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Ramsey County adopts groundbreaking Climate Equity Action Plan
The Ramsey County Board, Tuesday, April 16, unanimously adopted a fully integrated Climate Equity Action Plan. Developed by staff, community, and key partners the plan aims to reduce greenhouse gases and help community survive and thrive in changing climate conditions.
Encroachment Inspections Begin in April
Parks & Recreation staff will be conducting encroachment inspections this spring.
Kestrel conservation success soars to new heights
Two families of American kestrels, small falcons, have successfully nested in nest boxes along Rice Creek. The boxes, constructed by the Ramsey County Parks Youth Outdoors Conservation Corp crew, and installed by Ramsey County Parks and Recreation staff, with the assistance of ornithologist Amber Burnette, were sites for this avian habitation.
Request county support for community events
External entities can request support from Ramsey County for their events. External entities include, but are not limited to, other local governments, non-profit organizations, private businesses, community organizations, contractors or an individual.
Workforce Solutions 2023 annual report now available
The 2023 Workforce Solutions annual business report is available.
2024 Youth Workforce Champion Award Winners
Learn about the 2024 Youth Workforce Champion Award winners.
Gloria Reyes named Deputy County Manager of Safety and Justice Service Team
Ramsey County named Gloria Reyes as the next deputy county manager of the Safety and Justice Service Team. Reyes was selected by county staff and community through a competitive search process that started in January as the county prepared for the current deputy county manager of Safety and Justice to retire in June.
Public Health observes World TB Day
Tuberculosis Clinic staff held an event March 22 to raise awareness and show support for the fight against TB.
Ramsey County's Parks and Recreation/Soil and Water hosts AmeriCorps Director for special visit
As AmeriCorps Week commenced, Ramsey County's Parks and Recreation/Soil and Water Conservation Division prepared for a special visit from AmeriCorps Director Sonali Nijhawan. With Channel 5 capturing the event, Commissioner Xiong and Reinhardt underscored the vital role AmeriCorps plays in community service initiatives.
On My Terms offers more options for sexual violence survivors in Ramsey County
Public Health’s SOS Sexual Violence Services has partnered with the Saint Paul Police Department to give survivors more control on how, when, and to whom their assault is reported through the On My Terms program.
Ramsey and Hennepin Counties announce opportunity for local, small businesses owners: CEO Now
Ramsey County, in collaboration with Hennepin County, announce the application opening for CEO Now.
Ramsey County and the Workforce Innovation Board welcomes 11 new organizations to the third Inclusive Workplaces cohort
Celebrating New Beginnings: Manitou Ridge Golf Course Open House with Foley Professional Golf Services
Golfers at Manitou Ridge Golf Course will soon see changes as Foley Professional Golf Services takes over management. Mark Foley, with over two decades of experience at the course, returns to lead operations. Join us on March 23 for an Open House to meet the team and experience upgrades, including clubhouse renovations, new golf carts, and more.
Community & Economic Development 2023 Annual Report available online
The Community & Economic Development 2023 Annual Report is now available online.
Language Services Coming to 8500 Phone Line and Maplewood Service Center
To better serve the needs of our non-English speaking residents, Ramsey County will begin a phased-rollout of language-specific staff support through the Ramsey County Call Center (651-266-8500) and the Maplewood Mall Service Center.
Opioid Response Community Grants launched
Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health will invest up to $1,000,000 in grants for community-led organizations whose work addresses the opioid crisis. The application period has been extended until March 18.
Veterans Treatment Court needs volunteer mentors
Veterans Services is looking for military veterans who can spend up to an hour a week supporting a fellow veteran through the Veterans Treatment Court and their healing process by phone, text or in-person
Ramsey County Board Approves Purchase and Sale Agreement with Ryan Companies for 40-acre parcel at Rice Creek Commons
Shovel-ready commercial parcel expected to create hundreds of jobs, business opportunities and advance development vision of overall site.
Ramsey County approves $2.9 million for affordable housing projects, increases diversity in development community
Ramsey County approves funding for recommended affordable housing projects through the Emerging and Diverse Developer Solicitation.
Ramsey County Board approves 2024-25 budget
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2024-2025 county budget. The budget was developed with a resident-centric focus by incorporating key learnings from the COVID-19 pandemic and extensive community feedback.