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Sleeve up to prevent the spread of seasonal flu
Getting a seasonal flu shot can reduce your risk of getting the flu and help save medical resources needed to care for people with COVID-19. Although flu peaks between December and February most years, it can last as late as May.
2020 general election turnout dashboard available
A record 297,466 Ramsey County voters cast a ballot in the 2020 general election.
New scavenger hunt at local parks launches today
Join a new adventure through our local parks! This winter, challenge yourself to get out of the house even when the weather is cold with our new scavenger hunt.
City of Saint Paul’s Recycle Smart campaign a success
Last year, with support from Ramsey and Hennepin counties, the City of Saint Paul collaborated with the City of Minneapolis on a recycling education campaign. Residents were encouraged to think a little more about what belongs and does not belong in the blue recycling cart.
What do to with packing material from packages
Doing more online shopping for the holidays? As you receive packages in the mail, here’s what to do with the packing materials.
Reduce, reuse and recycle this holiday season
The holiday season is upon us. While it will feel different this year with the pandemic, there will still be ways to celebrate – and ways to avoid waste in your holiday celebrations. While most people are used to separating recycling from garbage, there are more ways to reduce our waste and recycle better in our homes this season.
Move Forward Week - virtual events for job seekers
Join Workforce Solutions for Move Forward Week to learn new job search techniques that work best during the pandemic.
Ramsey County arenas to close starting Nov. 21
All 11 Ramsey County arenas will close to the general public starting Saturday, November 21.
Despite COVID-19, more than 100 children in foster care will find forever homes this year
Like most every celebration, National Adoption Day looks very different this year. Traditionally, Ramsey County adoptive families from many walks of life to have been brought together to celebrate new beginnings by finalizing adoptions on a shared day or spending a morning exploring and playing at the Minnesota Children’s Museum.
Dale Street reconstruction project complete for 2020
All traffic restrictions will be removed by the end of the day on Nov. 19 and the I-94 ramps will reopen.
Elections Canvassing Board to notify candidates of error resulting in 318 unprocessed absentee ballots
The Canvassing Board is now notifying 131 candidates affected by the error.
Proposed Property Tax Notices have been mailed
The notice estimates the amount of property taxes owners will pay in 2021 if the county, cities, school districts and other taxing jurisdictions approve their respective budget proposals.
Resiliency Fund applications open to help organizations impacted by COVID-19
An initiative of the Ramsey County Investment and Support Efforts program, the find is open to organizations that provide food and basic needs, health and well-being and workforce services.
Public comment for Beaver Lake master plan open through Dec. 10
Master plan concept graphics for Beaver Lake County Park have been posted for public comment through Thursday, December 10.
Community members invited to join Riverview Modern Streetcar Project committees
Applications are invited through Dec. 15, 2020.
Keith Lattimore named first Director of Housing Stability Department
The new department’s focus is to consolidate housing services and programs and reduce racially-based economic disparities in Ramsey County.
New job postings added to Job Connect
Job opportunities are added daily.
Youth and Young Adult Employment Community Conversation
Ramsey County is hosting an online community conversation about youth and young adult employment in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
Ramsey County Library on the Open Data Portal
Now you can learn more about all of the Library's accomplishments, circulation numbers and more on Ramsey County's Open Data Portal.
November 8-14 declared Infant Safe Sleep Week in Minnesota
Governor Tim Walz has declared November 8-14 Infant Safe Sleep Week in Minnesota.