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A special election for the open Saint Paul Ward 4 City Council seat and the White Bear Lake mayoral primary will be held Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025.
Absentee voting, which allows voters to cast their ballot before Election Day if they can’t or prefer not to vote at the polls, will be available weekdays from June 27 until Aug. 8, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Ballots can be cast by mail or in person at the Plato Building (90 W. Plato Blvd, Saint Paul, MN).
Additional in-person absentee voting hours at the Plato Building will be offered:
Ward 4 includes all or part of the Hamline-Midway, Merriam Park, and Saint Anthony Park neighborhoods, as well as portions of Macalester-Groveland and Como.
For more information on absentee voting in Ramsey County visit ramseycounty.us/VoteBeforeElectionDay.
CareerForce in Saint Paul has moved. They are now open and ready to serve you at our new location in the Metro Square Building in downtown Saint Paul.
All CareerForce services are free and available to everyone, including Minnesota businesses. At this location, you can access:
- Job search assistance, including resume reviews, interview preparation, and more. Check the events section below to register for an appointment.
- Career exploration and planning support
- Connections to education and training opportunities
Learn more about services, parking or hours.
Ramsey County, in partnership with regional collaborators, is offering two no-cost programs aimed at advancing economic opportunity for business owners and aspiring housing developers.
Emerging and Diverse Developers
The Emerging and Diverse Developers (EDD) Program is accepting applications through July 31. This free training program supports individuals from diverse backgrounds who want to break into housing development. Participants receive mentorship, industry networking and practical instruction. Learn more and apply at ramseycounty.us/EDD.
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CEO Next Business Institute
CEO Next Business Institute is also accepting applicants for its upcoming cohort. The no-cost program supports second-stage businesses, those with 10–99 employees and over $1 million in annual revenue.
Participants gain access to expert guidance, confidential peer roundtables and up to 30 hours of advanced technical research. The program is a partnership between Ramsey, Hennepin, Dakota and Scott counties, designed to help businesses scale regionally and nationally. Find additional information and apply at ramseycounty.us/ceonext.
Last month, the county hosted a Youth Justice Peer Exchange where five county teams from across the country came together to learn from one another to help achieve program and policy change. At the event, Ramsey County presented its risk assessment tool that significantly reduces juvenile justice admissions, leading to improved outcomes for youth.
Read more about the event.
Introducing Serenity — the new name for the Mental Health Outreach Bus
Congratulations and thank you to Collen for submitting the winning name. "Serenity" captures Ramsey County's mission to bring accessible mental health support to communities as a mobile connection to care, support and healing. Learn more about the services offered.
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Stay safe during extreme heat
As temperatures rise, make sure you and your loved ones are prepared for extreme heat.
Stay hydrated: Drink more water, especially if you are active outdoors. Don't wait until you are thirsty to hydrate. Avoid or limit alcohol, caffeine or sugary drinks – they make it harder for your body to stay cool.
Stay informed: Follow local weather and news reports. Check on neighbors, elders and young children. Check your HeatRisk from the National Weather Service. Know the Signs and Symptoms of Heat-Related Illnesses (PDF) and how to respond.
Stay cool: Limit time outdoors and take frequent breaks if you must be outside. Wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing and use sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher. Use your home's air-conditioning, or go to a location where you can get relief from the heat.
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