Ramsey County, Minnesota

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners will consider several grant agreements, fee changes, and a master plan amendment at its July 14, 2026 meeting. Key decisions include accepting two crime prevention grants from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety totaling $675,000 and approving updates to the Sheriff's Office fee schedule. The board will also vote on a $125,000 grant for illicit drug toxicology testing and an amendment to the Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Master Plan.

• Accept $125,000 grant from MN Department of Health for illicit drug toxicology testing and surveillance
• Approve amended Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Master Plan
• Approve additions and change to Public Health fees for telehealth and a vaccine fee
• Accept two crime prevention grants: $250,000 and $425,000 from MN Department of Public Safety
• Approve joint powers agreement with BCA for criminal justice data network ($261,600)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the Opioid Response Initiative 2026-165. This item is sponsored by Public Health.

• Opioid Response Initiative 2026-165

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the Minnesota Resource Management Draft Report 2026-245, sponsored by Public Health. No formal action is expected as this is a discussion item.

• Discussion of Minnesota Resource Management Draft Report 2026-245 (Sponsor: Public Health)

Board of Commissioners

The board will vote on a second amendment to the county manager's employment agreement, increasing her salary to $283,550 effective August 1, 2026. Other action items include releasing a storm sewer easement in Falcon Heights, amending a joint powers agreement with Saint Paul for the Familiar Faces Program, and accepting a $28,000 gift of fair tickets from the Minnesota State Fair for social services. A presentation on Recycling & Energy is for information only.

• Approve second amendment to employment agreement and salary of $283,550 for County Manager Ling Becker
• Release storm sewer easement at 1644 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights
• Amend joint powers agreement with City of Saint Paul for Byrne Grant Familiar Faces Program through May 2027
• Accept $28,000 gift of 1,400 tickets from Minnesota State Fair to Social Services Department
• Presentation: Recycling & Energy (information only)

The Board approved an amendment to the County Manager's employment agreement, increasing the annual salary to $283,550 effective August 1, 2026. Other actions included approving a storm sewer easement release, a grant administration amendment, and a gift from the Minnesota State Fair.

• Approved July 7, 2026 agenda (7-0)
• Approved June 23, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Released storm sewer easement at 1644 Larpenteur Avenue West (7-0)
• Approved amendment to City of Saint Paul joint powers agreement for Byrne Grant (7-0)
• Accepted $28,000 gift in Minnesota State Fair tickets for Social Services (7-0)
• Approved County Manager salary increase to $283,550 (7-0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will vote to approve a $1,300,000 obligation to fund the construction of affordable housing. The County Manager will be authorized to execute the necessary loan or agreement documents. The agenda also includes routine approval of the meeting agenda and minutes from the previous session.

• Approve $1,300,000 obligation for Pathways to Reducing Obstacles to Housing funding
• Authorize County Manager to enter loan or agreement amendments for the housing project
• Approve agenda for July 7, 2026 meeting
• Approve minutes from June 23, 2026 meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 16, 2026. It will authorize a lease with Meridian Behavioral Health, LLC for 17,300 usable square feet at 402 University Avenue East from July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028. The board will continue participation in the Minnesota Council on Local Results and Innovation’s Performance Measurement Program and set salary ranges for two new safety job classifications. Finally, it will adopt the Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance for 2027.

• Approve lease agreement with Meridian Behavioral Health, LLC for 17,300 sq ft at 402 University Avenue East (July 1 2026 – Dec 31 2028)
• Approve continuation of participation in Minnesota Council on Local Results and Innovation’s Performance Measurement Program
• Approve salary schedule and grades for Occupational Safety and Compliance Administrator ($77,262.62‑$115,893.94) and Safety Officer ($74,290.99‑$111,436.48)
• Adopt the Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance for 2027
• Approve agenda and minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting

The Board approved salary schedules for two new job classifications and a lease with Meridian Behavioral Health, LLC. They also adopted the 2027 Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance and continued participation in a state performance measurement program.

• Approved June 23, 2026 agenda (7-0)
• Approved June 16, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved salary schedules for Occupational Safety and Compliance Administrator and Safety Officer (7-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Meridian Behavioral Health, LLC at 402 University Avenue East (7-0)
• Approved continuation of participation in Minnesota Council on Local Results and Innovation’s Performance Measurement Program (7-0)
• Adopted the Proposed Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance for 2027 (7-0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will vote to approve a $6,400,000 levy to fund preservation and construction of affordable housing. The council will also approve a $250,000 grant to JB Vang for the Hamm’s West End Development. Both actions require the County Manager to sign the necessary agreements.

• Approve $6,400,000 Housing and Redevelopment Authority levy for affordable housing projects
• Authorize County Manager to execute loan and grant agreements for the levy
• Approve $250,000 Environmental Response Fund grant to JB Vang, Hamm’s West End Development

The Authority approved the obligation of $6,400,000 in levy funds for affordable housing preservation and construction projects. Additionally, a $250,000 Environmental Response Fund award was approved for JB Vang for the Hamm’s West End Development.

• Approved June 23, 2026 agenda
• Approved April 28, 2026 minutes
• Awarded $250,000 Environmental Response Funds to JB Vang for Hamm’s West End Development
• Obligated $6,400,000 in HRA levy funds for affordable housing projects

Economic Development Authority

The Ramsey County Economic Development Authority will elect its chair, vice-chair, and secretary for 2026, then vote on approving the official area of operation. The agenda is largely procedural with one policy item defining the authority's geographic scope.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for 2026
• Approval of Economic Development Authority Area of Operation

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider approving the agenda and minutes, then hold a public hearing on a proposed 2027 salary ordinance for commissioners. Other items include appointments to the Economic Development Authority, accepting a $265,000 grant for pediatric mental health training, and authorizing a $1.2 million fund transfer from bond interest to the Park at RiversEdge project.

• Public hearing on proposed 2027 Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance
• Appointment of members to the Ramsey County Economic Development Authority for 2026
• Grant agreement with Minnesota Department of Health for Pediatric Mental Health Training ($265,000)
• Fund transfer up to $1,200,000 from bond interest to Park at RiversEdge project

The Board approved a $265,000 grant agreement with the Minnesota Department of Health for pediatric mental health training. Additionally, the Board authorized a fund transfer of up to $1,200,000 toward the Park at RiversEdge project.

• Approved June 16, 2026 agenda as amended (7-0)
• Approved June 2, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Waived second reading and held public hearing for 2027 Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved appointments to the Ramsey County Economic Development Authority for 2026 (7-0)
• Authorized transfer of up to $1,200,000 to Park at RiversEdge project account (7-0)
• Ratified and approved $265,000 grant agreement with MN Dept of Health for pediatric mental health training (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the 2025 Workforce Statistics report, sponsored by Human Resources. The item is a discussion item with no formal action expected.

• Discussion of 2025 Workforce Statistics (Item 2026-185), sponsored by Human Resources

Board of Commissioners

The Board will vote on appointments to the Personnel Review Board, Corrections Advisory Board, Community Health Services Advisory Committee, and Parks and Recreation Commission. A presentation on Aging and Disability Services is scheduled for discussion only. Following the public meeting, a closed session is planned regarding Wilson v. Ramsey County matter.

• Appoint Estelle Wright and Beth Bell Isle (incumbent) to Personnel Review Board for terms ending August 1, 2030.
• Appoint eight individuals to the Corrections Advisory Board for a two-year term starting June 1, 2026.
• Appoint six individuals to the Community Health Services Advisory Committee for terms ending June 27, 2028.
• Appoint three incumbents to the Parks and Recreation Commission for terms ending June 5, 2029.
• Presentation on Aging and Disability Services update from Social Services — information and discussion only.

The Board of Commissioners approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Multiple individuals were appointed to the Personnel Review Board, Corrections Advisory Board, Community Health Services Advisory Committee, and the Parks and Recreation Commission. The Board also authorized staff to proceed regarding a closed matter involving Wilson v. Ramsey County.

• Approved June 2, 2026 agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 26, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Appointed Estelle Wright and Beth Bell Isle to the Personnel Review Board (7-0)
• Appointed eight members to the Corrections Advisory Board (7-0)
• Appointed five members to the Community Health Services Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Appointed three members to the Parks and Recreation Commission (7-0)
• Authorized staff to proceed regarding Wilson v. Ramsey County matter in closed meeting (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the 2026 Girls Report. The session is scheduled for June 2, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. in the Courthouse Room 220.

• Ramsey County Girls Report Update 2026-200
• Workshop to discuss Girls Report update
• Scheduled for June 2, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
• Location: Courthouse Room 220
• Sponsor: Health and Wellness

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Board is holding a workshop to discuss an update regarding the 2026 Legislative Session. This item is sponsored by the County Manager's Office.

• 2026 Legislative Session Update (2026-197)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider committing up to $11 million in local match for Saint Paul's federal grant application to reconstruct the Eastbound Kellogg RiverCenter Bridge. Also on the agenda: waiving the first reading of the proposed 2027 commissioner salary ordinance and setting a public hearing for June 16, 2026. Several easement agreements for the Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park paved trail are up for approval.

• Commit up to $11 million in local match for City of Saint Paul's federal Bridge Investment Program grant for Eastbound Kellogg RiverCenter Bridge reconstruction (Item 8)
• Waive first reading of proposed 2027 Commissioner Salary Ordinance and set public hearing for June 16, 2026 (Item 4)
• Approve temporary construction and permanent trail easements with private residents at 306, 312, and 314 Floral Drive, Shoreview, for Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park trail, totalling $43,600 (Item 5)
• Approve temporary construction and permanent trail easement with City of Shoreview at two properties for same park trail (Item 6)
• Support nominations of six commissioners for National Association of Counties (NACo) leadership positions (Item 7)

The Board approved several easement agreements for the Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park paved trail involving private residents and the City of Shoreview. Additionally, the Board directed the County Manager to support a federal grant application for the Eastbound Kellogg RiverCenter Bridge reconstruction with up to $11 million in local match funding.

• Approved May 26, 2026 agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 19, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Waived first reading and set June 16, 2026 public hearing for 2027 Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance (7-0)
• Approved trail easement agreements with residents at 312, 314, and 306 Floral Drive (7-0)
• Approved trail easement agreements with the City of Shoreview at 318 Floral Drive and 358 Dennison Ave (7-0)
• Supported various National Association of Counties leadership nominations for all Commissioners (7-0)
• Directed support for Saint Paul's bridge reconstruction grant including up to $11 million local match (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss two community and economic development projects: RiversEdge and Rice Creek Commons. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Community & Economic Development Mini Workshops covering RiversEdge and Rice Creek Commons (Agenda Item 2026-171)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to receive an update from the Association of Minnesota Counties, identified as agenda item 2026-180. The discussion is scheduled for May 19, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. in Courthouse Room 220. No decisions or votes are indicated; the item is informational.

• Association of Minnesota Counties Update (agenda item 2026-180)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority will consider transferring $350,000 from its fund balance to a capital fund for preliminary engineering review of the RiversEdge project, and approve engineering agreements with Union Pacific and CPKC railroads. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda and March 17, 2026 minutes.

• Transfer up to $350,000 from RCRRA fund balance to capital fund for RiversEdge preliminary engineering
• Approve preliminary engineering agreements with Union Pacific Railroad Company and Soo Line Railroad (CPKC)
• Authorize County Manager to execute subsequent engineering agreements within funding limits
• Routine approval of meeting agenda and March 17, 2026 minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board will consider approving a $170,000 settlement agreement and authorizing the repurchase of a tax-forfeited property on Annapolis Street East. The meeting also includes the presentation of administrative items and a facility update.

• Settlement agreement with Tameca Williams for $170,000
• Repurchase of 601 Annapolis Street East for $32,701
• Approval of salary schedule for new Data Practices Officer position
• Detoxification and Withdrawal Management Facility Update presentation
• Approval of May 12, 2026 meeting minutes

The Board approved a $170,000 settlement in the Tameca Williams v. Ramsey County case. Additionally, commissioners authorized the repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 601 Annapolis Street East and approved a new salary schedule for a Data Practices Officer.

• Approved May 19, 2026 agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 12, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved $170,000 settlement in Tameca Williams v. Ramsey County (7-0)
• Approved salary schedule for Data Practices Officer (7-0)
• Approved repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 601 Annapolis Street East (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board will approve the transfer of road jurisdiction between the county and the city of White Bear Lake, and authorize a contract with Regions Hospital for inpatient services.

• Transfer of Otter Lake Road and White Bear Parkway jurisdiction to White Bear Lake
• Authorize $998,500 annually for inpatient hospital services at Regions Hospital
• Approve Joint Powers Agreement with Maplewood for Mental Health Outreach Team
• Proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month and Police Week
• Approve agenda and minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting

The Board approved a single source agreement with Regions Hospital for inpatient services. They also authorized jurisdictional changes for Otter Lake Road and White Bear Parkway. Additionally, the Board approved a joint powers agreement with the City of Maplewood regarding the Mental Health Outreach Team.

• Approved agenda of May 12, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved May 5, 2026 Minutes (5-0)
• Approved single source agreement with Regions Hospital for inpatient services up to $998,500 annually (5-0)
• Revoked County State Aid Highway mileage for Otter Lake Road and accepted jurisdiction of White Bear Parkway (5-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement with the City of Maplewood for the Mental Health Outreach Team (5-0)
• Approved outside valuation experts and budget for 3M campus property tax litigation in closed session (5-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss State Operated Services: Direct Care and Treatment (item 2026-156), sponsored by Social Services. No action is scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Discussion of State Operated Services: Direct Care and Treatment (sponsored by Social Services)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss state hospital utilization and rising costs. The item is sponsored by Social Services. No decisions are expected as this is a discussion-only session.

• Understanding State Hospital Utilization & Rising Costs in Ramsey County (2026-143, sponsored by Social Services)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on property tax abatements for three Saint Paul addresses and a software agreement amendment with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. The board will also appoint members to the 2026 Special Board of Appeal and Equalization.

• Third Amendment to Single Source Agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for Enterprise License Agreement
• Property tax abatement of $10,000 or more for 80 Cottage Ave W, Saint Paul
• Property tax abatements of $10,000 or more for 1125 Energy Park Dr and 1246 University Ave W, Saint Paul
• Appointment of members and chairs for the 2026 Special Board of Appeal and Equalization
• Proclamations for American Indian Month and Correctional Officers Week

The Board approved several property tax abatements for properties in Saint Paul. They also appointed members and approved procedural rules for the 2026 Special Board of Appeal and Equalization. Additionally, a license agreement amendment was approved.

• Approved May 5, 2026 agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 28, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Appointed members and approved rules for the 2026 Special Board of Appeal and Equalization (6-0)
• Approved property tax abatement for 80 Cottage Ave W (6-0)
• Approved property tax abatements for 1125 Energy Park Dr and 1246 University Ave W (6-0)
• Approved third amendment to Single Source Agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider amendments to the Administrative Code to increase settlement authority thresholds for county officials and the Board itself. The proposal would raise limits from $15,000 to $50,000 for the Enterprise Risk Manager and Civil Division, and from $30,000 to $100,000 for the County Manager, CFO, and County Attorney. Settlements above $100,000 would require Board approval in closed meeting. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and reports.

• Amend Administrative Code to raise settlement authority of Enterprise Risk Manager and Civil Division from $15,000 to $50,000
• Amend Administrative Code to raise joint settlement authority of County Manager, CFO, and County Attorney from $30,000 to $100,000
• Amend Administrative Code to require Board closed meeting for settlements above $100,000 (currently above $30,000)
• Approve minutes from April 21, 2026
• Workshops scheduled after meeting on solid waste governance and tax increment financing

The Board of Commissioners approved amendments to the Administrative Code regarding settlement authority levels. These changes increase the maximum amounts that specific county roles can authorize for settlements.

• Approved April 28, 2026 agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 21, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Increased settlement authority for Enterprise Risk Manager and Attorney’s Office Civil Division to $50,000 (7-0)
• Increased settlement authority for County Manager, CFO, and County Attorney to $100,000 (7-0)
• Increased Board closed meeting settlement authority to above $100,000 (7-0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will approve its agenda and the February 17 minutes. It will adopt the 2026‑2027 Community Development Block Grant‑HOME Action Plan, accept the $1,253,429 CDBG award and $502,833 HOME award, and authorize the County Manager to sign related HUD documents. The board will also reallocate program income to fund a new affordable rental housing construction project.

• Approve the April 28 agenda (Item 1).
• Approve February 17, 2026 minutes (Item 2).
• Approve the CDBG‑HOME Action Plan and accept $1,253,429 CDBG and $502,833 HOME funds (Item 3).
• Authorize the County Manager to execute HUD agreements for the CDBG‑HOME program (Item 3).
• Reallocate authority program income to finance new affordable rental housing (Item 4).

The Authority approved the 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Act Action Plan. Members also approved the reallocation of program income toward a new affordable rental housing construction project.

• Approved April 28, 2026 agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Act Action Plan (7-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $1,253,429 in CDBG funds and $502,833 in HOME funds (7-0)
• Approved reallocation of program income for new affordable rental housing construction (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

This is a Board Workshop/Discussion meeting with a single item: 'All Hands on Deck: Access & Accuracy 2026-136', sponsored by Financial Assistance Services. No decisions are scheduled; the item is a discussion item only.

• Discussion of 'All Hands on Deck: Access & Accuracy' (agenda item 2026-136) by Financial Assistance Services

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the Solid Waste Governance Evaluation (2026-092), sponsored by Public Health. This is a discussion session, not a formal decision-making meeting.

• Solid Waste Governance Evaluation Workshop 2026-092

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on selling the East Kellogg property for $4 million, authorizing an online auction of 34 tax-forfeited properties, and approving a joint powers agreement with Maplewood for a community responders pilot program. The agenda also includes a proclamation for a retiring employee and a presentation from the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District.

• Sale of Ramsey County East Kellogg property (PID 062822110029) to LSBD Acquisitions, LLC for $4,000,000
• Public online auction of 34 tax-forfeited properties via MNBid, with sale terms and appraised values
• Joint powers agreement with City of Maplewood for Appropriate Responses Initiative's Community Responders Pilot Program through Dec 31, 2026
• Proclamation of Brian Theine's retirement from Social Services
• Workshop (after meeting) on 2026 assessed values for 2027 payable taxes

The Board approved the $4,000,000 sale of the Ramsey County East Kellogg property to LSBD Acquisitions, LLC. They also authorized a public online auction for 34 tax-forfeited properties and approved a joint powers agreement with the City of Maplewood.

• Approved April 21, 2026 agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 14, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Authorized online auction of 34 tax-forfeited properties (7-0)
• Approved sale of East Kellogg property to LSBD Acquisitions, LLC for $4,000,000 (7-0)
• Authorized reallocation of up to $180,000 for East Kellogg building relocation costs (7-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement with City of Maplewood for Community Responders Pilot Program (7-0)
• Authorized staff to proceed regarding the Tameca Williams Matter in closed meeting (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will workshop the 2026 assessed values that will determine property taxes payable in 2027. The item is sponsored by the County Assessor's Office and is listed as agenda item 2025-506.

• Discussion of 2026 assessed values for 2027 payable taxes (Agenda item 2025-506, sponsored by County Assessor's Office)

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $2,089,569 agreement with Xcel Energy to relocate transmission towers for the Park at RiversEdge project. Other actions include adopting the Building Stronger Together economic development strategy, vacation of an unimproved county road right-of-way, approval of the 2026 Unified Local Youth Plan, appointment to the Workforce Innovation Board, contracts for food services at the jail, and a $200,000 transfer for the Saint Paul Campus Security Project. A board workshop on affordable housing will follow the meeting.

• Agreement with Xcel Energy for $2,089,569 to relocate transmission towers for Park at RiversEdge
• Approval and endorsement of the Building Stronger Together Economic Development Strategy
• Vacation of unimproved county road right-of-way in Section 24, Township 28, Range 22
• Food services agreements with Taher, Inc. and Trinity Services Group, Inc. for May 2026–May 2028
• Transfer of $200,000 from Capital Improvement Program Contingent to Saint Paul Campus Security Project

The Board approved an agreement with Xcel Energy for transmission tower relocation near the Park at RiversEdge. Other actions included approving a youth plan, food service agreements, and a security project fund transfer.

• Approved April 14, 2026 agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 7, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Xcel Energy agreement for $2,089,569 tower relocation (7-0)
• Approved vacation of unimproved county road right-of-way (7-0)
• Approved 2026 Unified Local Youth Plan (7-0)
• Appointed Alexandria Merritt to Workforce Innovation Board (7-0)
• Approved food service agreements with Taher, Inc. and Trinity Services Group, Inc. (7-0)
• Authorized $200,000 transfer for Saint Paul Campus Security Project (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the 'Investing in the Housing Continuum: Local Affordable Housing Aid' item (2026-135). This is a discussion-only session with no formal votes expected. The item is sponsored by the Community & Economic Development and Housing Stability departments.

• Discussion on Local Affordable Housing Aid (2026-135) sponsored by Community & Economic Development and Housing Stability

Board Workshop / Discussion

This is a workshop discussion with no formal decisions expected. The Board will receive an overview of the ice arena portfolio from the Parks & Recreation department.

• Ice Arena Portfolio Overview (presentation/discussion)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review an amendment to a single source agreement for children's intervention services. The meeting also includes a request for a charitable gambling premises permit in White Bear Township.

• Amendment to single source agreement with Children’s HealthCare Corporation for intervention services through March 31, 2030
• Charitable gambling premises permit for Cooper’s at 1190 County RD J, Suite 700, White Bear Township
• Proclamation for National County Government Month
• Workshop on Ice Arena Portfolio Overview
• Workshop on Human Resources Transformation

The Board of Commissioners approved a charitable gambling premises permit for Cooper’s in White Bear Township. They also approved an amendment to the single source agreement with Children’s HealthCare Corporation for intervention services through March 2030.

• Approved April 7, 2026 agenda (7-0)
• Approved March 17, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved charitable gambling premises permit for Cooper’s (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Single Source Agreement with Children’s HealthCare Corporation (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the human resources transformation initiative, reviewing past progress and future plans. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Human Resources Transformation: A Look Back and a Look Forward (Item 2026-122)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss driving economic growth and strengthening the tax base. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is a discussion led by Economic Growth and Community Investment staff.

• Discussion of item 2026-052: Driving Economic Growth & Strengthening the Tax Base

Regional Railroad Authority

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, then consider three administrative items. These include a $16,400 funding commitment to the Great River Rail Commission, support for the METRO J Line Arterial Bus Rapid Transit contingent on corridor improvements along West 7th Street, and support for the revised Locally Preferred Alternative for the METRO Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit, including an amendment to the Imagine 2050 plan.

• Approve $16,400 payment to Great River Rail Commission for 2026 Work Plan and Budget
• Support METRO J Line BRT contingent on multi-jurisdictional infrastructure improvements on West 7th Street
• Support revised Locally Preferred Alternative for METRO Bronze Line BRT
• Authorize transmitting resolution to Metropolitan Council to amend Imagine 2050 plan for Bronze Line
• Authorize County Manager to establish project budget for Great River Rail Commission

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the 'Building Stronger Together 2026-112' initiative, sponsored by Economic Growth and Community Investment. No voting or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion of Building Stronger Together 2026-112 initiative sponsored by Economic Growth and Community Investment

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board will vote on a resolution to amend a $1,530,000 Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) assessment for 80 4th Street W in Saint Paul, changing the interest start date to January 1, 2027. They will also approve the meeting agenda and previous minutes, and receive a presentation from GREATER MSP for discussion only. Two board workshops on economic growth and community building are scheduled after the regular meeting.

• Certification of $1,530,000 PACE assessment for energy improvements at 80 4th Street W, Saint Paul (PIN: 06.28.22.24.0012) with 7.49% interest over 24 years
• Presentation from GREATER MSP for information and discussion
• Approval of March 17, 2026 agenda and March 10, 2026 minutes (procedural)

The Board approved the March 17, 2026 agenda and the March 10, 2026 minutes. It also adopted Resolution B2026-038, directing the County Auditor to amend the property tax assessment for 80 West LLC to reflect a $1,530,000.00 energy‑efficiency improvement with interest starting 01/01/2027. All motions were passed.

• Approved agenda for March 17, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved minutes from March 10, 2026 (motion passed)
• Adopted Resolution B2026-038 to amend assessment for 80 West LLC ($1.53 M) (motion passed)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss Fiscal Health Analysis Findings (item 2025-545), sponsored by Community & Economic Development. No votes or formal actions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Fiscal Health Analysis Findings (2025-545) — Community & Economic Development

Board Workshop / Discussion

This is a workshop discussion agenda with a single item: preparations for the 2026 elections. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the board will hear from Property Tax, Records & Election Services.

• Preparations for the Elections in 2026 (sponsored by Property Tax, Records & Election Services)

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board will approve the agenda and minutes, and vote on several contracts and a grant. Items include a $10,000‑per‑year employee benefits service agreement and a $30,000‑per‑year fiscal‑agent agreement with the Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy Board, and a $500,000 grant agreement with the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Saint Paul for the Familiar Families Pilot Program. The Board will also rescind a prior grant resolution and hear updates on Operation Metro Surge and SNAP recertifications for discussion only.

• Approve service agreement with Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy Board for employee benefits ($10,000 per year, 2026‑2027)
• Approve fiscal‑agent agreement with Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy Board ($30,000 per year, 2026‑2030)
• Approve $500,000 grant agreement with the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Saint Paul for the Familiar Families Pilot Program (Mar 10 2026 – Feb 28 2027)
• Rescind Resolution B2025-236 – prior grant agreement with the City of Saint Paul for the Familiar Families Pilot Program
• Discussion only: updates on Operation Metro Surge and SNAP recertification presentation

The Ramsey County Board approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. It adopted service agreements with the Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy Board for employee benefits ($10,000 per year) and fiscal agent services ($30,000 per year). The Board also approved a $500,000 grant to the Saint Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority for the Familiar Families Pilot Program and rescinded the previous related resolution. All motions passed.

• Approved agenda for March 10, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved minutes from February 17, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved service agreement with Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy Board for employee benefits ($10,000 per year) (motion passed)
• Approved fiscal agent agreement with Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy Board ($30,000 per year) (motion passed)
• Approved $500,000 grant agreement with Saint Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority for Familiar Families Pilot Program (motion passed)
• Rescinded Resolution B2025-236 related to the Familiar Families Pilot Program (motion passed)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will consider a substantial amendment to the 2025 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Act annual action plan. The amendment would revise the proposed use of funds, and if approved, the County Manager would be authorized to execute related agreements within budget.

• Substantial Amendment to 2025 CDBG-HOME Annual Action Plan (Item 2026-057)
• Authorization for County Manager to approve and execute amendments to agreements
• Approval of meeting agenda and prior meeting minutes

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved its February 17 agenda and the minutes from the January 13 meeting. It also approved a substantial amendment to the 2025 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and authorized the County Manager to execute related agreements within the approved budget.

• Approved February 17, 2026 agenda (motion passed)
• Approved January 13, 2026 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved amendment to 2025 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan (motion passed)
• Authorized County Manager to approve and execute amendments within budget (motion passed)

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board will vote on a $4 million transfer from affordable housing aid to housing stability operations, a variance request for reduced design speed on Little Canada Road improvements, and acceptance of a $594,589 emergency solutions grant from HUD. They will also consider amending a contract with 4Mativ Technologies for foster care transportation management. A closed session is scheduled for the sale of 160 E. Kellogg Blvd.

• Transfer $4,000,000 from Local Affordable Housing Aid to Housing Stability
• Request variance from MnDOT for reduced design speed on Little Canada Road Improvements project
• Accept $594,589 Emergency Solutions Grant from HUD and City of Saint Paul
• Amend single source agreement with 4Mativ Technologies for foster care transportation, not to exceed $1,746,000
• Closed meeting for sale of 160 E. Kellogg Blvd building

The board approved a $4,000,000 transfer of Local Affordable Housing Aid funds from Community and Economic Development to the Housing Stability budget. It also approved a $594,589 Emergency Solutions Grant with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the city of Saint Paul. Additionally, the board authorized a $1,746,000 amendment to the single‑source agreement with 4MATIV Technologies for foster‑care transportation services. In a closed session, commissioners unanimously approved steps to negotiate and potentially purchase property at 160 East Kellogg Boulevard.

• Approved agenda for February 17, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved minutes from February 10, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved State Aid Variance Request for Little Canada Road Improvements (motion passed)
• Approved amendment to single source agreement with 4MATIV Technologies, Inc. up to $1,746,000 (motion passed)
• Approved transfer of $4,000,000 Local Affordable Housing Aid funds to Housing Stability (motion passed)
• Approved acceptance of $594,589 Emergency Solutions Grant and related agreement (motion passed)
• Unanimously approved Resolution B2026-034 to pursue negotiations, execute a letter of intent, and negotiate a purchase‑and‑sale agreement for 160 East Kellogg Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved closure of meeting at 10:41 a.m. and closed session at 3:20 p.m. (procedural)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider routine approval of the agenda and minutes. Action items include three joint powers agreements for the Violent Crime Enforcement Team, Violent Crime Reduction Unit, and Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force, and awarding the sale of General Obligation Capital Improvement Plan Bonds Series 2026A. A presentation on the 2026-2027 Countywide Strategic Plan Update is for information only. Closed meetings are scheduled for litigation reports.

• Eighth Amended Joint Powers Agreement of the Ramsey County Violent Crime Enforcement Team
• Joint Powers Agreement with Minnesota DPS Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for Violent Crime Reduction Unit
• Joint Powers Agreement with Minnesota DPS Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force
• 2026 Capital Improvement Program Bond Series 2026A – awarding sale of General Obligation Capital Improvement Plan Bonds
• Presentation: 2026-2027 Countywide Strategic Plan Update

The Ramsey County Board approved its agenda and the February 3 minutes. It adopted four joint‑powers agreements with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for violent‑crime and human‑trafficking task forces. The board also approved the resolution awarding the sale of General Obligation Capital Improvement Plan Bonds, Series 2026A. In two closed meetings, staff were authorized to proceed with the 2025 litigation report and a federal lawsuit summary.

• Approved agenda for February 10, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved minutes from February 3, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved Eighth Amended Joint Powers Agreement for Violent Crime Enforcement Team (motion passed)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force (motion passed)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for Violent Crime Reduction Unit (motion passed)
• Approved resolution awarding sale of 2026A capital‑improvement bonds (motion passed)
• Authorized Chair and Chief Clerk to execute all approved joint‑powers agreements (motion passed)
• Authorized staff to proceed on matters discussed in two closed meetings (motion passed)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will convene a workshop discussion on the Judges’ Women’s Group (Item 2026-042). The session is sponsored by Community Corrections. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda item is for discussion only.

• Judges’ Women’s Group discussion (Item 2026-042), sponsored by Community Corrections

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a resolution condemning the tactics of Operation Metro Surge and the actions of ICE in Minnesota. The meeting also includes a proposal to designate a section of Century Avenue as a County State Aid Highway.

• Resolution 2026-064 condemning Operation Metro Surge and requesting an investigation by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension
• Designation of Century Avenue from I-694 to County Road E as County State Aid Highway 72
• Closed meeting regarding Property Tax Litigation
• Closed meeting regarding Federal Operations Update - Adult Detention Center

The Board approved the February 3 agenda amendment adding a resolution condemning Operation Metro Surge. It designated Century Avenue/East County Line Road as County State Aid Highway 72. The Board adopted a resolution condemning Operation Metro Surge. In a closed session, commissioners unanimously approved outside valuation experts, a budget, a project account, and fund transfers for the 3M campus property tax litigation.

• Agenda amendment adding Operation Metro Surge resolution passed (motion by Xiong, seconded by Moran)
• January 27 minutes approved (motion by McGuire, seconded by Moran)
• Century Avenue/East County Line Road designated as County State Aid Highway 72 (motion by Moran, seconded by Miller)
• Resolution condemning Operation Metro Surge adopted (motion by Xiong, seconded by Miller)
• Unanimous approval of outside valuation experts and budget for 3M tax litigation (motion by Xiong, seconded by Miller)
• Authorization to establish a project account for 3M tax litigation (part of same resolution)
• Authorization to transfer funds to the 3M project account (Resolution B2026-025)
• Authorization for staff to proceed with Federal Operations Update – Adult Detention Center

Regional Railroad Authority

The Regional Railroad Authority will approve a purchase and sale agreement for a parcel at 1840 English Street in Maplewood for $325,000. The body will also authorize the transfer of funds from the authority's tax levy fund balances to the 2026 capital budget to complete the transaction.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement for 1840 English Street, Maplewood, for $325,000
• Transfer of $325,000 from tax levy fund balances to 2026 capital budget
• Authorization to pursue sale of combined surplus property parcels
• Approval of January 27, 2026 agenda
• Approval of January 6, 2026 minutes

The board approved its agenda and the minutes from the January 6 meeting. It approved the purchase of the parcel at 1840 English Street in Maplewood for $325,000 and authorized the transfer of that amount from the levy fund to the 2026 capital budget. All motions passed.

• Approved agenda for Jan 27, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved minutes from Jan 6, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved purchase agreement for 1840 English Street, Maplewood, $325,000 (motion passed)
• Authorized Chair to execute purchase and closing documents (motion passed)
• Authorized County Manager to amend agreement without financial impact (motion passed)
• Authorized Property Management to pursue sale of combined surplus parcels (motion passed)
• Approved transfer of $325,000 plus closing costs to 2026 capital budget (motion passed)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Board is holding a workshop to discuss the discharging of restrictive covenants 2025-452. This item is sponsored by the County Assessor's Office.

• Discharging Restrictive Covenants 2025-452

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several budget adjustments and public health agreements. This includes funding for youth treatment homes and tuberculosis services for Dakota County residents.

• Allocation of $1,950,000 in Minnesota Department of Public Safety grant funds for Youth Healing and Treatment Homes
• Transfer of up to $2 million from General Fund to the 2025 Lake Owasso Residence Enterprise Fund
• Transfer of up to $750,000 from General Fund to the County Attorney’s Office 2025 operating budget
• Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for tuberculosis control services not to exceed $70,000
• Approval of the revised 2026-27 Environmental Health and Clinical Services Fee Schedule

The board approved the agenda after amending it to table the mosquito‑control presentation. It adopted the January 20 minutes, the 2026‑27 public‑health fee schedule, a joint powers tuberculosis agreement with Dakota County, and two budget adjustments totaling $2.75 M. It also approved a $1.95 M state grant for acquiring youth healing and treatment homes. The mosquito‑control presentation was tabled.

• Amended agenda to table Mosquito Control presentation – motion passed
• Approved agenda for Jan 27 – motion passed
• Approved Jan 20 minutes – motion passed
• Approved 2026‑27 Public Health fee schedule – motion passed
• Approved joint powers TB agreement ($70,000) – motion passed
• Authorized $2 M transfer to Lake Owasso Residence fund – motion passed
• Authorized $750,000 transfer to Attorney’s Office budget – motion passed
• Approved $1.95 M grant allocation for youth treatment homes – motion passed

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on allocating grant funds for the acquisition of youth healing and treatment homes. The board is also asked to reaffirm the county's vision, mission, and goals.

• Allocation of $1,950,000 in Minnesota Department of Public Safety grant funds for Youth Healing and Treatment Homes
• Reaffirmation of Ramsey County’s Vision, Mission, and Goals
• Employee Achievement Award for Naturalist Shannon Stewart

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 13 session, and reaffirmed Ramsey County’s Vision, Mission and Goals. A proposal to allocate $1.95 million in state grant funds for youth healing and treatment homes was tabled. In a closed session, commissioners unanimously approved a resolution authorizing staff to proceed with actions discussed in that meeting.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved January 13 minutes (motion passed)
• Reaffirmed Vision, Mission and Goals (motion passed)
• Tabled allocation of $1,950,000 grant for youth healing and treatment homes (motion passed)
• Authorized staff to proceed as discussed (Resolution B2026-017) – unanimously approved

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority will consider approving three substantive items: accepting $1.3 million in Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing funding from the Metropolitan Council, awarding Environmental Response Fund grants totaling $900,000 to three recipients, and allocating $2.35 million from the 2026 HRA levy for wealth generation initiatives. Procedural items include approval of the agenda and minutes from January 6, 2026.

• Accept $1,300,000 from Metropolitan Council for Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing
• Roseville Economic Development Authority receives $500,000 Environmental Response Fund for Twin Lakes Technology Center
• GloryVille LLC receives $200,000 Environmental Response Fund for GloryVille project
• JB Vang receives $200,000 Environmental Response Fund for Hamm's West End Development
• Allocate $2,350,000 from 2026 HRA levy for wealth creation initiatives

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners will vote on several contracts and funding actions, including a $1,890,775 grant from the Metropolitan Council for Legacy Amendment Parks and Trails projects. It will also approve a $268,275 agreement with Bituminous Roadways for the Roseville and Maplewood Libraries Mill and Overlay project, allocate state affordable housing aid to emerging and diverse developers, and adopt lease and service agreements for county facilities. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and a library advisory board appointment.

• Approve $268,275 agreement with Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for Roseville and Maplewood Libraries Mill and Overlay project (Jan 13 – Dec 31 2026)
• Allocate State Affordable Housing Aid to projects selected in the 2025 Emerging and Diverse Developers solicitation
• Accept $1,890,775 grant from the Metropolitan Council for Legacy Amendment Parks and Trails Fund projects (FY 2026, July 1 2025 – June 30 2029)
• Approve lease of 546 Rice Street, Saint Paul, to Tiger Investments, LLC through Dec 31 2028 with one renewal option
• Approve single‑source agreement with Children’s HealthCare Corporation for supportive services (Jan 13 2026 – Mar 31 2030)

Regional Railroad Authority

This is a procedural meeting of the Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority. Members will vote on a chair, vice-chair, and secretary/treasurer for 2026 and approve appointments to outside committees. No substantive policy or corridor updates are listed on the agenda.

• Election of chair for 2026
• Election of vice-chair for 2026
• Election of secretary/treasurer for 2026
• Approval of appointments to outside committees for 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and the December 16, 2025 minutes. Commissioners will elect a chair and vice‑chair for 2026, adopt new rules of procedure, and make appointments to standing committees, outside boards, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and the Regional Railroad Authority. The board will also cancel a list of scheduled meetings and award a contract to Press Publications, Inc. for official newspaper publications at specified rates.

• Approve the agenda for the January 6, 2026 meeting (2026-001).
• Elect the Chair and Vice‑Chair for 2026 (2026-003, 2026-004).
• Adopt new Rules of Procedure for 2026, superseding prior resolutions (2026-005).
• Approve appointments to standing committees, outside boards, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and the Regional Railroad Authority (2026-006 to 2026-009).
• Award a contract to Press Publications, Inc. for official newspaper publications at $7.05 per column inch (Vadnais Heights Press) and $17.73 per column inch (White Bear Press) (2026-012).

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority will convene to approve its agenda and prior meeting minutes, then elect a chair, vice-chair, and secretary for the 2026 term. No substantive policy decisions or financial actions are scheduled.

• Election of chair for 2026 (item 3)
• Election of vice-chair for 2026 (item 4)
• Election of secretary for 2026 (item 5)