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New options for reusing and recycling unwanted textiles
Finding options for recycling unwanted clothing, bedding, towels and other textiles can be a challenge for residents, especially for items that are torn, stained and otherwise unusable.
Enjoy safe backyard fires this fall
Help protect your health and your neighbors’ health by enjoying safe backyard fires this season.
Workforce Solutions highlights their work at the Midway Job Fair and National Night Out
August 2024 is Child Support Awareness Month
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners declares August 2024 as Child Support Awareness Month in Ramsey County.
State primary election results
Results posted Tuesday, Aug. 13 will include votes cast at polling places and absentee ballots counted to date.
Estrella Alarcon receives employee achievement award
Estrella Alarcon has been approved by the Ramsey County Achievement Award Selection Committee for an Employee Achievement Award in the category of “Excellent Job Performance.”
Workforce Innovation Board names new chair-elect and welcomes new and returning members
The WIB welcomed incoming chair-elect Yolanda McIntosh, two newly appointed board members, Tami Cybulski and Bryan Kuzel, and 10 reappointed members.
Public Health’s work to 'knock down silos' during COVID-19 featured
A national medical journal has published a case study of Public Health's partnership to ensure equitable access to COVID-19 testing and vaccination.
Ramsey County selects Ling Becker as next county manager
The county manager is the chief administrative officer of the county and is responsible for implementing policy and overseeing daily operations of the county and county staff.
How to transport hazardous waste (VSQGs only)
Very small quantity generators (VSQGs) may transport their hazardous waste to Ramsey County’s VSQG Collection Program given they follow transportation guidelines. Here’s a quick guide.
Communications & Public Relations recognized nationally and locally with seven awards in excellence
In recognition of their outstanding work, Ramsey County's Communications & Public Relations team received awards at the National Association of Counties Annual Conference and the Minnesota Association of Government Communicators' annual Northern Lights Awards.
Ensuring mental health crisis services are accessible and sustainable
Ramsey County is committed to providing accessible mental health and crisis support to community. We believe in acknowledging our mistakes and take community feedback very seriously.
Beginner to advanced: Which Ramsey County golf course is right for you
Residents are encouraged to visit Ramsey County's premier golf courses, three driving ranges and one mini-golf course.
Transforming Systems Together reaches milestone
Transforming Systems Together (TST) has been fully integrated into Ramsey County service teams.
Press conference to promote harm prevention through safe gun storage, free gun locks
Ramsey County leaders are teaming up with community members to reinforce a simple, but important message: safe gun storage saves lives.
Mapping the Twin Cities hottest neighborhoods
The goal of a new project is to understand urban heat islands, which are urban areas where the temperature can be significantly higher due to larger areas of concrete and other surfaces that radiate heat along with less tree canopy and green space to mitigate the heat.
Efforts underway to mitigate swan deaths at Sucker Lake
Lead sinkers used in fishing have caused the deaths of dozens of swans in the channel on the north side of Sucker Lake in Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park. Park staff have attempted various methods to address the issue, but stronger measures are necessary. Feedback from surveys and a community meeting have been critical in understanding how the area is used and what potential solutions might look like.
Newly-Remodeled Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center Embeds Social Workers at the Center
Launched in 2022, the Appropriate Responses Initiative recognized that not all 911 calls were the same. Working closely with the public, the county sought to transform, and co-design a new 911 response focused on enhancing resident well-being and community.
Learn more about Northern Iron’s emissions at MPCA meeting
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agencyheld a public meeting May 22 to address community concerns and share more information about air emissions data around at Northern Iron and Machine.
Ramsey County establishes new approach to streamline emergency shelter services
Emergency shelter and homeless diversion services now streamlined through a single point of contact.