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May 29, 2020 Message from Chair Toni Carter
I want to share with you how deeply saddened we all are by the devastating injustices that occur too frequently within our midst.
Foster care and adoptions receives awards for LGBTQ2S+ inclusion
Ramsey County foster care and adoptions have been nationally recognized as innovators in supporting and serving LGBTQ2S+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, queer, questioning and two-spirit) youth and families.
May 27, 2020 Message to employees from County Manager Ryan O'Connor
I write today with the knowledge that I am at a loss for words that can fully express or even partially address the collective feelings of pain echoing throughout our organization this week. At a location only 10 miles from the front steps of the Ramsey County Courthouse, a black man died on the street while in the custody of his local government.
Ramsey County announces Small Business Relief Fund
Applications will be accepted for the Small Business Relief Fund, providing grants of $7,500 to small businesses most in need of support.
Volunteer as a business mentor for the Pay It Forward program
Volunteer mentors will provide free assistance to local businesses by helping them navigate COVID-19 grant and loan relief opportunities.
Town halls to provide COVID-19 information, engage and learn community needs
The Racial Equity and Community Engagement Response Team will host a series of online community town halls spotlighting financial assistance, social services, veterans services, public health, community corrections and housing stability.
Temporary lane closures on Marshall Avenue and Ford Avenue bridges
The closures allow more room for social distancing by pedestrians and bicyclists. Please follow the posted signage and barricades to protect the safety of all road users.
Rice Creek Commons soil and surface water from state’s Superfund list
With oversight from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, soil and surface water are cleaned up to residential standards.
Tamarack Nature Center offering free virtual programs
Despite all in-person programs being canceled through at least August 31, Tamarack's naturalists are staying connected with the community on all things nature-related through virtual programming.
On climate justice: Prepare for extreme heat
Trends show the Minnesota climate is growing wetter and warmer. Daily low temperatures in southern Minnesota have increased 4.9 degrees since 1895.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Even though mental health conditions are common and treatable like physical health conditions, many people are still afraid to talk about them due to feelings of shame, stigmas or fear of discrimination.
Lower Afton Road closed May 4-7 for culvert replacement
The road will be closed east of Londin Lane. A signed detour will be in place using McKnight Road, Highwood Avenue and Century Avenue.
County board honors employee contributions during COVID-19 pandemic and throughout the year.
Six nationally-designated weeks are recognized that directly relate to many areas of service in the county.
Battle Creek Waterworks closed for summer 2020
Battle Creek Waterworks in Maplewood will be closed throughout the summer 2020 season to help slow the spread of coronavirus/COVID-19 and protect the health and safety of the community. Beaches will be closed until further notice.
Press conference regarding centralized storage for sexual assault kits
Ramsey County Attorney John Choi joined leadership from the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office, the Saint Paul Police Department, the Ramsey County Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program supervisor and the Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MNCASA) to call upon legislators to create and fund centralized storage for sexual assault kits (SAK) at the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
Mary Sue Hansen, winner of the 2020 Vern Vick Memorial Award
The award is given annually to an individual or group who has contributed exceptionally to the support and empowerment of Ramsey County’s youth through personal, academic or career development.
Justice collaborative works to protect public safety and health during COVID-19 pandemic
Partners across the justice system took immediate action to address public health risks in our facilities to significantly reduce the possibility of transmission.
Interactive map available to locate document drop-off sites
The map helps you quickly locate nearby drop-off sites to securely submit documents related to all county service types.
COVID-19 disaster relief grants available for veterans
Ramsey County veterans who have experienced negative financial impacts as a result of COVID-19 can apply for a one-time financial relief grant funded by the Minnesota Legislature.
Common Storage Violations and Practical Compliance Options
Ramsey County inspection staff enforce the same hazardous waste generator regulations that apply state wide. The most common violations inspectors see are easily and inexpensively corrected.