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Ready to recycle: What to do with disposable cups, straws and utensils
With many types of disposable cups, straws and utensils available, trying to figure out how to dispose of them can be confusing. Ramsey County has sorted it out for you.
BizRecycling helps Pavilion on Berry recycle better
Pavilion on Berry is an apartment community offering comfortable, off-campus housing for University of Minnesota students and surrounding colleges. In 2019, Pavilion on Berry management staff had significant issues with finding non-recyclable materials in the recycling.
Ramsey County Library named Star Library for the eighth consecutive year
The Library is one of three in Minnesota to be named a Star Library for 2020.
Apply for seasonal use of county land through the SummerLands project
Ramsey County is making some land available for seasonal community use. Priority applications due by Feb. 28.
Recycling & Energy Center virtual tour now available
Take a virtual tour of the cutting-edge Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy Center.
Robert Adney and Megan Mitchell receive employee achievement awards
The award was presented during the Jan. 26 board of commissioners meeting.
Libraries to transition to new all-in-one app
The change to Libby by OverDrive will take two months.
Jan. 26 town hall seeks community input on parks system
Parks & Recreation is looking for the community's help to realize its 21st Century Parks Vision, starting with a virtual town hall on January 26.
New regional park winter maps available
This winter, Ramsey County’s parks have been busier than ever. New winter maps for the regional parks are now available, which will make it easier to identify which trails are open for different activities this season.
Board proclaims Jan. 19 as National Day of Racial Healing
The National Day of Racial Healing is in conjunction with others throughout the United States.
Danny Givens named first Director of Transforming Systems Together
He will begin serving in the new position on Jan. 25 reporting to County Manager Ryan O’Connor.
Parks & Recreation partners with Tree Trust to address emerald ash borers
Beginning this month, crews will start to remove 400 ash trees located at designated Ramsey County Parks & Recreation sites, including parks, golf courses and arena parking lots. The project will prevent further spread of emerald ash borers (EAB), an invasive species that damages and kills ash trees.
Board declared Jan. 13 as Karen New Year Day in the county
The proclamation was read on Jan. 12 at the board meeting.
Equity Action Circle provides recommendations for COVID-19 response
The report includes goals, objectives and recommendations to address community needs related to the pandemic.
Commissioners take oath of office, Carter re-elected board chair for 2021
Commissioners Nicole Joy Frethem, Mary Jo McGuire and Victoria Reinhardt took the oath of office for their 2021-2024 terms on Jan. 5.
How Ramsey County manages used paint
Latex and oil-based paint are the most common items dropped off at Ramsey County’s Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection sites. Their combined annual weight is more than 750,000 pounds – that’s heavier than three blue whales.
BizRecycling helps Sweet Science reduce waste
Sweet Science is a small-batch ice cream shop located in Saint Paul’s Keg and Case Market, with pints available in select grocery stores and eateries. This unique shop crafts every ice cream flavor from scratch in their Saint Paul kitchen using local and organic ingredients.
Community Career Labs continue into 2021
Community Career Labs provide free workforce support to job seekers and residents following adverse economic impacts and job losses caused by COVID-19, are available throughout the county.
Workforce Innovation Board appoints new members
The Workforce Innovation Board recently welcomed seven new members.
Safe holiday celebrations during COVID-19
The safest way to celebrate is at home with only the people who live with you.