy worms”. Jumping worms are invasive and destructive worms that can quickly degrade soils (giving it a texture similar to coffee grounds), kill garden plants and damage lawns.
New ROADS Promotional Videos are now available
Three new promotional videos are now available to the public explaining program benefits, eligibility and services available, in addition to sharing a few success stories.
Board proclaims May American Indian Heritage Month
The county recognizes American Indian Month as an important time to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, traditions and histories of American Indian people.
Rush Line BRT Environmental Assessment open for public comment
The formal comment period runs through June 25, 2021. Informational Open Houses will be held on June 2, 3 and 17.
Timeline to end COVID-19 restrictions announced
Nearly all state COVID-19 restrictions would end by May 28, and the statewide masking requirement would end once 70 percent of Minnesotans age 16 years and older get their vaccine, or by July 1.
Board proclaims May 2-8 as Correctional Officers and Employees Week
The board of commissioners has proclaimed May 2-8 as Ramsey County Correctional Officers and Employees Week.
BizRecycling helps residents of New Brighton View Apartments recycle better
In the past, the recycling dumpsters at New Brighton View Apartments were often contaminated with trash. However, property manager Angela Paulson didn’t have the resources to share details about recycling with her residents. The BizRecycling program provided her with grant funds and helpful recycling education materials, including brochures, wall clings, posters, and even reusable recycling bags for each resident—all for free – that she could just grab and hand out to her residents. They have helped Paulson answer residents’ questions about recycling and reduce contamination.
Stormwater is more than water down the drain in Saint Anthony
When it rains it pours. Or so the saying goes. But in Saint Anthony Village, rainwater doesn’t just pour down the storm drain. The city has been making creative use of all its water resources since 2009.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Stronger together in hope for change
Each May we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month as a great opportunity for the community to discuss and acknowledge the importance of mental health and wellness.
April proclaimed Fair Housing Month
The proclamation was read at the April 27 board meeting.
Preparing our Workforce for the Future of Work
A panel of industry experts share their insights on how leveraging tech skills and our Ramsey County tech ecosystem might support a transformative recovery?
May community healing circles continue to support health and wellness
Virtual healing circles will be led by experienced individual healers who are embedded in the community and use their lived experiences, expertise and training to facilitate a safe and comfortable environment for participants to express themselves.