District 1 Updates from Commissioner Frethem

Ramsey County, Minnesota sent this bulletin at 08/27/2024 09:38 AM CDT

Serving the communities of Arden Hills, Gem Lake, North Oaks, Shoreview, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Township, and parts of Mounds View, Spring Lake Park and Blaine.

August 27th, 2024

Nicole Frethem
Commissioner, District 1
651-266-8362 or 651-425-9580
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Mayumi Morgan
Principal Assistant
651-266-8355
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Nancy Larson
Administrative Assistant

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Board Meetings

The next Board of Commissioners meeting is September 3rd at 9:00 am. Links to board meetings, workshops, and related documents can be found on the Ramsey County webpage.

Resources

Are you or someone you know struggling to pay for housing, food or childcare? Apply for financial assistance via MNbenefits.mn.gov, a new, mobile-friendly benefits application for Minnesotans.

Learn more about eligibility, programs you can apply for, and more at https://mnbenefits.mn.gov/faq.

Northeast Youth & Family Services (NYFS) is a nonprofit, community-based and trauma-informed mental health and community services organization that has been serving people in the northeastern suburbs since 1976.

NYFS services include clinic-based and telehealth counseling for all ages, school-based services, day treatment services for middle and high school youth, diversion programming for youth, Community Connections programming for isolated youth, and Community Advocate services.

Ramsey Connected is an initiative designed to ensure all Ramsey County residents have access to low-cost internet and computers and the skills to use them.

Ramsey County believes internet access is a basic need and low-cost internet should be available to all residents. While Ramsey County is not an internet service provider, we serve as a promoter, connector and partner through our Ramsey Connected program.

For more information on internet resources, please visit Ramsey County's webpage.

County Rd D Reconstruction

In 2025, County Road D between Greenbriar Street and County Road D Circle will be reconstructed. The aim is to install a trail along the road, reconstructing aging pavement and installing an improved storm drain system.

Find more information on the Ramsey County website here.

The Dangers of Groomed Shorelines

MPR released an article describing the deterioration of MN lake shorelines and the negative effects of suburban-style development on lake fronts. About half of the state's natural shorelines have been developed into lawns, patios, buildings and more. By growing the native vegetation along lakes, you would be slowing run-off, filtering nutrients, and improving water quality.

Read the full article here.

Shelter Entry and Diversion

For single, homeless adults, reach out to (651) 266-1050 to make reservations at a shelter nearby. You can call during the following times:

Monday-Friday: 10am-9:30pm

Saturday-Sunday: 1:30pm-9:30pm

You can call the same number for resources to avoid emergency shelter during the following times:

Monday-Friday: 10am-4:30pm

Avoiding Mosquitos and Ticks

As Labor Day weekend approaches, camping or getting outdoors might be on your to do list! The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD) has compiled a list of tips and tricks to minimize exposure to mosquitos and ticks while you are enjoying the great outdoors. Check out their suggestions here!

County Rd J and 35E Construction

County Road J from Centerville Road to Otter Lake Road – including the interchange with I-35E – is scheduled for reconstruction in 2025. Ramsey County is leading the project in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Transportation, Anoka County, White Bear Township, North Oaks, and Lino Lakes.

You can learn more about the project in this recent Star Tribune article and on Ramsey County's project webpage.

To view additional Ramsey County events check out the County's event calendar.

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