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Hazardous Waste Generator license renewal applications due Jan. 31
Annual reports must be completed online and submitted by Friday, Jan. 31. After that, a late penalty ( 10% of your total) may be added to your license fee).
Sign up online to be notified of hazardous waste training opportunities
Ramsey County Environmental Health held a hazardous waste general compliance training in the beginning of December. Find out how you can register to be notified of upcoming trainings.
Manage your HWID online
Business that generate hazardous waste have a Hazardous Waste Identification Number (HWID): a unique number assigned to each site’s physical location. An HWID ensures hazardous waste can be tracked from generation to disposal.
Two new food scraps recycling sites open
Falcon Heights and White Bear Lake have new collection sites, which are open 24 hours a day.
New Youth Works! program launches to increase opportunities for Ramsey County youth
Ramsey County Workforce Solutions is excited to announce the launch of Ramsey County Youth Works!
United States Census Bureau to hold hiring events
Census taker positions are temporary and pay $22.00 per hour.
Toni Carter elected Chair of Ramsey County Board of Commissioners
Commissioner Toni Carter (District 4) has been elected Chair of the Board for 2020. Commissioner Mary Jo McGuire (District 2) was elected to serve as vice chair.
Tax information for volunteers
If you itemize your deductions and perform services for a qualified charitable organization, you can deduct your out-of-pocket expenses on your income tax return.
Three-lane Maryland Avenue configuration to remain between Arkwright Street and Payne Avenue
Traffic analyses and resident feedback support maintaining the three-lane road configuration.
County board approves 2020-2021 budget
The board of commissioners approved a budget of $741,707,421 in 2020. This represents a 0.5% increase over 2019.
Free winter break events at county library and park locations
Free, family friendly events and activities for residents.
Law Library resources available to all county residents
Free law-related resources available for residents.
Margaret Lovejoy honored with proclamation at Dec. 17 board meeting
Margaret Lovejoy was recognized for her service and commitment to county children and families in need.
Old School Cool: Restoring a relic
An antique Zamboni that has spent more than a dozen years tucked away in the basement of the Ramsey County Parks & Recreation maintenance shop will soon be given new life.
Nominations open for 2020 Ramsey County Public Health Awards
Nominations will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020.
Soil & Water Conservation staff member recognized by local watershed district
Michael Schumann was honored with the 2019 Watershed Excellence Award for Outstanding Partner by Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District (RWMWD). Schumann is a Landscape Designer for Ramsey County Parks & Recreation’s Soil & Water Conservation division.
Golf Digest names Keller's Jon Reigstad top teacher
Jon Reigstad, Keller Golf Course's Director of Instruction, has been named on “The Best Teachers by State” list for Golf Digest.
Junior golf program awarded Minnesota Golf License Plate Grant
One year ago, Keller Golf Course and The Ponds at Battle Creek partnered with The First Tee of the Twin Cities to establish a school golf program as part of their junior golf initiatives. The partnership was recently awarded $5,000 through the Minnesota Golf License Plate Grant.
Temporary trail closure at Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park
A trail at Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park will be temporarily closed starting Dec. 3. During the trail closure, a contractor will be conducting work as part of the Snail Lake Woodland Restoration Project, and machinery will be used to stack piles of invasive buckthorn for removal.
Ramsey County launches dynamic incentives dashboard to enhance business growth
This online resource consolidates local, state and regional incentives and resources for existing and future businesses.