On November 9th, Commissioner of Health, Jan Malcolm, notified Ramsey County that 5% of people tested in our county for covid-19 are positive for the virus. A rate of 5% or more means that we have reached concerning levels of virus contraction, and we must take aggressive action to slow the spread.
To help slow the spread of the virus in our community, we encourage you to:
- Comply with masking requirements and gathering restrictions
- Wash your hands before putting on your mask and after taking it off.
- Keep the mask on your face the whole time you are out. Don’t put the mask around your neck or on your forehead.
- Children younger than 2 years or anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unable to remove the mask without assistance should not wear a mask.
- Wash your mask after each time you wear it.
- Stay home as much as possible, and use prevention measures carefully when caring for our most vulnerable population
This week, Governor Walz issued a dial-back order. This is a temporary pause of most social activities, in-person dining, sports, and indoor fitness activity in group settings, for four weeks beginning at 11:59 today, November 20 through December 18, 2020. We hope these temporary changes will reduce the number of infections while safely supporting our schools, hospitals, and economy. For more information, visit Minnesota's response plan here.
Covid-19 saliva tests are available every day at Roy Wilkins Auditorium located at 175 Kellogg Blvd in St. Paul.
What to expect at saliva testing events:
- Appointments are strongly encouraged. Walk-in’s are available.
- Open to everyone.
- Free, no insurance needed.
- Symptoms or no symptoms.
- No ID required.
- Saliva testing may not be right for those with low saliva production, such as children under age four or someone who has suffered a stroke.
For more information on saliva testing, and for nasal swab testing sites, visit Ramsey County's website.
 Moody's and S&P Global Ratings assigned its 'AAA' long-term rating to Ramsey County. The ratings reflect the County's:
- strong economy
- strong management
- adequate budgetary performance
- strong budgetary flexibility
- strong debt and contingent liability profile
Congratulations to Ramsey County's finance team for the work they have done to maintain this rating during these challenging times. Learn more at Moody's press release here.
Are you a landlord in Ramsey County and have tenants who have been unable to make rent payments as a result of COVID-19?
The Ramsey County Landlord Assistance program provides one-time grants to landlords for up to $20,000 per rental unit for tenants' missed rent payments and/or unpaid fees from March 1, 2020 through December 30, 2020 due to COVID-19. Visit Ramsey County's website for more information and to apply. The application deadline is Thursday, December 10, 2020.
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