Ramsey County, MN
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👤 Members & officials (19)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Commissioners
- Ortega — Commissioner
- McGuire — Commissioner
- Xiong — Commissioner
- Moran — Commissioner
- Frethem — Commissioner
- Reinhardt — Commissioner
- Jebens-Singh — Commissioner
- Miller — Commissioner
- McMurtrey — Commissioner
- Martinson — Commissioner
Who’s on the Regional Railroad Authority
- McGuire
- Frethem
- Reinhardt
- Ortega
- Moran
- Xiong
- Martinson
- Miller
- McMurtrey
Municipal budget
Total revenue$1.02B (FY2023)
Total spending$702.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$436.8M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$189.6M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,293 (FY2023)
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Budget Committee of the Whole
Committee reviews 2027 supplemental budget for Health and Wellness
The Ramsey County Budget Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2027 Supplemental Budget and Performance Measures for the Health and Wellness Service Team. This is the only item listed on the agenda for the September 1, 2026 meeting.
- Health and Wellness Service Team 2027 Supplemental Budget and Performance Measures (Item 2026-336)
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Budget Committee of the Whole
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
September 1, 2026 - 1 p.m.
1.
Health and Wellness Service Team 2027 Supplemental Budget and
Performance Measures
2026-336
Sponsors: Health and Wellness
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
Ramsey County approves $150,000 settlement and $200,000 fund transfer for redevelopment
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners will vote on a $150,000 legal settlement and a $200,000 internal fund transfer to support the Building Stronger Together initiative. The board will also approve multi-year agreements for emergency services and election recounts, and authorize a grant application for courthouse security. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons project.
- Approve $150,000 settlement agreement in Felicia Marie Wilson v. Ramsey County
- Transfer $75,000 from Boys Totem Town and $125,000 from Maplewood Properties to Redevelopment Implementation Project
- Apply for $350,000 Safe and Secure Courthouse Initiative Grant
- Approve Joint Powers Agreement with Metropolitan Emergency Services Board for 2027-2031
- Approve Joint Powers Agreement with State of Minnesota for election recount services through Dec 31, 2026
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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Saint Paul, MN 55102
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Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
September 1, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1.
Agenda of September 1, 2026 is Presented for Approval
2026-331
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of September 1, 2026.
2.
Minutes from August 25, 2026 are Presented for Approval
2026-332
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the August 25, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3.
Settlement Agreement in Felicia Marie Wilson v. Ramsey County (Court
File No. 23-cv-01309 (KMM/SGE)
2026-328
Sponsors: Board of Commissioners
1. Approve the settlement agreement with Felicia Marie Wilson in Felicia Marie Wilson v.
Ramsey County (Court File No. 23-cv-01309 (KMM/SGE)), totaling $150,000 and other
non-monetary terms.
2. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the settlement agreement.
4.
Joint Powers Agreement with the State of Minnesota for Election Recount
Services
2026-304
Sponsors: Property Tax, Records & Election Services
1. Approve the joint powers agreements with the state of Minnesota for election recount
services for the period upon execution through December 31, 2026.
2. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the joint powers agreement.
5.
Fund Transfer from Boys Totem Town and Maplewood Properties to
Redevelopment Implementation Project
2026-305
Sponsors: Community & Economic Development
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Board of Commissioners
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Budget Committee of the Whole
County reviews 2027 supplemental budget for economic growth team
The Budget Committee of the Whole is discussing the Economic Growth and Community Investment Service Team's 2027 supplemental budget and performance measures (item 2026-338). This is a review and discussion item, not a final decision.
- 2027 supplemental budget for Economic Growth and Community Investment Service Team
- Performance measures for the service team
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Budget Committee of the Whole
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
September 3, 2026 - 9 a.m.
1.
Economic Growth and Community Investment Service Team 2027
Supplemental Budget and Performance Measures
2026-338
Sponsors: Economic Growth and Community Investment
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Budget Committee of the Whole
Safety and Justice 2027 supplemental budget and performance measures reviewed
The Budget Committee of the Whole is discussing the Safety and Justice Service Team's 2027 supplemental budget and performance measures. This is a review and discussion item, not a final decision.
- Safety and Justice Service Team 2027 Supplemental Budget and Performance Measures (item 2026-335)
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Budget Committee of the Whole
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
September 10, 2026 - 9 a.m.
1.
Safety and Justice Service Team 2027 Supplemental Budget and
Performance Measures
2026-335
Sponsors: Safety and Justice
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Fri Aug 28, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Budget Committee of the Whole
County Operations 2027 supplemental budget and performance measures reviewed
The Budget Committee of the Whole is discussing the County Operations Service Team's 2027 supplemental budget and performance measures, as outlined in item 2026-339. This is a review and discussion item, not a final decision.
- 2027 supplemental budget for County Operations Service Team
- Performance measures for County Operations Service Team
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
📹 From the video · 5h 31m
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Budget Committee of the Whole
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 28, 2026 - 9 a.m.
1.
County Operations Service Team 2027 Supplemental Budget and
Performance Measures
2026-339
Sponsors: County Operations
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Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Budget Committee of the Whole
County reviews 2027 supplemental budget for Community Services
The Ramsey County Budget Committee of the Whole is discussing the Community Services & Supports Service Team's 2027 supplemental budget and performance measures. This is a review and discussion item, not a final decision. No specific dollar amounts or program details are listed in the agenda.
- 2027 supplemental budget for Community Services & Supports Service Team
- Performance measures for Community Services & Supports
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
📹 From the video · 3h 28m
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Budget Committee of the Whole
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 27, 2026 - 1 p.m.
1.
Community Services & Supports Service Team 2027 Supplemental Budget
and Performance Measures
2026-337
Sponsors: Community Service & Supports
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Board Workshop / Discussion
County board to review projected 2027 property tax impact
The Ramsey County Board is holding a workshop to discuss the projected impact of 2027 taxes payable. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and no other business is on the agenda.
- Workshop on projected impact of 2027 taxes payable (item 2026-296)
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 25, 2026 - 10:30 a.m.
WORKSHOP
1.
Projected Impact - 2027 Taxes Payable
2026-296
Sponsors: Property Tax, Records & Election Services
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
County board to approve $150,000 settlement in lawsuit
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a $150,000 settlement in a lawsuit filed by Felicia Marie Wilson, along with other non-monetary terms. The board will also receive a presentation on the 2027 supplemental budget and performance measures, and will approve the meeting agenda and prior minutes.
- Settlement agreement in Felicia Marie Wilson v. Ramsey County (Court File No. 23-cv-01309) totaling $150,000
- Presentation of the 2027 Supplemental Budget and Performance Measures (for information only)
- Approval of the August 25, 2026 agenda
- Approval of the August 18, 2026 minutes
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
📹 From the video · 1h 52m
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 25, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1.
Agenda of August 25, 2026 is Presented for Approval
2026-321
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of August 25, 2026.
2.
Minutes from August 18, 2026 are Presented for Approval
2026-322
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the August 18, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3.
Settlement Agreement in Felicia Marie Wilson v. Ramsey County (Court
File No. 23-cv-01309 (KMM/SGE)
2026-328
Sponsors: Board of Commissioners
1. Approve the settlement agreement with Felicia Marie Wilson in Felicia Marie Wilson v.
Ramsey County (Court File No. 23-cv-01309 (KMM/SGE)), totaling $150,000 and other
non-monetary terms.
2. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the settlement agreement.
POLICY ITEM
4.
Presentation of the 2027 Supplemental Budget and Performance Measures
2026-324
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
None. For Information Only.
COUNTY CONNECTIONS
OUTSIDE BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
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Board of Commissioners
Agenda
August 25, 2026
BOARD CHAIR UPDATE
ADJOURNMENT
Following County Board Meeting:
Board Workshop: Projected Impact - 2027 Taxes Payable
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
10:30 a.m. (est.)
Advance Notice:
September 01, 2026 County board meeting – Council Chambers
September 08, 2026 County board meeting – Council Chambers
Septe …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-321 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-322 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Election prep update for 2026
The Ramsey County Board is holding a workshop to receive an update on preparations for the 2026 elections, presented by Property Tax, Records & Election Services. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.
- Update on 2026 election preparations (item 2026-240)
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Courthouse Room 220
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All righty. Welcome, everyone, to the Ramsey County Board Workshop. Today's workshop is titled Update on the Preparations for the Elections in 2026. Cur rency reminder that this board workshop is recorded and is live streamed on Zoom webinar. There will be no votes taken during this workshop, but let's start with introductions of commission ers and then presenters around the table, and then we'll do the rest of the room. I'll kick off. Here 's McMurtry, Commissioner, District 3. Kelly Miller, Commissioner, District 7. David Triplett, Deputy Director of the Property Tax Records and Election Services Department. Tracy West, Director of Petras, County Auditor. Lynn Becker, County Manager. Rita Morin, Commissioner, District 4. Tara Jevonson, Commissioner, District 1. Mary Jo McGuire, Commissioner, District 2. Raphael Antetia, District 5. Mai Changshan, Commissioner, District 6. I'm Florence Farron, I'm here. Christy Cox, County Administ rator's Office. Sorry, Joe Weaver, Director of Government Relations. Steve Brant Adam, Government Relations. Steve Brant Adam, Government Relations. Steve Brant Adam, Government Relations. Steve Brant Adam, Government Relations. We'll start. Right. Right. Right. So. Jamie Gillis, District 4. Mary Jo Malachi, I live in District 2. Marty Malachi, District 2. White District 2. Bill Strait, District 1. Julie Warner, District 5. Tom Hanley, Elections Administrator. Thanks, Karen. Hillary Hunt, Election Administrator. Kim Nelson, Elections Administrator …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220
August 18, 2026 - 10:30 a.m.
WORKSHOP
1.
Update on the Preparations for the Elections in 2026
2026-240
Sponsors: Property Tax, Records & Election Services
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
County board to approve METRO Bronze Line BRT engineering grant agreement
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative items, including a capital grant agreement with the Metropolitan Council for the engineering phase of the METRO Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit project, a joint powers agreement for election recount services, and a personnel increase in the Financial Assistance Services department. The meeting also includes workshops on election preparation and child welfare legislation.
- Approve Capital Grant Agreement with Metropolitan Council for METRO Bronze Line BRT engineering phase
- Approve joint powers agreement with State of Minnesota for election recount services through Dec 31, 2026
- Increase Financial Assistance Services staff by 16.5 FTE Eligibility Specialists and 1 Supervisor
- Transfer up to $363,263 from General Contingency to Financial Assistance Services operating budget
- Board workshops on Elections 2.0 and Minnesota African American Family Preservation Act
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✓ Decided: Board approves METRO Bronze Line BRT engineering grant agreement
The Ramsey County Board approved a capital grant agreement with the Metropolitan Council for the engineering phase of the METRO Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit Project, authorizing the Chair and County Manager to execute related agreements. The board also increased the Financial Assistance Services personnel complement by 17.5 FTE positions and transferred $363,263 from the General Contingency Account to fund House Resolution 1 implementation. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved capital grant agreement for METRO Bronze Line BRT engineering (unanimous)
- Authorized Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the grant agreement (unanimous)
- Authorized County Manager to enter into related agreements within funding limits (unanimous)
- Approved 16.5 FTE Eligibility Specialists increase in Financial Assistance Services (unanimous)
- Approved 1 FTE Eligibility Specialists Supervisor increase (unanimous)
- Authorized transfer of $363,263 from General Contingency to Financial Assistance Services (unanimous)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
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Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 18, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1.
Agenda of August 18, 2026 is Presented for Approval
2026-302
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of August 18, 2026.
2.
Minutes from August 11, 2026 are Presented for Approval
2026-303
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the August 11, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3.
Capital Grant Agreement with Metropolitan Council for the Engineering
Phase of the METRO Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit Project
2026-285
Sponsors: Public Works
1. Approve the Capital Grant Agreement for Engineering between the Metropolitan
Council, Ramsey County, and the Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority for the
METRO Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit Project.
2. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the agreement.
3. Authorize the County Manager to enter into agreements and execute amendments to
agreements, in accordance with procurement policies and procedures, provided the
amounts are within the limits of funding.
4.
Joint Powers Agreement with the State of Minnesota for Election Recount
Services
2026-304
Sponsors: Property Tax, Records & Election Services
1. Approve the joint powers agreements with the state of Minnesota for election recount
services for the period upon execution through December 31, 2026.
2. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 18, 2026 - 9 a.m.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:01 a.m. with the following
members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Xiong and Chair Ortega. Also
present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil Division Director, Ramsey County
Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Present:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Presented by Commissioner Moran.
1.
Agenda of August 18, 2026 is Presented for Approval
2026-302
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of August 18, 2026.
Motion by Moran, seconded by McGuire. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Aye:
2.
Minutes from August 11, 2026 are Presented for Approval
2026-303
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the August 11, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by McGuire, seconded by Jebens-Singh. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Aye:
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3.
Capital Grant Agreement with Metropolitan Council for the Engineering Phase
of the METRO Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit Project
2026-285
Sponsors: Public Works
1. Approve the Capital Grant Agreement for Engineering between the Metropolitan
Council, Ramsey County, and the Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority for th …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-302 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-303 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-283 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-285 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 1:30 PM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Board workshop on African American Family Preservation Act implementation
The Ramsey County Board is holding a workshop to discuss the Minnesota African American Family Preservation & Child Welfare Disproportionality Act, focusing on moving from legislation to practice. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.
- Workshop on Minnesota African American Family Preservation & Child Welfare Disproportionality Act (2026-287)
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Courthouse Room 220
📹 From the video · 1h 42m
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Are you ready? Yeah, yeah. All right. We ready? Welcome to Ramsey County Board Workshop. Today's workshop is titled the Minnesota African-American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act from Legislation to Practice. Courtesy reminder that this board workshop is recorded and it is live streamed on Zoom webinar. There will be no votes taken during this workshop. Let's start with introduction of commissioners and presenters around the table and then the rest of the room. Kelly Miller, Ramsey County, Commissioner District 7. Harrison McMurtry, Commissioner District 3. Mike Hansha, Commissioner District 6. Mary Jo McGuire, Commissioner District 2. Tara Jevansay, Commissioner District 1. Marina Moran, Commissioner District 4. Ralph Paolo, Tinker District 5. Blinkbecker, County Manager. Social Services Director, Sophia Thompson. Children and Family Services Deputy Director, Bobby Jo Potter. Nikki Newman, Manager, Child Protection. Yeah. So, who is it? Florence Farina, I'm going to be Chief Clancy. Befie Brande, I'm President of Relation. Leo Moreno, Ramsey County, Chief of Staff Office. the staff. Little Lindsey, I'm going to be Chief Clancy. I'm going to be Chief Clancy. I'm going to just go around the room. Matt, you want to go next? Sure. Matt Freeman, Governor of Relation. First Part of Public Government Relations Specialist. Katie Olinay and Social Services Deputy Director for Aging and Disability Services. Fair to take Planning Specialist, Aging and Disab …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220
August 18, 2026 - 1:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP
1.
Minnesota African American Family Preservation & Child Welfare
Disproportionality Act: From Legislation to Practice
2026-287
Sponsors: Social Services
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Regional Railroad Authority
Rail authority to approve METRO Bronze Line engineering grant agreement
The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority is meeting to approve several administrative items, including a capital grant agreement for the engineering phase of the METRO Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit Project, a $2.5 million fund balance transfer for the RiversEdge project, and a $30,000 funding request for a transit research program. The agenda also includes approval of the meeting agenda and prior minutes.
- Capital Grant Agreement with Metropolitan Council for METRO Bronze Line BRT engineering phase
- Transfer up to $2,500,000 from fund balance for RiversEdge land survey, title work, and legal assistance
- Approve $30,000 expenditure for Transit Impacts Research Program 2026
- Approve agenda and minutes from May 19, 2026
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
📹 From the video · 9m
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Regional Railroad Authority
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 18, 2026 - 10 a.m.
ROLL CALL
1.
Agenda of August 18, 2026 is Presented for Approval
2026-300
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of August 18, 2026.
2.
Minutes from May 19, 2026 are Presented for Approval
2026-301
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the May 19, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3.
Capital Grant Agreement with Metropolitan Council and Ramsey County
Regional Railroad Authority for the Engineering Phase of the METRO
Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit Project
2026-286
Sponsors: Public Works
1. Approve the Capital Grant Agreement for Engineering between the Metropolitan
Council, Ramsey County and the Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority for the
METRO Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit Project.
2. Authorize the Chair to execute the Agreement.
3. Authorize the County Manager to enter into agreements and execute amendments to
agreements, in accordance with procurement policies and procedures, provided the
amounts are within the limits of funding.
4.
Fund Balance Transfer for Completion of Land Survey, Title Work and
Legal Assistance for RiversEdge
2026-280
Sponsors: Public Works, Community & Economic Development
1. Authorize the County Manager to transfer up to $2,500,000 from Ramsey County
Regional Railroad Authority fund balance to the Ramsey County Regional Railroad
Authority capital fund for completi …
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-300 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-301 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-280 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-282 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-286 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 10:15 AM
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
HRA to approve $879,000 in HOME funds for affordable homeownership
The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, and to consider a significant administrative item. The main action is approving substantial amendments to prior years' annual action plans to obligate $879,000 in HOME funds for affordable owner-occupied housing projects. The board will also authorize the County Manager to enter into related agreements.
- Approve amended 2022-2025 CDBG-HOME Annual Action Plans
- Obligate $879,000 in HOME funds for affordable homeownership construction and preservation
- Authorize County Manager to execute loan or other agreements
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
📹 From the video · 3m
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 18, 2026 - 10:15 a.m.
ROLL CALL
1.
Agenda of August 18, 2026 is Presented for Approval
2026-298
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of August 18, 2026.
2.
Minutes from July 7, 2026 are Presented for Approval
2026-299
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the July 7, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3.
Substantial Amendments to Previous Years’ Annual Action Plans to
Obligate HOME Funding for Affordable Homeownership Projects.
2026-290
Sponsors: Community & Economic Development
1. Approve the amended 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 Community Development Block
Grant- HOME Investment Partnerships Act Annual Action Plans/Proposed Uses of
Funds.
2. Approve the obligation of HOME Investment Partnerships Act funds for recommended
projects and funding amounts for construction and preservation of affordable
owner-occupied housing in the amount of $879,000.
3. Authorize the County Manager to enter into necessary loan or other agreements in a
manner consistent with local and federal regulations and requirements in a form
approved by the County Attorney’s Office.
BOARD CHAIR UPDATE
ADJOURNMENT
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-298 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-299 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-290 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
County board to approve $2.4M Arden Hills drain project, appointments
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners will vote on several administrative items, including a $2.4 million budget for the Arden Hills Subsurface Drain Restoration project, appointments to various boards and commissions, and a change to the Parks and Recreation Commission's size. The board will also receive a presentation on House Resolution 1 implementation regarding operational readiness, service delivery, and staffing needs, which is for information and discussion only. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss the sale of 97 Moore St., St. Paul.
- Approve $2,400,000 budget for Arden Hills Subsurface Drain Restoration, with $1.3M from Property Management fund balance and $1.1M from bond interest
- Appoint Kendall Bobula as Director of Emergency Management Department
- Increase Parks and Recreation Commission from 7 to 9 at-large members with staggered terms, rescinding Resolution 99-250
- Appoint Samantha Wicks to Personnel Review Board (term through 2030)
- Appoint three incumbents to Capitol Region Watershed District Board of Managers
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✓ Decided: Board approves $2.4M Arden Hills drain project, appoints emergency director
The Ramsey County Board approved a $2.4 million budget and financing plan for the Arden Hills Subsurface Drain Restoration project, including transfers from fund balance and bond interest. The board also appointed Kendall Bobula as Director of Emergency Management, made several board and committee appointments, and expanded the Parks & Recreation Commission from seven to nine members. A closed meeting authorized staff to proceed on real property matters regarding 97 Moore Street.
- Approved $2.4M Arden Hills Subsurface Drain Restoration project budget and financing plan (6-0)
- Appointed Kendall Bobula as Director of Emergency Management (6-0)
- Expanded Parks & Recreation Commission from 7 to 9 members with staggered terms (6-0)
- Appointed Samantha Wicks to Personnel Review Board (6-0)
- Reappointed three members to Capitol Region Watershed District Board (6-0)
- Reappointed three members to Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee (6-0)
- Authorized staff to proceed on 97 Moore Street property in closed session (6-0)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
📹 From the video · 1h 45m
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 11, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1.
Agenda of August 11, 2026 is Presented for Approval
2026-291
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of August 11, 2026.
2.
Minutes from August 4, 2026 are Presented for Approval
2026-292
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the August 4, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3.
Appointment to the Personnel Review Board
2026-281
Sponsors: Human Resources
Appoint Samantha Wicks to the Personnel Review Board for a four-year term beginning August
11, 2026 and ending August 1, 2030.
4.
Appointments to the Capitol Region Watershed District Board of Managers
2026-258
Sponsors: Board of Commissioners
Appoint the following individuals to the Capitol Region Watershed District Board of Managers
for a term beginning October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2029:
·
Hawona Sullivan Janzen (incumbent)
·
Joseph P. Collins (incumbent)
·
Rick Sanders (incumbent)
5.
Appointments to the Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee
2026-294
Sponsors: Finance
Appoint the following candidates to the Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee for
terms that begin August 30, 2026, and end August 30, 2028:
1. Niko Le Mieux (District 4) - Incumbent
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Board of Commissioners
Agenda
August 11, 2026
2. Clarence Patterson (District 6) - Incumbent
3. Mazel McCoy-Anderson …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 11, 2026 - 9 a.m.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:03 a.m. with the following
members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, Miller, Moran, and Chair Ortega. Commissioner Xiong
missed Roll Call and arrived at 9:04 a.m. during the Land Acknowledgement. Commissioner
McMurtrey was excused. Also present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil
Division Director, Ramsey County Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Present:
McMurtrey
Excused:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Presented by Commissioner Miller.
1.
Agenda of August 11, 2026 is Presented for Approval
2026-291
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of August 11, 2026.
Motion by Moran, seconded by Miller. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Aye:
McMurtrey
Excused:
2.
Minutes from August 4, 2026 are Presented for Approval
2026-292
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the August 4, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Moran, seconded by Miller. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Aye:
McMurtrey
Excused:
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3.
Appointment to the Personnel Review Board
2026-281
Sponsors: Human Resources
Appoint Samantha Wicks to the Personnel Review Board for a four-year term beginning
August 11, 2026 and ending Augu …
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🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-291 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-292 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-258 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-281 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-274 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-263 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-247 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-294 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
Board considers over $8 million in affordable housing aid and social service fee changes
The Board of Commissioners will vote on funding for affordable housing projects and a technology project for Teams Rooms. The meeting includes a review of the Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Master Plan and proposed changes to social services fees.
- Obligation of $8,194,000 in Local Affordable Housing Aid and $436,475 in State Affordable Housing Aid
- Budget and financing plan for Teams Rooms Technology project up to $500,000
- Amendment to the agreement with Minnesota Housing Finance Agency for $5,281,093
- Proposed rate changes for Mental Health services and new fee schedule for Guardianship services
- Approval of the amended Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Master Plan
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✓ Decided: Ramsey County approves $8.6M in affordable housing aid
The board approved obligating $436,475 in state and $8,194,000 in local affordable housing aid for preservation and construction projects, and approved a $5,281,093 amendment for the Family Homelessness Prevention and Assistance Program. It also adopted a resolution affirming support for people experiencing homelessness and directing the County Manager to expand outreach, shelter capacity, and housing stability efforts, including coordination with Saint Paul on encampment closures. All votes were unanimous among the six commissioners present; Commissioner McMurtrey was excused.
- Approved $500,000 budget for Teams Rooms Technology project (6-0)
- Approved changes to Social Services fees for Mental Health and Guardianship services (6-0)
- Approved amended Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Master Plan (6-0)
- Approved obligation of $436,475 in State Affordable Housing Aid (6-0)
- Approved obligation of $8,194,000 in Local Affordable Housing Aid (6-0)
- Approved $5,281,093 amendment for Family Homelessness Prevention and Assistance Program (6-0)
- Adopted resolution on response to encampment closures in Saint Paul (6-0)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
📹 From the video · 2h 0m
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300August 4, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1. Agenda of August 4, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-276
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of August 4, 2026.
2. Minutes from July 28, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-277
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the July 28, 2026 Minutes.
PROCLAMATION
3. Proclamation: Child Support Awareness Month 2026-267
Sponsors: County Attorney's Office
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
4. Project Budget and Financing Plan for Teams Rooms Technology Project 2026-261
Sponsors: Property Management
1. Accept and approve the project budget and financing plan for the Teams Room
Technology project in an amount up to $500,000.
2. Authorize the County Manager to account for the Teams Rooms Technology project as
a budgeted project in Property Management.
3. Authorize the County Manager to transfer up to $500,000 from the Capital Projects
Fund Holding Project to the Team Rooms Technology project for project activities.
5. Amendment to Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Master Plan 2026-248
Sponsors: Community & Economic Development
Approve the amended Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Master Plan.
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Board of Commissioners Agenda August 4, 2026
6. Obligation of 2026 State Affordable Housing Aid for Housing Development
Projects
2026-269
Sponsors: Community & Economic Devel …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
August 4, 2026 - 9 a.m.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:05 a.m. with the following
members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, Miller, Moran, Xiong and Chair Ortega. Commissioner
McMurtrey was excused. Also present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil
Division Director, Ramsey County Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Present:
McMurtrey
Excused:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Presented by Commissioner McGuire.
1.
Agenda of August 4, 2026 is Presented for Approval
2026-276
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of August 4, 2026.
Motion by Jebens-Singh, seconded by Miller. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Aye:
McMurtrey
Excused:
2.
Minutes from July 28, 2026 are Presented for Approval
2026-277
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the July 28, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Miller, seconded by Xiong. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Aye:
McMurtrey
Excused:
PROCLAMATION
3.
Proclamation: Child Support Awareness Month
2026-267
Sponsors: County Attorney's Office
Presented by Commissioner Miller. Discussion can be found on archived video.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
4.
Project Budget and Financing Plan for Teams Rooms Technology Project
2026-261
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Sponso …
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🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-276 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-277 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-248 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-268 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-269 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-273 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-261 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-266 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-297 — approved
6 yea · 1 present
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey present · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Board to hold workshop on Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit
The Ramsey County Board will conduct a workshop regarding the Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit project. This session is sponsored by Public Works.
- Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit Workshop 2026-264
transitpublic-workstransportationbronze-line
Courthouse Room 220
📹 From the video · 58m
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We are going to start with fun information. Welcome to the Ransom County Board Workshop. Today's workshop is titled Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit. And a courtesy reminder that this board workshop is recorded and it is live streamed on Zoom webinar so people can be watching us. There will be no votes taken during the workshop. And then we'll start with the introduction of commissioners and presenters around the table and then we'll proceed with the rest of the room. So I will start with Commissioner Mary Jo McGuire, Commissioner of District 2. Tara Jevonson, Commissioner of District 1. Raina Moran, Commissioner of District 4. Lanebacker, car manager. Browns and public works director. Stephen Smith, Senior Transportation Planner and Bronze Line Project Manager. Jennifer Jordan, Manager of Transit and Multimodal. Mike Rogers, Deputy Director for Public Works, Multimodal Planning. Kelly Miller, Commissioner of District 7. Kept going there. I just stopped. Mai Chang Chang, Commissioner of District 6. Right. That's perfect. Someone back there. Yeah. Harry Collins, Deputy County Manager, Economic Growth and Community Investment. And why don't you tell us about the 100-year cooking? That's perfect. We brought those in. It's unrelated to the topic. But they're doing an internal celebration to celebrate $100 million invested over the last five years in affordable housing. Woo-hoo! It's not released in two weeks. It's coming. Okay. It's coming. Just cookies now. Yes. Oh, just cookies. B …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220August 4, 2026 - 10:30 a.m.
WORKSHOP
1. Bronze Line Bus Rapid Transit Workshop 2026-264
Sponsors: Public Works
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 1:30 PM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Board to discuss Community Health Improvement Plan and Assessment
The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the Community Health Improvement Plan and Community Health Assessment for 2026-27. This is a discussion item, not a vote. No other business is listed.
- Discussion of Community Health Improvement Plan and Community Health Assessment 2026-27 (sponsored by Public Health)
public-healthhealth-assessmentcommunity-planningworkshop
Courthouse Room 220
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Okay. I will officially call our afternoon board workshop to order. Today's workshop will be a presentation on the community health improvement plan and the community health assessment. Again, this is a courtesy reminder that this board workshop recorded and it is live streamed on the Zoom webinar. There will be no votes taken during this workshop. So with that said, let's do an introduction of the folks at the table and in the audience. And then I will just say a few things about prepping us for this or level setting us and then just handing it over to you all to walk us through . So I'm Mai Chong Chong, Ramsey County Commissioner for District 6. Yes, Mike Markford, Commissioner of District 3. Amy Karen, St. Paul Ramsey County Public Health Director. Aisha Gregory Small, Planning Manager of St. Paul Public Health. Bella Green, Planning Specialist at St. Paul Ramsey County Public Health. And dear Abby, District County Manager of Health and Wellness Service. Runnbecker, County Manager. Rita Morin, Commissioner of District 4. Tara Jevenson, Commissioner of District 1. Mary Jo McGuire, Commissioner of District 2. I'm Chris Ida. I'm Clemens Farin. I'm here at the Chief. Christy Fox, Planning Planning Manager's Office. Patricia Wood, Dermalium. Humanization, Community Relations Agency. I'm Ashka Law, and firm principal and intensity of the mission of justice. Carissa Delaun, Office of the Chief of Staff. Matt Franklin, Government Relations Specialist. Tom Walton, Planning Speciali …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220July 28, 2026 - 1:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP
1. Community Health Improvement Plan and Community Health Assessment 2026-272
Sponsors: Public Health
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Workforce Forward: discussing talent attraction, retention and promotion
The Ramsey County Board is holding a workshop to discuss a workforce initiative focused on evolving how the county attracts, retains, and promotes talent. No votes or decisions are scheduled—this is a discussion-only session.
- Committee of the Whole workshop on 'Workforce Forward: The Evolution of Talent Attraction, Retention and Promotion' (sponsored by Human Resources)
workforcehuman-resourcestalent-managementcounty-government
Courthouse Room 220
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So it does. All right, I'm going to call us to order today as we are running a little late in our schedule. It's just after 11. Welcome to the Ramsey County Board Workshop. Today's workshop will be a presentation on Workforce Forward, the Evolution of Talent, Attraction, Retention, and Promotions. Put us a reminder that this board workshop is recorded and it's live streamed on a Zoom webinar. There'll be no votes taken during this workshop. Let's start with introductions of commissioners and presenters around the table and then the rest of the room. I am Tara Jevinson, Commissioner of District 1. Mary Jo McGuire, Commissioner of District 2. Raphael Ortega, Commissioner of District 5. Naitan Sean, Commissioner of District 6. Harrison McMurtry, Commissioner of District 3. Abigail Jalea, Deputy Director, Chair. Patient Services, CHRO. Alex Kutts, Chief Operating Officer. Killingbecker, County Manager. Kristen Schultz, HR Deputy Director. Miranda Harrison, Division Director, Labor Relations. Shane, I'm going to see you playing for a second. Mary Jo, Chief of Staff. Jason Patton, Mr. Spaggna. Pardon me, Josh, for running the public from Branty District 2. Welcome. Yeah, welcome. We are at the Department of Management Health and Learning Services. Christy Kopp's Planning, County Manager's Office. Roland Adonaling, Admin Director. And do we have anybody online? Alrighty. Alright, since 2019, Talent Attraction Retention Promotion, or TARP, has served as Ramsey County Workforce Strate …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220July 28, 2026 - 10:30 a.m.
WORKSHOP
1. Committee of the Whole - Workforce Forward: The Evolution of Talent
Attraction, Retention and Promotion
2026-186
Sponsors: Human Resources
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
Board considers staffing increase and $1 million for Adult Detention Center
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners will review requests to increase personnel at the Adult Detention Center and approve a deer management plan. The board is also considering the acceptance of ongoing maintenance funding from the Metropolitan Council.
- Increase Adult Detention Center staff by 23.0 FTE Correctional Officers, 1.0 FTE Community Service Officer, and 8.0 FTE Unfunded Correctional Officers
- Transfer up to $1 million from the General Contingency Account to the Sheriff’s Office 2026 operating budget
- Approval of the 2026 Cooperative Deer Management Plan
- Acceptance of annual Operations and Maintenance funding from the Metropolitan Council
- Appointments of five individuals to the Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County
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✓ Decided: Board approves emergency shelter agreement and Adult Detention Center staffing increase
The Board approved a joint powers agreement with the City of Saint Paul for emergency shelters and authorized a personnel increase for the Adult Detention Center. Other actions included approving the 2026 Cooperative Deer Management Plan and appointing members to the Workforce Innovation Board.
- Approved Joint Powers Agreement with City of Saint Paul for emergency shelters and $1,080,000 in reimbursement (7-0)
- Approved increase of 23.0 FTE Correctional Officers, 1.0 FTE Community Service Officer, and 8.0 FTE Unfunded Correctional Officers at Adult Detention Center (7-0)
- Authorized transfer of up to $1 million from General Contingency Account to Sheriff’s Office 2026 operating budget (7-0)
- Approved 2026 Cooperative Deer Management Plan (7-0)
- Authorized County Manager to accept Operations and Maintenance funding from Metropolitan Council (7-0)
- Appointed Tami Cybulski, Ethel Garcia, Jennifer Germain, Fidelity Goodlaxson, and John Perlich to the Workforce Innovation Board (7-0)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300July 28, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1. Agenda of July 28, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-270
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of July 28, 2026.
2. Minutes from July 14, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-271
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the July 14, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3. Appointments to the Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County 2026-257
Sponsors: Workforce Solutions
Appoint the following individuals to serve on the Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County
for a term beginning on August 1, 2026 and ending on July 31, 2028:
· Tami Cybulski (incumbent) Business
· Ethel Garcia (incumbent) Business
· Jennifer Germain (incumbent) One-Stop Partner
· Fidelity Goodlaxson (incumbent) Community-Based Organization
· John Perlich (incumbent) Business
4. Ramsey County 2026 Cooperative Deer Management Plan 2026-255
Sponsors: Parks & Recreation
Approve the Ramsey County Cooperative Deer Management Plan for 2026.
5. Acceptance of Operations and Maintenance Funding from Metropolitan
Council
2026-254
Sponsors: Parks & Recreation
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Board of Commissioners Agenda July 28, 2026
1. Authorize the County Manager to accept Operations and Maintenance funds each year
from the Metropolitan Council.
2. Authorize the County Manager to use the Regional Rehabilitation pro …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300July 28, 2026 - 9 a.m.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:02 a.m. with the following
members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Moran, Xiong and Chair Ortega.
Commissioner Miller joined the board meeting remotely pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 13D.02,
Subdivision 2. Also present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil Division
Director, Ramsey County Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongPresent:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Presented by Commissioner Jebens-Singh.
1. Agenda of July 28, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-270
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of July 28, 2026.
Commissioner Moran motioned to amend the agenda to add RBA 2026-284: Joint Powers
Agreement with the City of Saint Paul for Emergency Shelters, seconded by McMurtrey. Motion
passed.
Commissioner Ortega motioned to amend the agenda to move County Connections to
immediately follow the approval of the agenda and minutes, seconded by McMurtrey. Motion
passed.
Motion by Moran, seconded by Xiong. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
2. Minutes from July 14, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-271
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the July 14, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Moran, secon …
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🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-270 — approved as amended
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-271 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-254 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-255 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-257 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-262 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-284 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
Board to vote on $675,000 in crime prevention grants and fee updates
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)
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✓ Decided: Board approves multiple grants and updates public health and sheriff fee schedules
The Board of Commissioners approved several grant agreements for toxicology testing and crime prevention, updated fee schedules for public health and the sheriff's office, and amended the Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Master Plan.
- Approved $125,000 grant for illicit drug toxicology testing and surveillance (7-0)
- Approved additions and changes to Public Health fees for telehealth and one vaccine (7-0)
- Approved $261,600 joint powers agreement for Criminal Justice Data Communications Network (7-0)
- Approved updated fee schedule for sheriff's office security and civil process services (7-0)
- Approved amended Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant Master Plan (7-0)
- Approved two grants from MN Dept of Public Safety for crime prevention totaling $675,000 (7-0)
- Authorized staff to proceed with actions discussed in closed meeting regarding elections (7-0)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300July 14, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1. Agenda of July 14, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-249
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of July 14, 2026.
2. Minutes from July 07, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-250
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the July 07, 2026 Minutes.
PROCLAMATION
3. Proclamation: Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week 2026-246
Sponsors: Community Corrections
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
4. Grant Agreement with the State of Minnesota Department of Health for the
Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office to Improve and Increase Illicit
Drug Toxicology Testing and Surveillance
2026-256
Sponsors: Medical Examiner
1. Accept a grant award and approve a grant agreement with the Minnesota Department of
Health to improve and increase illicit drug toxicology testing and surveillance from July
14, 2026, through August 31, 2028, in the amount of $125,000.
2. Authorize the Chair and the Chief Clerk to execute the grant agreement.
3. Authorize the County Manager to enter into agreements and execute amendments to
the agreement in accordance with the county’s procurement policies and procedures,
provide the amounts are within the limits of available funding.
4. Authorize the County Manager to establish a grant budget account in the Medical
Examiner’s Office to account for …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300July 14, 2026 - 9 a.m.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:01 a.m. with the following
members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Xiong and Chair Ortega. Also
present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil Division Director, Ramsey County
Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongPresent:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Presented by Commissioner Xiong.
1. Agenda of July 14, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-249
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of July 14, 2026.
Motion by McGuire, seconded by Jebens-Singh. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
2. Minutes from July 07, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-250
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the July 07, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Xiong, seconded by Miller. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
PROCLAMATION
3. Proclamation: Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week 2026-246
Sponsors: Community Corrections
Presented by Commissioner McMurtrey. Discussion can be found on archived video.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
4. Grant Agreement with the State of Minnesota Department of Health for the
Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office to Improve and Increa …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-249 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-250 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-217 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-256 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-238 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-041 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-259 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-265 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Board workshop on Minnesota Resource Management Draft Report 2026-245
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)
public-healthresource-managementcounty-boardworkshopdiscussion
Courthouse Room 220
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All right, everybody. Welcome to the Ramsey County Board Workshop. Today's workshop will be a presentation on the Minnesota Resource Management Draft Report. Courtesy reminder that this board workshop is recorded and it is live streamed on Zoom webinar. There will be no votes taken during this workshop. Let's start with introductions of commissioners and presenters around the table and then move to the rest of the room. Commissioner Kelly Miller, District 7. Harrison McMartre, Commissioner District 3. Mike Hanson, Commissioner District 6. Michael Baylor, Commissioner District 5. Mary Jo McGuire, Commissioner District 2. Sarah Evanson, Commissioner District 1. Raina Moran, Commissioner District 4. Ren Becker, County Manager. Sam Hall, Ramsey Washington, Executive Energy, City Director. Christa Martinson, Ramsey Washington, Executive Director. Sam Hanson, Ramsey Washington, Executive Energy, Programs Director. Nindir Raffi, District County Manager, Health and Wellness Service Team. Ah, change, I'm Minister of Planning. Stephanie Barron, Ramsey Washington, Planning Manager. Gary Collins, District County Manager, Economic Growth and Investment. Daniel Schmidt, Division Manager with Environmental Health. As it relates to this, County is Joint Activities Manager. Dan Docter's Environmental Health. I am. Matt Freeman, Government Relations Specialist. I am. Steve G. Brin, I am. Government Relations. Ray and Frank. St. Paul Ramsey County, Deputy Director. Amy Karen. St. Paul Ramsey Co …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220July 7, 2026 - 10:30 a.m.
WORKSHOP
1. Minnesota Resource Management Draft Report 2026-245
Sponsors: Public Health
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 1:30 PM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Board to discuss Opioid Response Initiative
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
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Courthouse Room 220
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Good afternoon everyone and welcome to the Ramsey County Board Workshop. This afternoon workshop will be a presentation of the county's OPIOR response initiative. Today's workshop focuses on Ramsey County response to the OPIOR epidemic, which it is, and how we are using the OPIOR settlement funds to address its impact in our community. A courtesy reminder that this board workshop is recorded and it is live streamed on a Zoom webinar. So there would be no votes taken during the workshop. So we're going to start with introductions of commissioners and presenters around the table, then the rest of the room. So I am Ray Moran, Ramsey County Commissioner, District 4. Tara Devon Thien, County Commissioner, District 1. Mayor John McGuire, Commissioner, District 2. Ralph Ayala, Commissioner, District 5. Ma Chang Zhang, Commissioner, District 6. Tara Sermichmurter, Commissioner, District 3. Kelly Miller, Commissioner, District 7. Ray Eden Frank, Deputy Director, Public Health. Amy Karen, St. Paul Ramsey County Public Health Director. New Dayer, Abbey, Deputy County Manager, Health and Wellness Service Team. Lynn Becker, County Manager. Why don't we start right here in front with the pink one. So Rachel, the supervisor of the opioid settlement team in public health. Brian, planning and evaluation analysis of opioid settlement. So then as we hear it, I'm interning the opioid settlement team. Karen Francois, Deputy County Manager for the Community Services and Supports Service Team and a …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220July 7, 2026 - 1:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP
1. Opioid Response Initiative 2026-165
Sponsors: Public Health
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Approve $1.3 million obligation for affordable housing development
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
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✓ Decided: HRA approves $1.3M for affordable housing construction
The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved obligating $1,300,000 in Pathways to Reducing Obstacles to Housing funding for affordable housing construction. The board also authorized the County Manager to enter into and amend related loan agreements. The agenda and minutes from the prior meeting were approved unanimously.
- Approved $1.3M Pathways to Reducing Obstacles to Housing funding for affordable housing construction (unanimous)
- Authorized County Manager to enter into and amend loan agreements for housing projects (unanimous)
- Approved July 7, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved June 23, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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Thank you. All right. I will call the Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting to order. Roll call, please. Jevin Singh. Here. McGuire. Here. McMurtry. Here. Miller. Moran. Ortega. Aye. And Zhang. Item number one. The agenda of July 7, 2026 is presented for approval. So moved. Second. All right. Seeing no further discussion. Roll call, please. McGuire. Aye. McMurtry. Aye. Miller. Moran. Ortega. Jevin Singh. And Zhang. Item number two. The minutes from June 23, 2026 are presented for approval. So moved. Second. All right. See no further discussion. Roll call, please. McGuire. McMurtry. Miller. Moran. Ortega. Jevin Singh. And Zhang. Item number three. The obligation of pathways to reducing obstacles to housing funding for housing development projects. I have to pull that item. Yep. Commissioner McMurtry. Thank you, Madam Chair. Yeah. I just want to give Max or Josh, whoever, some time to share a little bit more about the process of selecting the awardee here. And then there are a couple of follow-up questions that I had. And then Commissioner McMurtry, may I just ask you to move it so we can have a discussion? Yes. I move item three, obligation of pathways to reducing obstacles to housing funding for housing development projects. Second. Chair, commissioners. Today I present you the second of five board actions relating to the 2026 housing development solicitation. So on June 23rd, we brought the recommended awards for HRA levy or housing redevelopment authority levy to the …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300July 7, 2026 - 10 a.m.
ROLL CALL
1. Agenda of July 7, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-251
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of July 7, 2026.
2. Minutes from June 23, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-252
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the June 23, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3. Obligation of Pathways to Reducing Obstacles to Housing Funding for
Housing Development Projects
2026-243
Sponsors: Community & Economic Development
1. Approve the obligation of Pathways to Reducing Obstacles to Housing funding for the
construction of affordable housing in the amount of $1,300,000.
2. Authorize the County Manager to enter into the necessary loan or other agreements
and execute amendments to loans or other agreements in a manner consistent with
local regulations and requirements, in a form approved by the County Attorney’s Office.
ADJOURNMENT
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Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
July 7, 2026 - 10 a.m.
The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority met in regular session at 10:35 a.m. with
the following members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega and Chair
Xiong. Also present was Ling Becker, County Manager, and Scott Schwahn, Assistant County
Attorney, Ramsey County Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Present:
1.
Agenda of July 7, 2026 is Presented for Approval
2026-251
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of July 7, 2026.
Motion by Ortega, seconded by Miller. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Aye:
2.
Minutes from June 23, 2026 are Presented for Approval
2026-252
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the June 23, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Jebens-Singh, seconded by Miller. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and Xiong
Aye:
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3.
Obligation of Pathways to Reducing Obstacles to Housing Funding for
Housing Development Projects
2026-243
Sponsors: Community & Economic Development
1. Approve the obligation of Pathways to Reducing Obstacles to Housing funding for the
construction of affordable housing in the amount of $1,300,000.
2. Authorize the County Manager to enter into the necessary loan or other …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-251 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-252 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-243 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
County manager salary raised to $283,550 after evaluation
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)
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✓ Decided: Board approves County Manager salary increase and several administrative items
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)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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Music playing. McGuire. McMurtry. Aye. Miller. Aye. Ann Ortega. Aye. Administrative items. All right, Mr. Chair. Commissioner Murray. Yes, thank you. I'd like to move number three, the release of storm sewer easement. I'd like to move the Administrative Item 4, First Amendment to the Joint Powers Agreement with the City of St. Paul for the Administration of the Bird Grant for the Familiar F aces Program. I'd like to move Item 5, the gift acceptance from the Minnesota State Fair to the Social Service Department. And last, I would like to move Item 6, Summary of the Conc lusion from the Performance Evaluation of the County Manager and Second Amendment to the Employment Agreement between Ramsey County and Lane Becker County Manager. Chair, I'd like to pull that. Second. See no discussion on the other agenda items. Well called. Moran. Zhang. Jevin Singh. McGuire. McMurtry. Miller. And Ortega. Commissioner Singh. Yes, I'd like to move item number six, the summary of the conclusions from the Performance Evaluation of the County Manager and Second Amendment to Employment Agreement between Ramsey County and Lane Becker County Manager. And I just wanted to be able to address the fact that we had a closed meeting to discuss not only the last year, performance, some suggestions for continued professional development and cohesion and leadership throughout our county. And just to say that collectively there was an overall enthusiasm and support for the work that our county manager is doin …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300July 7, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1. Agenda of July 7, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-236
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of July 7, 2026.
2. Minutes from June 23, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-237
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the June 23, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3. Release of Storm Sewer Easement 2026-242
Sponsors: Public Works
1. Approve the release of the existing storm sewer easement across a parcel of land
located at 1644 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113.
2. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the Release of Easement.
4. First Amendment to the Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Saint
Paul for the Administration of the Byrne Grant for the Familiar Faces
Program
2026-244
Sponsors: Housing Stability
1. Approve an amendment to the joint powers agreement with the City of Saint Paul, 15
Kellogg Blvd. West, 700 City Hall, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55101 for the administration of
the Byrne Grant for the Familiar Faces Program upon execution through May 31, 2027.
2. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the agreement.
5. Gift acceptance from the Minnesota State Fair to the Social Services
Department
2026-241
Sponsors: Social Services
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Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300July 7, 2026 - 9 a.m.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. with the following
members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Xiong and Chair Ortega. Also
present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil Division Director, Ramsey County
Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongPresent:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Presented by Commissioner Moran.
1. Agenda of July 7, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-236
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of July 7, 2026.
Motion by McGuire, seconded by Moran. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
2. Minutes from June 23, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-237
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the June 23, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Moran, seconded by Miller. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3. Release of Storm Sewer Easement 2026-242
Sponsors: Public Works
1. Approve the release of the existing storm sewer easement across a parcel of land
located at 1644 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, Minnesota 55113.
2. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the Release of Easement.
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-236 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-237 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-241 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-242 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-244 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-260 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
Board approves lease for Meridian Behavioral Health at 402 University Ave
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
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✓ Decided: Board approves new job salaries, lease agreement, and 2027 commissioner salaries
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)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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Economy commission is local the. Kevin saying? McGuire McMurtry here. Mueller here, Moran here, take a E staff of week. >> It's the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. >> Taney, all an acknowledgement Commissioner Thank you, chair. >> Everyone. Every community owes its existence and vitality. 2 generations from around the world competed their hopes, their dreams and energy to making the history that led to this moment. Some are brought here against their will. Some are drawn to leave their distant homes in hopes of a better life. And some have lived on this time land since time immemorial truth, an acknowledgement are critical to building metro respect and connection across all barriers of heritage and difference. We are standing on the ancestral lands of the Dakota people. We want to acknowledge, though, chip away the ho-chunk and the other nations of people who also called this place home. We pay respects to their elders past and present. Please take a moment to consider the trees made by the tribal nations that entitle non native people to live and work on traditional native lands. Consider the many legacies of violence displacement, migration and settlement that bring us together here today. And please join us in uncovering such shirts at any and all public events. going to >> that and the motion on the agenda to 23rd 2026. So moved. Seeing no discussion roll. Call Miller. Jevon …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300June 23, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1. Agenda of June 23, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-230
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of June 23, 2026.
2. Minutes from June 16, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-231
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the June 16, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3. Lease Agreement with Meridian Behavioral Health, LLC, dba EOSIS, for
Leased Space at 402 University Avenue East, St. Paul, MN
2026-184
Sponsors: Property Management, Social Services
1. Approve the lease agreement with Meridian Behavioral Health, LLC, dba EOSIS, 550
Main Street, Suite 230, New Brighton, MN 55112, for 17,300 usable square feet of
space at 402 University Avenue East, St. Paul, MN 55130, for the period of July 1, 2026
through December 31, 2028.
2. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the lease agreement.
3. Authorize the County Manager to execute future amendments to the lease agreement
that do not have a financial impact.
4. Minnesota Council on Local Results and Innovation’s Performance
Measurement Program
2026-226
Sponsors: Policy & Administrative Strategy
1. Approve continuation of Ramsey County's participation in the Minnesota Council on
Local Results and Innovation's Performance Measurement Program, as well as
public distribution of the performance measures …
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300June 23, 2026 - 9 a.m.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:01 a.m. with the following
members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Xiong and Chair Ortega. Also
present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil Division Director, Ramsey County
Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongPresent:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Presented by Commissioner Miller.
1. Agenda of June 23, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-230
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of June 23, 2026.
Motion by McGuire, seconded by Miller. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
2. Minutes from June 16, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-231
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the June 16, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Xiong, seconded by Jebens-Singh. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
5. Salary Schedule and Grade for New Classified Job Classifications -
Occupational Safety and Compliance Administrator and Safety Officer
2026-232
Sponsors: Human Resources
Approve the salary schedule and grade allocation for the new unrepresented job classifications
of Occupational Safety and Compliance Administrator and Safety Offi …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-230 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-231 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-184 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-212 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-226 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-232 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Approve $6.4 million levy for affordable housing projects
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
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✓ Decided: Authority approves $6.4 million for affordable housing and $250,000 grant
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
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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>> Meeting to order. Roll call, please. >> It happened Acquired here McMurtry year. Mueller here, Moran here, but take a >> agenda is presented for approval, so moved second. Thank you percent. Okay. has seen a further discussion. real cup face. 7 thing I McGuire at McMurtry. I Mueller. I might take and John, I item number 3, the environmental response do. Oh, did I miss Okay. Item number 2, the minutes from April. 20th 2026 are presented for approval. second. All Welcome place. 7 I. And my tree. I no, I I Ortega. Iand John at. Item number 3, the Environmental Response Fund Grant awards. Yes. Maybe get report. Thank you. She went get away. just there's number now. commissioner McMurtry. >> Yeah, thank you. Madam Chair. Want to just give an opportunity for CV team to share a little bit about the department's response grantee. the recommendation for suspect. >> chairman Commissioners, Elemental redevelopment manager with economic development. >> this is from our spring, 2026 Environmental Response Fund Grant Awards. We are recommending one award to JB Bang for the hams Boston redevelopment. So this is historic rehabilitation of the hams. Furry say so there's the specifically this funding is for the asbestos remediation. They have a lot of asbestos remediation needs there. So this will support that work. And the project includes 70 units of affordable housing. So this is a little bit of a smaller round of funding for environmental response from this round. We did a kind of a lar …
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Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300June 23, 2026 - 10 a.m.
ROLL CALL
1. Agenda of June 23, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-234
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of June 23, 2026.
2. Minutes from April 28, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-235
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the April 28, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3. Environmental Response Fund Grant Awards 2026-174
Sponsors: Community & Economic Development
1. Approve the selection of JB Vang to receive Environmental Response Funds.
2. Authorize the award of Environmental Response Funds to the following project:
a. JB Vang, Hamm’s West End Development - $250,000
3. Authorize the County Manager to enter into necessary grant, loan or other
agreements and execute amendments to those agreements in a form approved
by the County Attorney’s Office.
4. Obligation of 2026 Housing and Redevelopment Authority Levy for
Housing Development Projects
2026-220
Sponsors: Community & Economic Development
1. Approve the obligation of Housing and Redevelopment Authority levy for recommended
projects and funding amounts for the preservation and construction of affordable
housing in the amount of $6,400,000.
2. Authorize the County Manager to enter into the necessary loan or other agreements
and execute amendments to loan or other agreements in a manner consistent with local
regulations and req …
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Housing and Redevelopment
Authority
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300June 23, 2026 - 10 a.m.
The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority met in regular session at 10:18 a.m. with
the following members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega and Chair
Xiong. Also present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Kathleen Ritter, Assistant County
Attorney, Ramsey County Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongPresent:
1. Agenda of June 23, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-234
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of June 23, 2026.
Motion by Miller, seconded by Jebens-Singh. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
2. Minutes from April 28, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-235
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the April 28, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Miller, seconded by Moran. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3. Environmental Response Fund Grant Awards 2026-174
Sponsors: Community & Economic Development
1. Approve the selection of JB Vang to receive Environmental Response Funds.
2. Authorize the award of Environmental Response Funds to the following project:
a. JB Vang, Hamm’s West End Development - $250,000
3. Authorize the County Manager to enter into necessary grant, loan, or …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-174 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-220 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-235 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-234 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
Public hearing on 2027 commissioner salary ordinance
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
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✓ Decided: Board approves grant for pediatric mental health and park project funding
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)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300June 16, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1. Agenda of June 16, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-214
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of June 16, 2026.
2. Minutes from June 2, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-215
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the June 2, 2026 Minutes.
ORDINANCE PROCEDURES
3. Proposed Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance for 2027 -
Waive the Second Reading and Hold the Public Hearing
2026-173
Sponsors: Human Resources
1. Waive the second reading of the proposed Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary
Ordinance for 2027.
2. Hold the Public Hearing for the proposed Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary
Ordinance for 2027.
POLICY ITEM
4. Appointment of Members to the Ramsey County Economic Development
Authority for 2026
2026-208
Sponsors: Board of Commissioners
Approve the appointment of members to the Ramsey County Economic Development Authority
for the year 2026.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
5. Grant Agreement with the Minnesota Department of Health for Pediatric 2026-204
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Mental Health Training
Sponsors: Social Services
1. Ratify the submittal of the grant application to the Minnesota Department of Health for
Pediatric Mental Health Training for Social Services and Public Health staff.
2. Accept a grant award a …
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Board of Commissioners
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300June 16, 2026 - 9 a.m.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:03 a.m. with the following
members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Xiong and Chair Ortega. Also
present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Jada Lewis, Civil Division Director, Ramsey County
Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongPresent:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Presented by Commissioner McMurtrey.
1. Agenda of June 16, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-214
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of June 16, 2026.
Chair Ortega made a motion, seconded by Miller, to amend the agenda to correct the time of
the Closed Meeting Re: County Manager Performance Review from 1:30 p.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Motion passed.
Motion by Moran, seconded by Jebens-Singh. Motion passed as amended.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
2. Minutes from June 2, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-215
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the June 2, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Moran, seconded by Miller. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
ORDINANCE PROCEDURES
3. Proposed Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance for 2027 - Waive
the Second Reading and Hold the Public Hearing
2026-173
Sp …
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-214 — approved as amended
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-215 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-211 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-173 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-208 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-204 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Economic Development Authority
EDA to elect officers and approve area of operation
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
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Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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Economic Development Authority
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300June 16, 2026 - 10 a.m.
ROLL CALL
1. Agenda of June 16, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-228
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of June 16, 2026.
POLICY ITEM
2. Election of the Chair for 2026 2026-206
Sponsors: Economic Development Authority
Elect the chair for the year 2026.
3. Election of the Vice-Chair for 2026 2026-207
Sponsors: Economic Development Authority
Elect the vice-chair for the year 2026.
4. Election of the Secretary for 2026 2026-225
Sponsors: Economic Development Authority
Elect the secretary for the year 2026.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
5. Ramsey County Economic Development Authority Area of Operation 2026-209
Sponsors: Community & Economic Development
Approve the Ramsey County Economic Development Authority Area of Operation.
ADJOURNMENT
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-228 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-209 — approved as amended
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-206 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-207 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-225 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Board to discuss 2025 workforce statistics report
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
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Courthouse Room 220
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Thank you. all staff who supervise are equipped to coach, set expectations, manage risk, and develop future leaders, strengthening long-term organizational stability and capability. People leader development will support successful implementation of a performance management strategy where people leaders develop staff with consistent, actionable feedback. Phase two of class and comp modernization includes a total reward survey of the workforce. Total rewards include everything an employee receives from the organization in exchange for their work. It includes compensation, benefits, recognition, and performance, and work experience like career growth opportunities, learning, culture, flexibility, leadership support, and overall employee experience. The total reward survey will kick off in the fall and will provide data-driven insights about the benefit changes to date, identify gaps, and align our total reward strategy with organizational goals to ensure we remain competitive in attracting and retaining the top talent we need. We are using an independent third-party provider to ensure anonymity and increase employee confidence in the process. You will hear more about the total reward survey soon. Phase two of class and comp modernization will also include finalization of a cycle for market and pay equity reviews in alignment with budget and bargaining cycles. Key policy revisions will include updating the personnel rules and Minnesota statute 383a. Finally, HR will move forward …
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Saint Paul, MN 55102
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Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220June 9, 2026 - 10:30 a.m.
WORKSHOP
1. 2025 Workforce Statistics 2026-185
Sponsors: Human Resources
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 1:30 PM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Ramsey County to discuss Girls Report update
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
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Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220June 2, 2026 - 1:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP
1. Ramsey County Girls Report Update 2026-200
Sponsors: Health and Wellness
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
Board appoints members to multiple advisory boards, hears aging update
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.
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✓ Decided: Ramsey County Board approves several advisory board appointments
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)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
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Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300June 2, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1. Agenda of June 2, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-195
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of June 2, 2026.
2. Minutes from May 26, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-196
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the May 26, 2026 Minutes.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3. Appointments to the Personnel Review Board 2026-157
Sponsors: Human Resources
1. Appoint Estelle Wright to the Personnel Review Board for a four-year term
beginning June 2, 2026 and ending August 1, 2030.
2. Appoint Beth Bell Isle (Incumbent) to the Personnel Review Board for a four-year
term beginning June 2, 2026 and ending August 1, 2030.
4. Appointments to the Corrections Advisory Board 2026-133
Sponsors: Community Corrections
Appoint the following individuals to serve on the Corrections Advisory Board for a term
beginning June 1, 2026 and ending May 31, 2028:
· Alexander Cleaveland
· Ofir Germanic
· Maria Mitchell
· Gail Moerke
· Robert Lokhorst
· Cory Tennison
· Dan Wolff
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· Tierre Caldwell
5. Appointments to the Community Health Services Advisory Committee 2026-150
Sponsors: Public Health
Appoint the following individuals to the Community Health Services Advisory Committee for
terms to begin June 23, 2026, and end June 27, 2028: …
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Board of Commissioners
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300June 2, 2026 - 9 a.m.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. with the following
members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Xiong and Chair Ortega. Also
present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Stacey D'Andrea, Assistant County Attorney,
Ramsey County Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongPresent:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Presented by Commissioner Jebens-Singh
1. Agenda of June 2, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-195
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of June 2, 2026.
Motion by Miller, seconded by McGuire. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
2. Minutes from May 26, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-196
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the May 26, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Xiong, seconded by Miller. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
3. Appointments to the Personnel Review Board 2026-157
Sponsors: Human Resources
1. Appoint Estelle Wright to the Personnel Review Board for a four-year term
beginning June 2, 2026 and ending August 1, 2030.
2. Appoint Beth Bell Isle (Incumbent) to the Personnel Review Board for a four-year
term beginning June 2, 2026 and ending Augu …
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-195 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-196 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-133 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-157 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-181 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-150 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
Tue May 26, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Board to receive update on 2026 Legislative Session
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)
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Courthouse Room 220
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Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220May 26, 2026 - 10:30 a.m.
WORKSHOP
1. 2026 Legislative Session Update 2026-197
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 1:30 PM
Board Workshop / Discussion
Workshop on RiversEdge and Rice Creek Commons development
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)
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Courthouse Room 220
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Board Workshop / Discussion
Agenda
Courthouse Room 220May 26, 2026 - 1:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP
1. Community & Economic Development Mini Workshops: RiversEdge and
Rice Creek Commons
2026-171
Sponsors: Community & Economic Development
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Board of Commissioners
Board to consider $11M local match for Kellogg Bridge grant, commissioner salary ordinance
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)
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✓ Decided: Board approves park easements and supports Saint Paul bridge grant
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)
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300
📄 From the agenda
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Agenda
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300May 26, 2026 - 9 a.m.
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
1. Agenda of May 26, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-191
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of May 26, 2026.
2. Minutes from May 19, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-192
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the May 19, 2026 Minutes.
PROCLAMATION
3. Proclamation: Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander
Heritage Month
2026-194
Sponsors: Human Resources
ORDINANCE PROCEDURES
4. Proposed Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance for 2027 -
Waive First Reading and Set Public Hearing Date
2026-172
Sponsors: Human Resources
1. Waive the First Reading of the proposed Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary
Ordinance for 2027.
2. Set the Public Hearing date of June 16, 2026 at 9 a.m. or as soon as possible
thereafter, in the Council Chambers, third floor of Ramsey County Courthouse - 15
West Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55102 to afford the public an opportunity to
comment on the proposed Ramsey County Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance for 2027.
ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
5. Temporary Construction Easement Agreement and Permanent Easement 2026-178
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Board of Commissioners Agenda May 26, 2026
Agreement for Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park Paved Trail on Private
Property
Sponsors: Parks & Recreation
1. Approve a temporary construction …
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📄 From the minutes
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15 West Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
651-266-9200
Board of Commissioners
Minutes
Council Chambers - Courthouse Room 300May 26, 2026 - 9 a.m.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:05 a.m. with the following
members present: Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Xiong and Chair Ortega. Also
present were Ling Becker, County Manager, and Stacey D'Andrea, Assistant County Attorney,
Ramsey County Attorney's Office.
ROLL CALL
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongPresent:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Presented by Commissioner Xiong.
1. Agenda of May 26, 2026 is Presented for Approval 2026-191
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the agenda of May 26, 2026.
Motion by Moran, seconded by Xiong. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
2. Minutes from May 19, 2026 are Presented for Approval 2026-192
Sponsors: County Manager's Office
Approve the May 19, 2026 Minutes.
Motion by Moran, seconded by Jebens-Singh. Motion passed.
Jebens-Singh, McGuire, McMurtrey, Miller, Moran, Ortega, and XiongAye:
PROCLAMATION
3. Proclamation: Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage
Month
2026-194
Sponsors: Human Resources
Presented by Commissioner McGuire. Discussion can be found on archived video.
COUNTY CONNECTIONS
Presented by County Manager, Ling Becker. Discussion can be found on archived video.
ORDINANCE PROCEDURES
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4. Proposed …
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🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
2026-191 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-192 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-151 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-172 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-179 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-178 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
2026-210 — approved
7 yea
Tara Jebens-Singh yea · Mary Jo McGuire yea · Garrison McMurtrey yea · Kelly Miller yea · Rena Moran yea · Rafael E. Ortega yea · Mai Chong Xiong yea
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🌐 County-level context (Ramsey County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-4,511 people (-$339.6M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Flood": 9, "Severe Storm": 5, "Biological": 2, "Drought": · last Tue Apr 7, 2020)
Traffic fatalities28 (9 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments13,677 (294,664 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,685/mo (14,369 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.9% (low numeracy 25% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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10,588
Recorded votes
$1.02B
Annual budget
$189.6M
Debt outstanding
10
Employees on payroll
708
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$1.02B
Spending$702.2M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$189.6M
Debt-to-revenue0.19×
Debt-load index29 / 100
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The money — out
source: city procurement & payrollWho the city actually cuts checks to.
10 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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