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County commissioners honor Recycling Ambassadors
This past April, the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners recognized the Recycling Ambassadors and Fix-It Clinic volunteers for their contributions furthering the mission of environmental health.
Food saving tips: Storing and using fresh herbs
Fresh herbs give vibrant, deep flavor to many dishes. Learn how to cook with and store herbs to make the most of their flavor profiles.
Recycle better – Now more than ever
With more people staying at home, recycling facilities are seeing more paper, cardboard, metal cans, plastic containers and other packaging waste coming in. Our nation’s supply chains are eager for these materials, which will be made into packaging, toilet paper and other vital items in high demand right now. By recycling better, you can do your part to keep vital items in stock.
Work location closures and transit service interruptions on 6-1-20
Find food and basic needs resources across Ramsey County
An online map and list of resources are available to help you locate neighborhood food resources.
Waste collection sites closed May 29-31
For the safety and well-being of residents and employees and due to potential site-access issues, Ramsey County has closed its household hazardous waste collection sites and certain yard waste sites for the weekend. These sites will be closed May 29, May 30 and May 31.
May 29, 2020 Message from Chair Toni Carter
I want to share with you how deeply saddened we all are by the devastating injustices that occur too frequently within our midst.
Foster care and adoptions receives awards for LGBTQ2S+ inclusion
Ramsey County foster care and adoptions have been nationally recognized as innovators in supporting and serving LGBTQ2S+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, queer, questioning and two-spirit) youth and families.
May 27, 2020 Message to employees from County Manager Ryan O'Connor
I write today with the knowledge that I am at a loss for words that can fully express or even partially address the collective feelings of pain echoing throughout our organization this week. At a location only 10 miles from the front steps of the Ramsey County Courthouse, a black man died on the street while in the custody of his local government.
Ramsey County announces Small Business Relief Fund
Applications will be accepted for the Small Business Relief Fund, providing grants of $7,500 to small businesses most in need of support.
Volunteer as a business mentor for the Pay It Forward program
Volunteer mentors will provide free assistance to local businesses by helping them navigate COVID-19 grant and loan relief opportunities.
Town halls to provide COVID-19 information, engage and learn community needs
The Racial Equity and Community Engagement Response Team will host a series of online community town halls spotlighting financial assistance, social services, veterans services, public health, community corrections and housing stability.
Temporary lane closures on Marshall Avenue and Ford Avenue bridges
The closures allow more room for social distancing by pedestrians and bicyclists. Please follow the posted signage and barricades to protect the safety of all road users.
Rice Creek Commons soil and surface water from state’s Superfund list
With oversight from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, soil and surface water are cleaned up to residential standards.
Tamarack Nature Center offering free virtual programs
Despite all in-person programs being canceled through at least August 31, Tamarack's naturalists are staying connected with the community on all things nature-related through virtual programming.
On climate justice: Prepare for extreme heat
Trends show the Minnesota climate is growing wetter and warmer. Daily low temperatures in southern Minnesota have increased 4.9 degrees since 1895.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Even though mental health conditions are common and treatable like physical health conditions, many people are still afraid to talk about them due to feelings of shame, stigmas or fear of discrimination.
Lower Afton Road closed May 4-7 for culvert replacement
The road will be closed east of Londin Lane. A signed detour will be in place using McKnight Road, Highwood Avenue and Century Avenue.
County board honors employee contributions during COVID-19 pandemic and throughout the year.
Six nationally-designated weeks are recognized that directly relate to many areas of service in the county.
Battle Creek Waterworks closed for summer 2020
Battle Creek Waterworks in Maplewood will be closed throughout the summer 2020 season to help slow the spread of coronavirus/COVID-19 and protect the health and safety of the community. Beaches will be closed until further notice.