Green Ramsey - October 2024

Ramsey County, Minnesota sent this bulletin at 10/01/2024 08:10 AM CDT

An environmental health newsletter from Ramsey County.

October 2024

Meet Dante: Yard waste site service worker for Ramsey County

Yard waste site monitors are essential to the day-to-day running of these sites and help keep operations running smoothly, particularly during busy months in the fall and spring. Dante Zuk is one of these monitors. Learn more about his responsibilities and job duties.

Make sure your house is lead safe

Make sure your house is lead safe for you and your loved ones. National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (Oct. 20 – 26) raises awareness of the importance of preventing, identifying and mitigating sources of lead exposure. The most common source of lead exposure is paint and dust on windows in homes built before 1978. If you think your child has been exposed to lead, contact your healthcare provider to schedule a blood lead test.

Grant money is available through Ramsey County to reduce lead hazards in qualifying homes.

Learn more.

Tips to avoid a long wait at yard waste sites

Ramsey County yard waste sites experience heavy traffic during the fall. To avoid a wait, consider the following tips:

Visit yard waste sites on Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays. Avoid the first hour of opening since there is almost always a rush. If you need to go on a weekend, Saturday mornings between 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. can be less busy.

Ask EH: How do I dispose of broken string lights?

A: Non-LED string lights may be placed in the trash. LED string lights cannot go in the trash because they contain printed circuit boards and are considered hazardous. Bring LED string lights to a household hazardous waste collection site for free.

Do you have a question about recycling and disposal and can’t find the answer in our A to Z Green Guide? Call our Recycling & Disposal hotline at 651-633-EASY (3279) or send us a message.

Save the Food shopping tips

Save money and buy quality food with these tips from Save the Food.

Good to know

Children's Environmental Health Day is Oct. 12. An estimated 34% of children's chronic illnesses and developmental challenges are caused by environmental factors. Learn more.
The mobile household hazardous waste collection site is in Maplewood in October. Safely dispose of empty needles, vaping devices and more.
Follow construction of the Environmental Service Center. The Environmental Service Center will open in April 2025. See construction updates and photos.

Ramsey County Master Gardeners present: Fall into winter

Wednesday, Oct. 16
6-7:30 p.m.
Ramsey County Library - Shoreview
Learn more

Ramsey County Master Gardeners present: Home composting

Wednesday, Oct. 23
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Virtual event via Zoom
Learn more

Ramsey County Fix-It Clinic

Saturday, Oct. 26
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Last items accepted at 12:30 p.m.
Heritage Hall, Gem Lake
Learn more

A to Z Recycling & Disposal Guide

Learn how to properly recycle or dispose of many items.

BizRecycling

BizRecycling helps businesses, non-profits, schools, apartment buildings and institutions in Ramsey and Washington counties reduce waste and recycle better. Learn more.

Recycling containers for events

Ramsey County's event container lending program is suspended until further notice. Many cities and Saint Paul district councils continue to lend out containers. Find a pick up location.

Radon

Radon is a naturally-occurring, radioactive gas. Two in five homes in Minnesota have high radon levels that can impact health. Ramsey County offers $2 radon tests to residents. Order a testing kit.

Gardening and landscaping

Learn more about eco-friendly gardening and landscaping from a Ramsey County Master Gardener. Learn more about eco-friendly gardening and landscaping.

Soil and Water Conservation

The Soil and Water Conservation Division maintains and enhances natural resources in Ramsey County. Learn what programs are taking place in your neighborhood.

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