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Ramsey County Parks and Recreation wins innovation in equity award
Ramsey County Parks and Recreation has been honored with the Innovation in Equity Award for its "Signs of Belonging" project. The award, announced by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), will be presented at the NRPA Annual Conference in October, where the Best in Innovation Award will also be revealed.
Ramsey County and Model Cities seeking new partner for Safe Space Shelter
Luther Seminary rescinded their offer to lease part of their campus to Safe Space Shelter.
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.
Minnesota leaders unite to combat aquatic invasive species at Phalen Lake event
Governor Walz, Lieutenant Governor Flanagan, and DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen were among the notable figures who gathered at Phalen Lake today, along with zebra mussel sniffing dogs and Parks & Recreation staff from Saint Paul and Ramsey County. The event aimed to emphasize the importance of controlling, managing, and preventing the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) in Minnesota's lakes and waterways.
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.
May 12-18 is National Police Week in Ramsey County
The board of commissioners has designates May 12-18, 2024 as Police Week in Ramsey County.
Board declares May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month in the county
Ramsey County commits to advocating for funding and support of mental health services at the state and federal level through partnerships and advocacy on behalf of communities which are essential to addressing mental health.
May 2024 declared as American Indian Month by board
The board of commissioners has declared May 2024 as American Indian Heritage Month.
2024 State Primary - Notice of Filing
Notice is hereby given that the filing period will take place for candidates seeking election for state, county, judicial, and municipal offices (with a potential for a primary) in the State General election to be conducted on November 5, 2024. The filing period begins on Tuesday, May 21 and concludes Tuesday, June 4 at 5:00 pm.
Cyndy Melby receives employee achievement award
Cyndy Melby, Executive Assistant, Ramsey County Attorney's Office, was presented with an Employee Achievement Award at today's board of commissioners meeting.
Ramsey County proclaims May 5-11 as Correctional Officers Week
The board of commissioners has declared May 5-11 as Correctional Officers Week.
Ramsey County Declares May 2024 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The board of commissioners has declared May 2024 as Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month in Ramsey County.
Board proclaims April 21-27 as Volunteer Week at Mississippi River cleanup event
Dog park stewards and Tamarack Nature Center volunteers were honored during the proclamation.
Ramsey County establishes new approach to streamline emergency shelter services
Emergency shelter and homeless diversion services now streamlined through a single point of contact.
May 1 declared as Green Careers Day in Ramsey County
May 1 declared as Green Careers Day in Ramsey County.
May 2024 is Tech Month
Explore resources and events about the wide range of technology employment opportunities for the entire month of May.
Celebrating APIDA Heritage Month: Tuj Lub, a Traditional Hmong Game in Keller Regional Park
In the idyllic setting of Keller Regional Park, nestled amid its verdant expanses and tranquil ambiance, lies a cultural treasure waiting to be uncovered: Tuj Lub, the traditional Hmong top-spinning game. Serving as a poignant reminder of Hmong heritage, this pastime embodies a fusion of skill, strategy, and community spirit.
Cultivating Resilience: Transforming Our Soil from Dirt to Gold
At the heart of every flourishing ecosystem lies the often-underappreciated foundation—healthy soil. Healthy soil isn’t just a medium for plants to grow in. It is a dynamic and interconnected system that influences water quality, biodiversity, and even climate stability. To help keep water clean, healthy soil acts as a natural filter, preventing pollutants from entering water bodies. Soil is important for biological diversity (or biodiversity) to grow plants, which are the basis of the food chain that sustains animals and humans. Soil plays a multifaceted and crucial role in reducing climate change, too.
Preserving Lakes: Ramsey County's Vigilance Against Invasive Rusty Crayfish
In a forward-looking initiative, Ramsey County Soil and Water Conservation Division (RCSWCD) forged a crucial partnership with the University of Minnesota in 2023 to tackle the growing threat of invasive rusty crayfish in Ramsey County lakes. Utilizing cutting-edge DNA detection techniques, the University played a pivotal role in confirming the presence of these invasive crayfish species. RCSWCD then verified the infestation in Lake McCarron through the examination of a live sample.
Parks and Recreation with Conservation Corps
During the summer of 2023, the RCSWCD (Ramsey County Soil and Water Conservation Division) had the privilege of hosting three Conservation Corps members who made significant contributions to preventing the spread of invasives in the water and on land.