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It is important, even if it seems obvious, to say unambiguously that the attempted coup at the US Capitol earlier this month was unacceptable. We cannot move forward until those who are responsible are held accountable. This means not only those who desecrated our capitol and threatened elected leaders but also those who encouraged it, both explicitly and implicitly, by their repeated lies and disingenuous questioning of our election process. I am immensely proud of the work done by our elections staff to ensure a safe and fair election in the midst of a pandemic and an atmosphere of social upheaval. This election has shined a spotlight on our election systems which are run at the local, county level across the country, each with independent oversight from their county boards, and this protects the integrity of a system. It is not a perfect system, but nothing is perfect. I am not perfect. People are not perfect. Our government, which is an institution with its own identity but also one composed of people, is not perfect. However, when we lose sight of the first stated goal of our Constitution, that “to form a more perfect Union” we also fail as a country.
I hope for unity within our country. But first, I hope for accountability, reflection, and reclamation of our fundamental values. Without that, we will not have peace, only quiet.
 The vaccine is not yet available for the general public.
- While supply remains limited, Ramsey County is following federal and state guidelines to distribute the vaccine in phases to have the greatest impact and prevent further spread to those most at-risk.
- Eventually, there will be enough vaccine for everyone.
- The vaccine will be free.
- No one will be required to get the vaccine by the government or public health.
Ramsey County is vaccinating Phase 1a
Phase 1a of vaccine distribution includes the following groups:
- Healthcare personnel (including: hospital staff working with COVID-19 patients, staff in skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes, emergency medical services personnel who provide direct patient care, COVID-19 testers and vaccinators).
- Long-term care residents.
- More information about phase 1a
Individuals in these groups will be notified by their employers or facility where they live on how they will get the vaccine.
Employer Vaccine Request Form
Ramsey County employers with essential staff as defined by federal and state guidelines can request vaccine from Public Health with this online form.
More information
For more information about the covid-19 vaccine and to subscribe to vaccine updates, visit the Ramsey County webpage (updated daily) or the Minnesota Department of Health webpage. You can also subscribe to emails or text messages with periodic updates on vaccine distribution.
COVID-19 Info Session
Join Public Health and the COVID-19 Racial Equity and Community Engagement Response Team for a virtual conversation about COVID-19 vaccine questions and concerns on January 28, 2021 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. The session will focus on the science behind the vaccine, its safety and effectiveness, and general vaccination timelines.
Event will be held via zoom visit the Ramsey County webpage for more information.
Ramsey County Parks & Recreation department has created winter maps for residents to identify where they want to engage in specific activities. The maps can be found at the links below.
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