 Commissioner McGuire and Department Represenatives recognizing County Government Month
Greetings, District 2!
April is County Government Month, I was honored to present a board proclamation stressing the important work that counties provide to residents. Representatives from county departments were present to highlight all the various ways that our county services impact our residents' lives.
April is also Earth Month, which honors the achievements of the environmental movement and raises awareness of the need to protect Earth's natural resources for future generations. Please see below for the ways that you can recognize and celebrate Earth Month in Ramsey County!
In March, I attended the National Association of Counties (NACo), Legislative Conference with my colleagues. It was an invaluable opportunity to connect with county leaders from across the country and meet with our Federal Congressional Delegation Members on issues that we share.
We appreciated meeting with Congresswoman Betty McCollum and Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith on Ramsey County priorities such as Medicaid, SNAP, and HUD grants. These discussions highlighted our intergovernmental partnership and focused on collaboration, proactive leadership, and maintaining effective community services.
I was invited to attend the President's joint address to Congress as the guest of Congresswoman McCollum. This opportunity showed the importance of partnerships and collaboration between local and federal government to drive meaningful change for our communities.
My office is always here to answer your questions and navigate governmental services. Please feel free to reach out via phone at (651-266-8359) or email at Maryjo.McGuire@co.ramsey.mn.us
Take care,
 Mary Jo McGuire
Ramsey County Commissioner, District 2
 The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners declared March 18, 2025, as Transgender Day of Visibility in Ramsey County. We observe Transgender Day of Visibility ahead of the national date of March 31 to support local events and awareness efforts.
Read and watch the proclamation: http://ramseycounty.us/BoardProclamation
 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 here.
Recent workshops include:
- Investing in the Housing Continuum: Planning and Implementing Local Affordable Housing Aid
- Strategic Priority: Responding to Climate Change
You can access video recordings of the meetings as well as the materials shared by clicking here.
Ramsey County Welcomes New Legislator, Representative Gottfried!
 Congratulations to David Gottfried on his win in the District 40B special election! We look forward to working with Representative Gottfried who represents residents of Roseville and Shoreview.
Watch your mailbox for Tax Statements!
Ramsey County property owners—please check your mailbox! Tax statements and valuation notices have been sent out via U.S. mail unless opted for electronically. The mailing includes:
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Tax statement: Breaks down taxes due for the year and provides details on charges like special assessments or service fees.
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Valuation notice: Shows your property’s classification and valuation, which determines next year’s taxes.
Review your valuation notice carefully, and act now if you need to appeal. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the County Assessor’s Office at 651-266-2131.
- There will be a 2025 open book meeting: April 9, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
- You must file any appeals for your property taxes owed by May 5, 2025.
Learn more at: Ramsey County Property Tax
Volunteer for Earth Day Clean Up!
 Help Ramsey County celebrate Earth Day and give back to our plants by volunteering at the Tamarack Nature Center and Battle Creek/Great River! We’ll tidy the grounds and trails, remove invasive plants and get the garden ready for planting. This volunteer activity is open to individuals, families and small groups. Preregistration is required.
Please join us at one or both of these sites:
Battle Creek Earth Day Cleanup/Great River Cleanup
Date: April 22nd
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Location: Battle Creek Pavilion, across from 2401 Upper Afton Road, Maplewood, MN 55119
Tamarack Nature Center Earth Day Cleanup
Date: April 26th
Time: 9:30am – noon
Location: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Rd, White Bear Township, MN 55110
Register here for Earth Day Clean Up
Ramsey County Environmental Service Is Now Open!
 Ramsey County's Environmental Service Center, located in Roseville opened on April 1! This new county-wide facility collects household hazardous waste, electronics, food scraps, cardboard, scrap metal and other recyclables and makes it easier for residents to reduce waste, reuse and recycle.
There will be an Open House event on April 24, during the tour you will learn more about the materials collected at the site, tour the Reuse Room and learn more about Fix-It Clinics and other community programming that will happen at the Environmental Center!
To learn more, visit RamseyRecycles.com/EC.
Little Canada Curbside Yard Waste Collection Begins April 1!
 Little Canada is offering residents the option of curbside yard waste collection. This optional service runs from April 1 through November 30 (weather permitting), and pick-up days are every Wednesday. The cost for 2025 is $120 for the season and includes up to three (3) yard waste carts. It is against the law to put leaves, grass clippings, branches, and other plant material in the trash. Please call 651-766-4038 to sign up!
Please Note: if you had curbside yard waste service last year, you do not need to 'sign up' again. You can use the service again with the yard waste carts) on your property any time after April 1.
Residents can also bring their yard waste to any of Ramsey County's seven yard waste collection sites. All sites are free and open to Ramsey County residents.
For a list of locations and hours, visit: RamseyRecycles.com/YardWaste or call Ramsey County's 24/7 hotline at 651-633-3279.
Fix It Clinic
 You can bring personal items that need mending or fixing to our free Fix-It Clinic at the Ramsey County Library in Maplewood!
At Fix-It Clinics, residents bring in small household appliances, clothing, electronics and more to receive free guided assistance from volunteers with repair skills to disassemble, troubleshoot and fix items.
The next Clinic will be held on Saturday, April 26, (10:30am-1:30pm).
For more information, visit RamseyRecycles.com/FixItClinics
Ramsey County METRO GOLD Line Now Open!
 Ramsey County is excited to welcome the METRO Gold Line, a new bus rapid transit (BRT) service that will provide fast, frequent and reliable public transportation for residents across the East Metro. The 10-mile bus rapid transit line connects Saint Paul, Maplewood, Landfall, Oakdale and Woodbury generally along I-94.
The Gold Line service begun Saturday, March 22, and is a major step forward in making transit more accessible, reliable, and connected for Ramsey County residents. This transformational transit project matters because of the different ways people can now travel.
For more information, visit Gold Line bus rapid transit service opens | Ramsey County
Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC) Leadership Summit
 The Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC) hosted a Leadership Summit, designed for a skills-building seminar designed for county officials and key staff.
Many thanks to Scott Welle, who presented on the work from his book: "Outperform for Leaders: Inspiring Peak Performance in an Ever-Changing World", which set the stage for exploring what it means to "Outperform" and tackled the major barriers preventing individuals from reaching their full potential.
Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC) Legislative Conference
 Commissioner McGuire with Governor Walz, Ramsey County Manager Becker, and Commissioner Jeppson AMC Legislative Conference!
Commissioner McGuire attended the Association of Minnesota Counties’ (AMC) Annual Conference, an essential gathering that brings together county leaders from across the state to collaborate, share ideas, and address key issues affecting our communities. This conference is a vital opportunity for Ramsey County to engage with other counties, learn best practices, and advocate for policies that strengthen our region.
 Commissioner McGuire with Senator Pappas, Commissioner Ortega, and Jenn O'Rourke, Director of Government Affairs
 Commissioner McGuire with Senator Kunesh and Anoka County Commissioners
 Commissioner McGuire with Representative Leon Lillie and Wayne Johnson and Washington County Commissioners
 Commissioner McGuire with Jenn O'Rourke and Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy
 Commissioner McGuire with House Speaker Melissa Hortman and Hennepin County Comissioner Debbie Goettel
National Association of Counties (NACo) Legislative Conference!
 Commissioner McGuire with NACo Executive Board Members visiting with Congressional Leadership on Capitol Hill
 Commissioner McGuire speaking at the National Association of Counties (NACo) General Session!
 Ramsey County and Hennepin County Commissioners at the Minnesota Caucus!
 Commissioner McGuire presenting at Women of NACo on Authentic Leadership
 Commissioner McGuire along with other Ramsey County Commissioners meeting with Senator Klobuchar
 Commissioner McGuire and Congresswoman McCollum at breakfast at the Congressional Library
 Commissioner McGuire, Senator Smith and Association of Minnesota Counties Executive Director Julie Ring
4/1-4/2 - Spring Gnome Search (New Brighton)
4/13 - Community Band Spring Concert (Roseville)
4/13 - String Ensemble Spring Concert (Roseville)
4/18 - Tots and Tires (New Brighton)
4/26 - Kite Day in the Park (Roseville)
4/26 - Clean Up Day, Public Works Event (Roseville)
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