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Winter Hazard Awareness Week is Nov. 14-18
Prepare for winter by reviewing daily safety tips and checking your emergency kits and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
County goes green in support of veterans
Five county-owned buildings are illuminated in green this week to let veterans know they are seen, appreciated and supported.
Burning used oil for heat
Information for hazardous waste generators about burning used oil for heat.
On climate justice: The air we breathe
There are two dangerous feedback loops that occur in relation to climate change, air quality and racial and health equity:
- Extreme heat can lead to poor air quality and in turn poor air quality can cause rising temperatures. Data shows that when extreme heat and poor air quality combine, the effect on public health is vastly worse than when either extreme heat or poor air quality occur on their own.
- Health disparities between racial and ethnic communities are worsened by the industries that have caused climate change and climate change in turn worsens disparities in health outcomes.
Fix-It Clinic volunteers share memories of past clinics
For five years, Fix-It Clinics helped residents fix their torn Star Wars socks, jammed sewing machines and shattered Santa Claus salt shakers (to name a few examples), for free. Volunteer “fixers” worked together with the residents to repair their items.
Fix-It Clinics are returning Saturday, Nov. 19, after a two-year hiatus, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
We asked some of our veteran fixers to share their favorite memories from previous clinics.
Open house delivers equal access and contracting opportunities
On Oct. 4, at the Public Works Facility in Arden Hills, the county held its first CERT Connect open house.
Oct. 25 proclaimed as Foster Care Provider Appreciation Day
The proclamation was read at the Oct. 25 board of commissioners meeting.
Information on Oct. 25 shelter-in-place alert
For reasons not known at this time, the Wireless Emergency Alert system pushed the message to a significantly broader area than intended.
Ramsey County marks National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
October 23-29 is National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.
Saint Paul-Ramsey County Public Health is working to create a safer, healthier environment through its Healthy Homes program, a collaboration by the environmental health and family health divisions of Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health
Join Ramsey County to discuss climate justice
While Climate change affects all county residents, African American/Black, American Indian and other racially, ethnically and culturally diverse communities are more likely to suffer negative health outcomes than others.Join Ramsey County for one of two upcoming engagement sessions focused on climate justice
Meet Mariah: Health educator for Ramsey County
Get to know the Environmental Health Division of Saint Paul-Ramsey County Public Health! This month, meet Mariah Quick! Below, Quick shares what she does, why she does it, and some tips for those interested in the field.
Board proclaims Oct. 11 as Licensed Family Child Care Provider Appreciation Day
The proclamation was read at the Oct. 11 board of commissioners meeting.
On climate justice: Climate change and environmental justice
Climate change is the term used to describe long term shifts in temperature and weather patterns. Here in Minnesota we're experiencing warmer nighttime temperatures all year round, extended periods of heat and drought as well as intense storms such as polar vortexes and rain/wind storms, in all seasons.
Have a green Halloween
Halloween is filled with creative costumes, creepy decorations, and… lots of waste. In fact, it’s estimated that one pound of trash is produced from every trick-or-treater. Enjoy an eco-friendly Halloween this year by considering the following tips:
Ramsey County expands guidelines for homebuyer assistance program
Ramsey County adds new and more inclusive guidelines to homebuyer assistance program.
Sandy Labore receives employee achievement award
The award was presented at the Sept. 27 board meeting.
Digital Inclusion Week proclaimed by board
The proclamation was read at the Sept. 27 board meeting.
Keller Golf Course recognized for environmental excellence
Audubon International is recognizing Keller Golf Course for 14 years of certification as an Audubon International Cooperative Sanctuary.
October 2024 is Manufacturing Month
Check out the resources, events and industry information below to learn more about the wide array of career opportunities in manufacturing.
Tips to avoid a wait at yard waste sites
Yard waste sites experience heavy traffic during the fall. Consider these tips for your next trip to avoid a wait.