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April 2020
Changes to Ramsey County Environmental Health Services
Ramsey County is committed to providing services throughout the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak while protecting the health of residents and staff.
Our Yard Waste, Food Scraps and Household Hazardous Waste programs are still operating as scheduled. Some other programs have been affected by COVID-19 precautions.
Read more about how Ramsey County Environmental Health is continuing to serve you.
 Finding yourself re-evaluating your stuff while spending more time at home? You are not alone! Here's what you can do with unwanted items in the current situation.
Read more.
Cleaning Safely with Disinfectants
 Cleaning with disinfectants? Start by cleaning the surfaces with a detergent or soap and water first. Then use the disinfectant. Also use proper protection, including wearing gloves, and make sure the room is well ventilated. Open a window or turn on a fan. Do not clean when children are present in the room.
Learn more.
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Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Food
Now that we’re all cooking more at home, here are tips to waste less food and make fewer trips to the grocery store.
Learn more at SaveTheFood.com.
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Cooking Safely at Home
Cooking more while staying at home? Here are four tips to keep your food and you safe.
- Clean hands, utensils and produce.
- Keep raw meats separate from other foods.
- Cook meats to the right temperature.
- Chill food within two hours of cooking.
Watch this video to learn more: https://youtu.be/iguM_pqetzo.
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Keep Recycling
While you're doing your part to help slow the spread of COVID-19, you can also do your part for the planet and keep recycling.
Please follow your regular recycling schedule, and contact your city or your hauler for questions about your recycling service.
Do not put gloves, masks or medical tubing in your recycling cart. They belong in the trash.
For questions about what can be recycled, visit RamseyRecycles.com/GeneralRecycling, or call our 24/7 hotline at 651-633-EASY (3279).
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Be Counted in the 2020 Census
The U.S. Census Bureau has taken many precautions against the spread of COVID-19. Learn more about them here.
As the 2020 census gets closer, Ramsey County is working to make sure all residents are counted. Census data affects how federal and state funding is distributed for programs like highway planning and construction, Medicare, Medicaid, SNAP and more. In addition, that same data helps governments, community leaders and nonprofit organizations identify needs for assistance with healthcare, education, housing, food and more.
Ramsey County Environmental Health uses the census data to strategize ways to reach diverse communities, providing equitable programs and services for all. Be sure you are counted in the 2020 census!
Learn more.
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Compost Bin Sale – Save $20
The Recycling Association of Minnesota is selling compost bins for $66, plus tax this year. Ramsey County residents can purchase bins for $20 off. Order online at RecycleMinnesota.org and enter promo code “Ramsey” to receive the discounted price. Or call 651-641-4589 and mention that you are a Ramsey County resident. Pick up your pre-ordered bin on May 2 in Maplewood.
The year-round pickup option at the Environmental Health office has been suspended until further notice.
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HHW Survey
Ramsey County is looking at making improvements in how household hazardous waste items are collected to better serve residents. We’re asking residents to provide us feedback by taking a brief survey.
Take the Survey.
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Feedback Needed for New Recycling Outreach Program
Ramsey County is developing a Recycling Ambassador program, and we’re asking residents to provide input by taking a brief survey.
Through a series of workshops, participants of the Recycling Ambassador program will learn more about reducing waste through recycling, repair and reuse. They will learn about the solid waste management and recycling system in the East Metro, including yard waste, food scraps and household hazardous waste collection.
After completing the training, participants will actively engage communities, serve as the voice for using waste as a resource, champion equity and environmental justice, and promote risk reduction in alignment with Ramsey County’s goals and program strategies.
Take the survey
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Fix-It Clinic
Fix-it clinics have been cancelled through June.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Please follow social distancing guidance.
Mobile Site – April
Maplewood (Aldrich Arena)
Fridays: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
1850 White Bear Ave. N.
Maplewood, MN 55109
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Please follow social distancing guidance.
Year-Round Site – April
Saint Paul (Bay West facility)
Tuesdays – Fridays: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
5 Empire Drive
Saint Paul, MN 55103
Product Reuse Center
The Product Reuse Center at our year-round household hazardous waste collection site in Saint Paul is closed until further notice.
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Recycling Bins for Events
Our lending program for temporary recycling containers
has been suspended until further notice.
Biz Recycling
BizRecycling Recycling Experts are not currently providing onsite assistance, but can help in other ways. Experts can still answer your waste reduction and recycling questions by phone, email, video, etc. BizRecycling is also still processing grant applications for businesses that are ready to make improvements (and save some money). Learn more.
Radon Test Kits
Distribution has been suspended until further notice.
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