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As April showers us with renewed energy and optimism, we embrace the promise of blooming flowers and the fresh start of spring. This month's newsletter is a celebration of youth, community, and the boundless potential of spring. From engaging with our dynamic youth to fostering stronger community ties, together, we're planting seeds of hope and growth.
Join me in embracing the spirit of the season as we highlight our recent activities, youth celebrations, and community engagement initiatives. Let's sow the seeds of optimism and watch our community blossom!
~Rena
County Board Workshops
Most weeks, our County Board meets to discuss specific policy issues and receive updates from County Departments and Service Teams in our Board Workshops.
Workshops and discussions are held on Tuesdays and are open to the public. These take place at the Saint Paul City Hall and Ramsey County Courthouse in Suite 220 (2nd floor). You can find the schedule for all upcoming board meetings, workshops, and discussions sessions below.
Recent workshops include: look up all of workshops and place here:
You can access video recordings of the meetings as well as the materials shared by clicking here.
You can watch upcoming workshops live by clicking here.
This program is a partnership of Merrick, Hired & Karen Organization of Minnesota along with Ramsey County. The students completed a Human Services Pathway 101 module that provides information such as professional and ethics, resource mapping and matching, digital skills (including Microsoft Office), group projects and successful interviewing. They got to choose some additional training as their next steps including mental health first aid, intercultural communication, emotional intelligence and more.
This training will assist the students in their next step to pursuing credentials in specialized programs including Community Health Worker Certificate, Community Interpreter Certificate and Recovery Coach Certificates. This program is part of an intentional strategy of co-invested funds between Ramsey County and the City of Saint Paul. Making a deep investment in our young residents is key to our ability to create a thriving economy. Employers in our community have significant workforce needs, we are rising up to help meet this challenge.
Manufacturing stands as a cornerstone of Ramsey County's economic vitality, offering employment opportunities and bolstering local businesses. The demand for skilled workers in this sector presents boundless opportunities for impactful contributions. Manufacturing drives innovation, job creation, and economic prosperity, all of which are vital components of a thriving Ramsey County economy.
Through St. Paul College's MPMA Academy students spent more than 30 weeks learning about manufacturing including industry fundamentals, hands-on fabrication, opportunities for their careers, and tours of area employers. The students are now ready to pursue their next steps, whether it is continuing education or seeking employment in the manufacturing sector. Several of the students got their driver’s license as well.
Deepest gratitude to all who have supported this program, including Ramsey County, the City of St. Paul, St. Paul College, Goodwill Easter Seals, and MN Precision Manufacturing. From instructors and mentors to family, classmates, and staff, each of you has played a crucial role in bringing us to this momentous occasion.
The goal of YACA is to provide innovative programming by engaging our young adults in the community with exposure to occupations in the county which offer a fulfilling career, livable wages and excellent benefits.
I'm grateful for the opportunity to connect with the next generation of leaders and innovators, and I look forward to witnessing their future successes.
It was a pleasure to host this community event to discuss the Minnesota Promise Act, and I was thrilled with the turnout of many small businesses, community based organizations and entrepreneurs.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the conversation. Your participation is vital as we strive to build a stronger and more inclusive community.
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Dates and Time for the 2024 Plant Sale at the Ramsey County Correctional Facility
The sales dates for this season are as follows:
April 25 – 28
May 2-5
May 9-12
May 16-19
May 23, 24 (off 25,26,27 for Memorial Day)
May 30,31 June 1,2
June 5,6,7 (if needed)
Hours:
Thursdays – 8-4
Fridays – 8-6
Saturdays 8-3
Sundays 9-3
 Heads up! The yard waste and household hazardous waste collection sites are now operating on summer hours. View the schedule at RamseyRecycles.com.
 To mark the importance of this month, SOS Sexual Violence Services will co-host a free community walk to honor survivors of sexual violence. Join SOS and Ramsey County colleges and universities on Saturday, April 27, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Metropolitan State University Student Center. The first 50 people to register will receive a free t-shirt. Registration is not required. Learn more about SOS services and the walk at ramseycounty.us/SOS.
 Growing pains in your business? CEO Now is an opportunity designed for growth-minded business owners looking to scale. Owners will complete the program with a three-year strategic roadmap and the confidence to follow it. Learn more and apply today: ramseycounty.us/CEONow
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