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The second half of 2025 property tax payments are due Wednesday, Oct. 15.
Payment options
Payments must be postmarked on or before Oct. 15 to avoid penalty. Checks and money orders should be made payable to Ramsey County. Residents who are concerned about making a payment may be eligible for programs that reduce property tax burdens. Assistance is available for seniors, veterans and residents undergoing exceptional hardship (hardship abatement).
Understanding your property taxes
Watch a video to learn more about how taxes are determined, how to read your statement and how to resolve questions. The video is available in five languages:
Contact
Call 651-266-2222 or email Property Tax Services with questions.
A public hearing for the proposed budget was held on Monday, Sept. 22. Residents who were unable to attend may submit comments and feedback via:
Beginning Friday, Oct. 17, four additional early voting sites will open across Ramsey County. These locations will allow voters to place their ballots directly into a counting machine.
These sites will be open for voting Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., with additional Saturday hours on Nov. 1, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
The Plato Building continues to serve as the main absentee voting site, open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., with extended hours on Saturday, Nov. 1 (9 a.m.-3 p.m.) and Monday, Nov. 3 (8 a.m.-5 p.m.).
Ramsey County is located on the ancestral lands of the Dakota Oyate and is also home to the Ojibwe and Ho-Chunk peoples. Ramsey County recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a time to honor the rich cultures, traditions, histories and contributions of the original stewards of this land.
The celebration will feature:
- Dance performances.
- Archery and lacrosse for all ages.
- Traditional buffalo hide paintings.
- Storytelling.
- Medicine bag making.
Community organizations and several Ramsey County departments will table and share resources.
Join us in celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day by sharing a feast and uplifting traditions and community.
Rice Creek Commons’ first major development, a 157,000-square-foot advanced technology headquarters for Micro Control Company on Outlot A, is making steady progress. The building’s exterior walls and roof are complete. The remaining exterior details are on track to wrap up by year’s end.
Inside, construction continues with completion anticipated in mid-2026. Site improvements are also moving forward, including landscaping, water line installation and the start of geothermal well drilling.
This milestone underscores Rice Creek Commons’ growing momentum as a center for high-quality jobs and sustainable development in Ramsey County’s expanding economic corridor. Learn more at ricecreekcommons.com.
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Community Concerns Survey, Breast Cancer Awareness Month and more
October is a month filled with important opportunities to come together for health and wellness.
Your feedback is important
Join Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health for a Community Conversation on Oct. 8 at Rondo Community Library from 5-7 p.m. to discuss what shapes health and well-being in Ramsey County. A light meal will be provided and participants will get a $30 Visa gift card. RSVP required.
If you are unable to join us in person, please take our Community Concerns Survey by Oct. 10. Take the survey today.
Volunteers needed
Help victims/survivors of sexual violence in your community. Volunteer to staff the resource line, provide support at hospitals, and more. Volunteer training begins October 14.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Minnesota Department of Health’s Sage Screening Program offers free mammograms for eligible women age 40 years and older. Clinic 555 provides free breast exams and refers clients to another health center for mammograms.
Covid Vaccine
All Minnesotans over six months old are recommended to get the COVID-19 vaccine if they want it. People age 65 and older, those with underlying health conditions, young children and pregnant people are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated.
Talk with your health care provider to make sure you and your family are up to date.
World Mental Health day is Oct. 10
Watch and learn about the work Ramsey County is doing from our mental health staff.
Lead Testing and Resource Fair
On Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 5-7 p.m. at the Battle Creek Recreation Center, participants can receive capillary blood lead testing, test household items for lead with the Minnesota Department of Health and more.
Drug Take Back Day is Oct. 25
Safely dispose of unwanted, expired and unused medicines for free at one of five public drop boxes in Ramsey County.
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Adopt someone in need this holiday season
Looking for a new way to make a difference this holiday season? Provide small gifts and a holiday meal for an individual or family receiving Ramsey County Social Services who needs extra help. Get more details about the Holiday Sponsorship Program.
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