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May 2024 declared as American Indian Month by board
The board of commissioners has declared May 2024 as American Indian Heritage Month.
2024 State Primary - Notice of Filing
Notice is hereby given that the filing period will take place for candidates seeking election for state, county, judicial, and municipal offices (with a potential for a primary) in the State General election to be conducted on November 5, 2024. The filing period begins on Tuesday, May 21 and concludes Tuesday, June 4 at 5:00 pm.
Cyndy Melby receives employee achievement award
Cyndy Melby, Executive Assistant, Ramsey County Attorney's Office, was presented with an Employee Achievement Award at today's board of commissioners meeting.
Ramsey County proclaims May 5-11 as Correctional Officers Week
The board of commissioners has declared May 5-11 as Correctional Officers Week.
Ramsey County Declares May 2024 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The board of commissioners has declared May 2024 as Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month in Ramsey County.
Another round of Community Innovation Grants for Racial and Health Equity has launched
Grants of up to $30,000 are available for community organizations to support activities or programs that address common public health issues.
Board proclaims April 21-27 as Volunteer Week at Mississippi River cleanup event
Dog park stewards and Tamarack Nature Center volunteers were honored during the proclamation.
Ramsey County establishes new approach to streamline emergency shelter services
Emergency shelter and homeless diversion services now streamlined through a single point of contact.
Ramsey County Honors Administrative Professionals: Declares Special Day and Week
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners declares April 24, 2024, as Administrative Professionals Day, and April 22 - 26, 2024 as Administrative Professionals Week in Ramsey County.
May 1 declared as Green Careers Day in Ramsey County
May 1 declared as Green Careers Day in Ramsey County.
May 2024 is Tech Month
Explore resources and events about the wide range of technology employment opportunities for the entire month of May.
Celebrating APIDA Heritage Month: Tuj Lub, a Traditional Hmong Game in Keller Regional Park
In the idyllic setting of Keller Regional Park, nestled amid its verdant expanses and tranquil ambiance, lies a cultural treasure waiting to be uncovered: Tuj Lub, the traditional Hmong top-spinning game. Serving as a poignant reminder of Hmong heritage, this pastime embodies a fusion of skill, strategy, and community spirit.
Cultivating Resilience: Transforming Our Soil from Dirt to Gold
At the heart of every flourishing ecosystem lies the often-underappreciated foundation—healthy soil. Healthy soil isn’t just a medium for plants to grow in. It is a dynamic and interconnected system that influences water quality, biodiversity, and even climate stability. To help keep water clean, healthy soil acts as a natural filter, preventing pollutants from entering water bodies. Soil is important for biological diversity (or biodiversity) to grow plants, which are the basis of the food chain that sustains animals and humans. Soil plays a multifaceted and crucial role in reducing climate change, too.
Preserving Lakes: Ramsey County's Vigilance Against Invasive Rusty Crayfish
In a forward-looking initiative, Ramsey County Soil and Water Conservation Division (RCSWCD) forged a crucial partnership with the University of Minnesota in 2023 to tackle the growing threat of invasive rusty crayfish in Ramsey County lakes. Utilizing cutting-edge DNA detection techniques, the University played a pivotal role in confirming the presence of these invasive crayfish species. RCSWCD then verified the infestation in Lake McCarron through the examination of a live sample.
Parks and Recreation with Conservation Corps
During the summer of 2023, the RCSWCD (Ramsey County Soil and Water Conservation Division) had the privilege of hosting three Conservation Corps members who made significant contributions to preventing the spread of invasives in the water and on land.
Ramsey County adopts groundbreaking Climate Equity Action Plan
The Ramsey County Board, Tuesday, April 16, unanimously adopted a fully integrated Climate Equity Action Plan. Developed by staff, community, and key partners the plan aims to reduce greenhouse gases and help community survive and thrive in changing climate conditions.
April 14-20 declared as Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Ramsey County
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners declares April 14-20, 2024 as Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Ramsey County.
Encroachment Inspections Begin in April
Parks & Recreation staff will be conducting encroachment inspections this spring.
Kestrel conservation success soars to new heights
Two families of American kestrels, small falcons, have successfully nested in nest boxes along Rice Creek. The boxes, constructed by the Ramsey County Parks Youth Outdoors Conservation Corp crew, and installed by Ramsey County Parks and Recreation staff, with the assistance of ornithologist Amber Burnette, were sites for this avian habitation.
Request county support for community events
External entities can request support from Ramsey County for their events. External entities include, but are not limited to, other local governments, non-profit organizations, private businesses, community organizations, contractors or an individual.