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Organics recycling collection site added to Saint Anthony
This is the ninth organics recycling collection site in the county and the second 24/7 site.
Plato counter, phone service close at 3 p.m. on Jan. 7
Recording, assessing, passports and taxpayer services will be unavailable from 3-4:30 p.m. on Jan. 7 for staff training. Services will resume at 8 a.m. Jan. 8
County board approves 2019 budget
The $738,118,609 budget was approved during the board's Dec. 11 meeting.
Citizens Advisory Council aligns work with county strategic priorities
The Ramsey County Citizens Advisory Council (CAC) held their annual meeting on September 24 to gather together and review how the group’s work is aligning with the county’s strategic priorities. Fifty-four CAC members from the seven committees attended and Commissioner Toni Carter lauded the group as community engagement leaders that help the county utilize resources to better serve residents.
Paul Allwood named Deputy County Manager of Health and Wellness Service Team
Allwood will assume his new position Dec. 26.
Free open skate during winter break
Open skating, hockey and other park programs are available to enjoy this December.
Tamarack Teacher Receives MAEE 2018 Educator Award
With 15 years of experience as an environmental educator, Faris is starting her fourth year at Tamarack Nature Center. She’s the Naturalist Teacher for the ECFE classes and works in the preschool classes as well.
Keller Grille Under New Management
Meet Brittney Lingasin, Keller Grille’s new General Manager. Although she has only been in her new position for a few months, Lingasin has truly turned the atmosphere at Keller clubhouse around. We recently had the opportunity to speak with her about her new position and philosophy on customer service.
Street level photography vehicles to take photos for property assessments
Cyclomedia vehicles will be driving on behalf of the county to gather images for property assessments,.
Healthy Aging Forum Oct. 18
The forum is designed to empower older adults to thrive in the community as they age.
Nationwide test of the Wireless Emergency Alerts system to be conducted Oct. 3
A "Presidential Alert" banner will pop up beginning at 1:18 p.m. on compatible cellphones, accompanied by a loud tone and vibration.
Free Drop-in Discovery: Meet the Owls
Tamarack's Discovery Hosts will be on-hand on Saturday mornings with nature's most wonderful surprises! Participants can experience up-close visits with live animals, touchable artifacts, drop-in activities and outdoor explorations.Stations are open 10 a.m. - noon, and guests may come and go as they please. No registration required. Please check in at the front desk upon arrival. Location will change from week to week.
Jennifer O’Rourke to join county as Director of Government Relations
O’Rourke will develop and advance Ramsey County’s legislative platforms, as well as maintain strong relationships with a broad network of civic and community partners.
Free 911 telecommunications career training offered
Attend an information session on September 5 to learn more about the program.
2019 supplemental budget submitted to county board
The proposed 2019 supplemental budget totals $737,799,770, an increase of about $1.5 million over the budget approved in Dec. 2017
Sheriff's Office launches donation program to assist homeless
The "Care on the Go" initiative will provide packs of basic necessities upon release from jail.
County board hires Ryan T. O'Connor as County Manager
The county board has voted to hire Ryan T. O' Connor as the next County Manager, effective July 30.
Union Depot Bar & Grill now open
Restaurant features American fare with lunch and dinner service at historic Union Depot.
Soil & Water Conservation division to join Parks & Recreation department
The duties and authorities of the Ramsey Conservation District transfer to Ramsey County on July 1.
Share your feedback on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan through Nov. 29
The plan describes the county’s unique role in addressing regional prosperity, equity, livability, stewardship and sustainability over the next 20 years.