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Press conference regarding non-public-safety traffic stops
Ramsey County Attorney John Choi held a press conference September 8 announcing new office policy.
Food scraps pickup service: A new, easier way to compost food scraps
Ramsey and Washington county residents will have a new way to recycle food scraps from home, whether they live in an apartment, condo or house, starting late 2022 into 2023.
Free masks available for students and families
Families can request free face masks through the A Mask for Everyone program.
2022-2023 proposed budget submitted to county board
County Manager Ryan O’Connor has proposed a biennial budget of $772.8 million for 2022 and $781.9 million for 2023. This represents a 3.2% increase of $24 million in 2022 and a 1.2% increase of $9 million in 2023.
Board proclaims August as Hospitality Worker Appreciation Month
The proclamation was read at the Aug. 24 board meeting.
Workforce Innovation Board re-appoints members and appoints new members
Meet Dante: Yard waste site service worker for Ramsey County
Get to know the Environmental Health Division of Saint Paul-Ramsey County Public Health! This month, meet Dante Zuk! Below, Zuk shares what he does and why he does it.
Myth-busting recycling
Don’t get caught up in the recycling myths. In Ramsey County, recycling is real, and it works. This America Recycles Day (Nov. 15), learn how to be an informed recycler.
Board of commissioners declares July as Hire a Veteran Month
The proclamation was read at the July 27 board meeting.
Board proclaims June Immigrant Heritage Month
The proclamation was read at the June 22 board of commissioners meeting.
Board of commissioners declares June as Pride Month in Ramsey County
The proclamation was read at the June 15 meeting.
County board moves to formally recognize Juneteenth Day as a holiday
The board has directed the County Manager to join other early adopters to advocate for the adoption of Juneteenth as an official state and national holiday.
Board proclaims May Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month
The proclamation honors the irreplaceable roles of Asian American and Pacific Islanders through economic, social, civic, cultural and other contributions in Ramsey County.
Press conference regarding Nicholas Firkus homicide charges
Ramsey County Attorney John J. Choi held a press conference May 20 to announce charging in the State of Minnesota v. Nicholas Firkus
Board proclaims May American Indian Heritage Month
The county recognizes American Indian Month as an important time to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, traditions and histories of American Indian people.
Board proclaims May 2-8 as Correctional Officers and Employees Week
The board of commissioners has proclaimed May 2-8 as Ramsey County Correctional Officers and Employees Week.
Clean out responsibly
Spring has sprung! If you’re eager to freshen up your home and yard after the long winter, here’s what to do with items you no longer want.
Recycling Exists campaign shows recycled items become new products
Recycling in the Twin Cities is real, and it works. Your recycled items become new products when you recycle right.
Food: Too good to waste
Food storage can seem complicated, but we’re here to help with simple tips to make the most of your groceries.
Board proclaims Jan. 19 as National Day of Racial Healing
The National Day of Racial Healing is in conjunction with others throughout the United States.