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Keller Golf Course Gets National Attention

Ramsey County's shoreline restoration efforts at the county's Keller Golf Course were featured in the national publication of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America. The article noted the Parks & Recreation Department's partnership with other community organizations to achieve environmental goals. Read the full article.

County's Green Efforts Honored

Xcel Energy presented the 2010 Efficiency Partner Award to Ramsey County on Aug. 17 in recognition of the county’s outstanding efforts to save energy. The Efficiency Partner Award honors businesses and trade partners for participating in Xcel Energy efficiency programs. Throughout the year, Xcel Energy offers incentives, such as rebates and funding for energy analyses, to its business and municipal customers to encourage them to make energy-efficient choices.

Through the program, Ramsey County lowered its energy costs and also reduced its impact on the environment. Ramsey County saved more than 1 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity in the last year – enough to power 100 homes.

Ramsey County Commissioner Rafael Ortega, chair of the county’s Facilities Committee, accepted the award from Scott Getty of Xcel Energy. Ortega was accompanied by Bruce Thompson of Ramsey County’s Property Management division. Ortega told the audience that the energy savings reflect the board’s strong commitment to conservation efforts, green construction practices and strong environmental stewardship.

Emerald Ash Borer Information

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, and the City of St. Paul Forestry are holding Emerald Ash Borer Field Days the last four Thursdays of September. These field days are geared toward community representatives who would like to learn more about detecting and surveying for EAB. The Field Days will provide an opportunity for participants to get a first-hand look at EAB-infested trees, dissect wood from infested trees in search of EAB larvae and see what a community with an EAB infestation is doing to mitigate the impacts of EAB. For more information, click here (90k PDF).

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Household Hazardous Waste: The collection truck for household hazardous waste (household chemicals) is in Saint Paul during August. It’s a quick, convenient and free way to get rid of paint, used motor oil and other products that shouldn’t go in to the trash. For more information on household hazardous waste (HHW) collection days, click here.

Severe Weather Information: As warmer weather approaches, so too does the risk of severe summer storms. Like all of Minnesota, Ramsey County faces the annual threats of thunderstorms, lightning, tornadoes, straight line winds hail, and heat waves. Prepare yourself and your family for severe weather.

Minnesota Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management | Preparedness Guide for Severe Weather | NOAA All-Hazards Weather Radio | Current forecast

Don't let bed bugs bite: Bed bugs feed on human blood, can hide in the smallest crack or crevice and can live over a year with no food. They are VERY hard to get rid of. They have not been shown to spread disease; but, their health effects include reaction to bites, loss of sleep, anxiety and depression.

Myths | Fact Sheets - 13 Languages | Ramsey County's new bed bug page

Stay cool: High heat and humidity can combine into a dangerous situation for the elderly, infants, young children and other vulnerable people. On hot days, listen to the radio or watch the TV for Excessive Heat Warnings. Take steps to stay cool and healthy. For more information on avoiding heat-related illnesses, click here. (pdf)

Head to the Beach: The beach season in Ramsey County runs through Aug. 15. Lifeguards will be on duty at county beaches from noon to 8 p.m. each day. Guarded Beach Locations: Lake Johanna, Lake Josephine, Long Lake (concession stand), Lake McCarrons, Snail Lake (concession stand). Unguarded Beach Locations: Lake Gervais, Lake Owasso, Turtle Lake PLEASE NOTE: The Ramsey County Beach on White Bear Lake will be closed for the 2010 season due to low water levels.

Sexual Violence Support Group
Sexual Offense Services (SOS) offers an open support group for victim/survivors of sexual violence, friends and family members. Meets Mondays from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. For more information on Support Groups | Flyer (pdf) | SOS

Mortgage Foreclosure Information
Mortgage Foreclosure Information - Mortgage foreclosures are legal actions taken in relation to real estate, as opposed to personal property. Foreclosure affects homeowners and renters. Learn more about what resources are available.