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Board of commissioners declares October 2023 as Disability Employment Awareness Month
The proclamation was read at the Oct. 17 board of commissioners meeting.
County board recognizes local emerging and diverse developers
Local emerging and diverse developers are recognized by the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners.
Michelle Basham named Director of Ramsey County Social Services Department
Basham, who currently serves as a Deputy Director for Operations and Partnerships for Vocational Rehabilitation Services at the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), will join the county November 13.
Food scraps pickup program: Available to all residents of Maplewood and North St. Paul!
Maplewood and North St. Paul residents now have a new way to recycle food scraps through Ramsey and Washington counties’ food scraps pickup program.
Oct. 12 declared Licensed Family Child Care Provider Recognition Day
The proclamation was read at the Oct. 3 board of commissioners meeting.
Recycling your worn-out clothes
The fashion industry has a large environmental footprint. Fast-changing styles and trends can lead to a lot of non-durable clothing being made and bought. At the end of the clothing lifecycle is another issue: clothing can be difficult to recycle.
Meet Mike: Environmental health specialist for Ramsey County
Get to know the Environmental Health Division of Saint Paul-Ramsey County Public Health. This month, meet Mike Gilles!
Applications open for Site Assessment Grants
Grants available for the assessment and investigation of affordable housing, commercial or mixed-use development sites.
Hispanic Heritage Month proclaimed by board
The proclamation was read at the Sept. 26 board of commissioners meeting.
City & County Credit Union secondary naming rights sponsorship approved for TCO Sports Garden
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with City & County Credit Union for secondary naming rights of the fieldhouse at TCO Sports Garden in Vadnais Heights.
Service Center – Maplewood extends lease at the Maplewood Mall
Ramsey County has signed an extended lease with the Maplewood Mall, to serve as the long-term home for the Maplewood Service Center.
Save the Date: November 4 Grand Reopening of the library in Maplewood
Join us on November 4 for the Grand Reopening of the library in Maplewood!
East Building drop box closing Sept. 29
The Ramsey County Secure Drop Box, located in front of the Government Center East Building on Kellogg Blvd., will be permanently closing.
Board of commissioners declares September as Healthy Aging Month
The proclamation was read at the Sept. 19 board of commissioners meeting.
Volunteer with SOS Sexual Violence Services
Volunteers help staff the 24-hour crisis line during nights and weekends. Free, detailed training will begin online May 1 with live sessions beginning June 3.
Board proclaims September 2023 Workforce Development Month
The proclamation was read at the Sept. 5 board of commissioners meeting.
Applications open for affordable housing development and redevelopment solicitations
Ramsey County now accepting applications for two funding solicitations.
On climate justice: Preparing for climate migration
A climate migrant is someone who has moved, either within or from outside the country where they live, because of current or anticipated environmental impacts.
September is National Preparedness Month
The 2023 theme for National Preparedness Month is "Take Control in 1, 2, 3."
September 2023 is Workforce Development Month
Check out the resources available to job seekers and employers, as well as events taking place throughout the month.