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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.
Homestead applications due Jan. 2
The deadline to file for homestead status for property taxes paid in 2024 is Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024.
Public Health achieves national reaccreditation from the Public Health Accreditation Board
In achieving accreditation for another five years, Public Health has demonstrated that it meets national quality standards.
Ramsey County Manager Ryan O’Connor to join Metropolitan Council as next Regional Administrator
We are grateful for County Manager Ryan O’Connor’s tireless, visionary leadership these past 10 years which have included some of the most unprecedented times and challenges in government history.
Ramsey County launches free naloxone distribution pilot project for residents
Public Health launched a pilot project to offer county residents a potentially life-saving drug that can reverse an opioid overdose.
Dec. 11: 7th Place East entrance opens at Metro Square
The 7th Place East entrance into the Metro Square building (at the Northeast corner of 7th and Robert Street) reopens on Monday, December 11. Visitors will be able to use this entrance from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for building access and services.
Dec. 6: Ramsey County to host public meeting on 2024-2025 proposed budget and tax levy
Ramsey County will host a public meeting to receive comments on the proposed 2024-2025 budget and property tax levy. Community is encouraged to attend to ask questions and provide feedback.
Senior White House Advisor Tom Perez meets with young adults enrolled in Ramsey County’s paid job training program Learn and Earn
Senior White House Advisor learns how investments from the Biden-Harris Administration have been able to address youth employment challenges with innovative, new paid workforce programs.
Ramsey County and the Cultural Wellness Center win award for work with the Black Community Commission
Ramsey County was chosen as one of nine communities across the nation to receive the 2023 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Culture of Health Prize. The Prize celebrates communities across the country where people and organizations are collaborating to build positive solutions to barriers that have created unequal opportunities for health and wellbeing.
Saint Paul Regional Water reports elevated levels of lead in recent water testing
Saint Paul Regional Water System (SPRWS) found elevated levels of lead in drinking water in some homes during its most recent sampling, June-September 2023.
November 12-18 proclaimed Infant Safe Sleep Week
County and state leaders are again highlighting the ABCs of safe sleep during Infant Safe Sleep Week
Community members provide feedback on county’s Climate Action Framework
On Oct. 18, 48 community members gathered with 20 county leaders and staff members at Neighborhood House’s Paul Wellstone Center to discuss the county’s draft Climate Action Framework.
Seeking out second-hand goods for your home
Shopping used is not only a great way to help the planet, but you can also save money, support local businesses and fill your home with one-of-a-kind items.
Indigenous Peoples Day proclamation issued at community powwow
The proclamation was read in recognition of American Indians as this country’s original people. Indigenous Peoples Day is an important time to celebrate the rich culture, tradition and history and to acknowledge the important contributions of America’s original people.
Join Operation Green Light for Veterans November 6-12
Five county buildings will be illuminated green from November 6-12 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans.
Ramsey County breaks ground on 30,530 square-foot new Environmental Service Center
Ramsey County marked an important milestone on our community's path toward a more sustainable future with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Environmental Service Center.
Board of commissioners declares October 2023 Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The proclamation was read at the Oct. 24 board meeting.
Important notice regarding Ramsey County electronic payment system
An issue with the Ramsey County electronic payment system was identified on Oct. 16. The issue caused some customers who made an online payment between Sept. 29 and Oct. 2 to be charged a second payment on Oct. 13 in the same amount as their original payment.
Ramsey County Workforce Solutions and the Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County launch an Inclusive Employer Toolkit
An Inclusive Employer Toolkit is now available.