Ramsey County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several administrative and financial items. This includes approving procurement authorities for social services through 2023 and considering a major real estate agreement with Ecolab USA Inc.

• Lease agreement with Ecolab USA Inc. for 360 Wabasha Street North ($9,500,000)
• Purchase of parcel 062822120058 from Ecolab USA Inc. ($3,950,000)
• MOU with Saint Paul Public Schools for Title I Part D funds
• Proposed changes to Public Health Clinical fees for vaccines and laboratory supplies
• $882,000 energy improvement assessment for 428 Minnesota Street

The Board of Commissioners approved a long-term lease and property acquisition with Ecolab USA Inc. and authorized procurement authority for several social service departments. Other key actions included setting the County Attorney's 2023 salary and approving state and federal legislative platforms.

• Approved lease with Ecolab USA Inc. for 360 Wabasha Street North through 2037, estimated at $9.5M
• Approved $3.95M purchase of Parcel 062822120058 from Ecolab USA Inc.
• Authorized up to $1.1M for the 360 Wabasha Building Due Diligence and Design Project
• Approved annual procurement authority through Dec 31, 2023, for Social Services, Financial Assistance, and Community Corrections
• Approved $882,000 special assessment for energy improvements at 428 Minnesota Street
• Approved obligation of American Rescue Plan Act funding for affordable housing development
• Set 2023 annual salary for elected Ramsey County Attorney at $192,943.26
• Approved 2023 State and Federal Legislative Platforms

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve the 2023 supplemental budget and the 2023 tax levy. The agenda also includes approval of the December 13, 2022, agenda and minutes from November 22, 2022.

• Approval of $11,201,003 2023 supplemental budget
• Approval of $11,419,523 2023 tax levy

The Authority approved a 2023 budget of $11,201,003 and a 2023 tax levy of $11,419,523. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 22, 2022.

• Approved 2023 budget of $11,201,003 (7-0)
• Approved 2023 tax levy of $11,419,523 (7-0)
• Approved December 13, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved November 22, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The authority will consider using up to $28,000,000 in grant funds for the METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project. The agenda also includes approval of the 2023 supplemental budget and tax levy.

• Use of up to $28,000,000 in grant funds for METRO Gold Line construction
• Approval of the 2023 supplemental budget of $41,059,274
• Approval of the 2023 tax levy of $30,408,198

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority approved its 2023 supplemental budget and tax levy. The board also authorized the use of grant funds for the METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project.

• Approved 2023 budget of $41,059,274 (7-0)
• Approved 2023 tax levy of $30,408,198 (7-0)
• Approved use of grant funds up to $28,000,000 for METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project civil construction contract (7-0)
• Approved December 13, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved November 22, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss jail population and overcrowding. This item is sponsored by the Sheriff's Office.

• Discussion regarding jail population and overcrowding (2022-660)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to receive an update from the Strategic Team. The discussion covers foundational excellence, enterprise risk management, and procurement modernization.

• Update on Foundational Excellence, Enterprise Risk Management and Procurement Modernization

Board of Commissioners

The Board is reviewing the $785,707,121 2023 operating budget and a 4.54% increase to the total tax levy. The meeting also includes decisions on various grants, infrastructure projects, and local law enforcement agreements.

• Approval of the $785,707,121 2023 operating budget
• Adoption of a $354,123,588 tax levy, a 4.54% increase over 2022
• A $444,596 grant agreement for Kinship Support Services
• Amendments to the Lodging Establishment and Public Swimming Pool ordinances
• Use of up to $28,000,000 in grant funds for METRO Gold Line construction

The Board of Commissioners approved a 2023 operating budget of $785,707,121 and a total tax levy of $354,123,588. The board also authorized several public works agreements, including funding for the METRO Gold Line project and law enforcement service contracts.

• Approved 2023 operating budget of $785,707,121 (7-0)
• Approved 2023 total tax levy of $354,123,588 (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Capital Improvement Program Budget and Financing (7-0)
• Approved $28M in grant funds for METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project (7-0)
• Approved 2023 salary for Ramsey County Sheriff at $171,290 (7-0)
• Reappointed Kelly Mills, M.D. as Medical Examiner through 2024 (7-0)
• Approved 98 unclassified limited duration positions for COVID-19 response (7-0)
• Approved repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 334 Warwick Street (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Health and Wellness department will present the Food Security Assessment Findings 2022-572. This workshop item is for a presentation regarding these findings.

• Presentation of Food Security Assessment Findings 2022-572

Regional Railroad Authority

The authority is considering a second amendment to the management agreement for Union Depot. This contract with Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. covers property management and activation services from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2027.

• Second amendment to Union Depot management agreement
• Approval of November 22, 2022 agenda
• Approval of October 11, 2022 minutes

The Regional Railroad Authority approved a second amendment to the management agreement with Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. for services at Union Depot. The agreement covers the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2027.

• Approved second amendment to management agreement with Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. for Union Depot (7-0)
• Authorized Chair to execute the amendment (7-0)
• Authorized County Manager to execute further amendments within funding limits (7-0)
• Approved November 22, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will consider approving recommended projects and funding amounts for Critical Corridors programs. The agenda also includes a proposal to reallocate funds from the 2022 Inclusive Housing Development Solicitation.

• Approval of Critical Corridors program projects and funding amounts
• Reallocation of funds from the 2022 Inclusive Housing Development Solicitation
• Authorization for County Manager to execute grant or loan agreements

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the obligation of its levy toward Critical Corridors Programs. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from September 27, 2022.

• Approved obligation of HRA levy toward Critical Corridors Programs (7-0)
• Approved November 22, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved September 27, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several ordinance amendments and contract renewals. This includes approving a $29,721,000 budget for the Environmental Service Center and consolidating agreements for family homeless shelter services.

• $29,721,000 project budget and financing plan for the Environmental Service Center
• Consolidated agreement with Interfaith Action of Great Saint Paul for homeless shelter services
• Amendment with Bay West, Inc. for household hazardous waste management
• Adoption of the 2023 Capital Improvement Program Bond Ordinance
• Lease agreement for retail space in Maplewood Mall

The Board of Commissioners approved a project budget and financing plan for the Environmental Service Center and adopted the 2023 Capital Improvement Program Bond Ordinance. They also authorized several service agreements for homeless shelters, medical imaging, and hazardous waste management.

• Approved $29,721,000 budget and financing plan for Environmental Service Center
• Adopted 2023 Capital Improvement Program Bond Ordinance
• Approved consolidated agreement with Interfaith Action of Greater Saint Paul for family homeless shelter services
• Approved agreement with Professional Portable Radiologic Services, Inc. for medical imaging
• Approved amendment with Bay West, Inc. for hazardous waste services ($1,096,963 for 2023)
• Approved lease for 5,965 sq ft of retail space at Maplewood Mall
• Approved settlement agreement in Mitchell v. Ramsey County
• Increased Food and Beverage Policy annual threshold to $50,000

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Board will conduct a workshop regarding the Open Space Project and Access Assessment 2022-601. This item is sponsored by Economic Growth and Community Investment.

• Open Space Project and Access Assessment 2022-601

Legislative Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider the 2023 Ramsey County State Legislative Platform and the 2023 Ramsey County Federal Legislative Platform. The agenda also includes approving the current meeting's agenda and minutes from November 16, 2021.

• Approval of 2023 Ramsey County State Legislative Platform
• Approval of 2023 Ramsey County Federal Legislative Platform
• Approval of November 16, 2021 minutes

The Legislative Committee of the Whole approved the county's legislative platforms for the state and federal levels for 2023. These approvals authorize county representatives to work with legislators and members of Congress to promote the positions in the platforms.

• Approved 2023 Ramsey County State Legislative Platform (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Ramsey County Federal Legislative Platform (7-0)
• Approved November 15, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved November 16, 2021 minutes (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a joint agreement with the Saint Paul Fire Department for a co-responder pilot program. The agenda also includes accepting a $130,000 gift for the library and approving repurchases of tax-forfeited properties. Additionally, the board will hold a public hearing regarding the 2023 Capital Improvement Program Bond Ordinance.

• Joint Powers Agreement with Saint Paul Fire Department for co-responder pilot program
• $130,000 gift from Ramsey County Library Friends to the library
• Repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 824 Como Avenue for $11,496
• Repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 0 Atwater Street for $1,002
• Public hearing for the 2023 Capital Improvement Program Bond Ordinance

The Board of Commissioners approved a five-year Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Saint Paul for a co-responder pilot program. They also accepted a $130,000 gift for the Ramsey County Library and appointed Patrick Chapman as County Assessor. Two tax-forfeited property repurchases were authorized.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with City of Saint Paul for co-responder pilot program through 2027
• Accepted $130,000 gift from Ramsey County Library Friends to the Ramsey County Library
• Appointed Patrick Chapman as Ramsey County Assessor through December 31, 2024
• Approved repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 0 Atwater Street for $1,002
• Approved repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 824 Como Avenue for $11,496
• Waived second reading and held public hearing for 2023 Capital Improvement Program Bond Ordinance
• Approved grant agreement application for Southeast Asian Language Job Training Facilities
• Accepted Public Works Construction Quarterly Report (July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop regarding the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative. The discussion focuses on transitioning toward youth justice transformation.

• Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative to Youth Justice Transformation (Item 2022-591)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider an agreement with the State of Minnesota for election recount services. They will also review a $105,623 grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services for SNAP employment and training programs. Presentations are scheduled regarding housing development readiness and opioid prevention.

• Agreement with State of Minnesota for election recount services through December 31, 2022
• $105,623 grant from MN Department of Human Services for SNAP E&T
• Update on Critical Corridors and American Rescue Plan Housing Development Readiness
• Presentation on Opioid Prevention and Response

The Board of Commissioners approved a Joint Powers Agreement with the State of Minnesota for election recount services. They also ratified a grant application and authorized the acceptance of $105,623 for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with State of Minnesota for election recount services (7-0)
• Authorized acceptance and expenditure of $105,623 grant for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training (7-0)
• Approved November 8, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the 555 Cedar relocation (item 2022-582). This item is sponsored by Public Health.

• 555 Cedar Relocation (2022-582)

Board Workshop / Discussion

This workshop features a joint meeting between the County Board and the Library Board. The session involves the Economic Growth and Community Investment Service Team Committee of the Whole.

• Joint County Board and Library Board Meeting (2022-578)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review grant applications from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety totaling over $320,000 for community safety and DWI enforcement. The agenda also includes setting public hearings for amendments to swimming pool and lodging ordinances. Several appointments to various county advisory boards are also scheduled for approval.

• $195,101 grant award for Innovation in Community Safety
• $125,125 grant award for Driving While Impaired and Traffic Safety Enforcement
• Increase of 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent Deputy Sheriff position
• Public hearing for 2023 Capital Improvement Program Bond Ordinance on November 15
• Public hearings for amendments to Public Swimming Pool and Lodging Establishment Ordinances

The Board of Commissioners approved two Minnesota Department of Public Safety grants totaling $320,226 and a data communications agreement. They appointed members to five different advisory boards and commissions. Additionally, the Board scheduled public hearings for proposed ordinance amendments regarding swimming pools, lodging establishments, and capital improvement bonds.

• Approved $195,101 grant for community safety innovations (7-0)
• Approved $125,125 grant for DWI and traffic safety and added 1.0 FTE Deputy Sheriff (7-0)
• Approved 5-year Joint Powers Agreement for Criminal Justice Data Communications Network (7-0)
• Appointed 4 members to Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Appointed 2 members to Community Health Services Advisory Committee (7-0)
• Appointed 5 members to Community Corrections Advisory Board (7-0)
• Appointed Mary Grams Basnight to Parks and Recreation Commission (7-0)
• Appointed Rick Gelbmann to Valley Branch Watershed District Board of Managers (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The board will hold a workshop to discuss the development of the 2023 Ramsey County State and Federal Legislative Platform. This item is sponsored by Policy & Planning.

• Development of the 2023 State and Federal Legislative Platform (item 2022-549)

Board Workshop / Discussion

This workshop includes an update regarding the Residents First Downtown Service Center 2022-501. The agenda does not provide further details on specific discussion topics or decisions.

• Residents First Update: Downtown Service Center 2022-501

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved a salary increase for County Manager Ryan O'Connor to $216,696.28, effective immediately, based on excellent performance. Commissioners also approved a mutual aid agreement with Twin Cities public health entities and a $480,000 grant program for racial and health equity. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved the October 18, 2022 agenda (2022-421).
• Approved the October 11, 2022 minutes (2022-420).
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement with Twin Cities public health and environmental health entities for 2023-2027 (Resolution B2022-236).
• Authorized $480,000 expenditure grant program for Community Innovation for Racial and Health Equity Award (Resolution B2022-237).
• Approved County Manager salary increase to $216,696.28 based on performance evaluation (Resolution B2022-238).

Regional Railroad Authority

The Regional Railroad Authority will review the October 11, 2022, agenda and minutes from September 27, 2022. The meeting includes a proposal to approve a funding agreement with the Metropolitan Council for the METRO Gold Line project.

• Subordinate Funding Agreement #1 with the Metropolitan Council for METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project (not to exceed $198,018)

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority approved a subordinate funding agreement with the Metropolitan Council for the METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project, not to exceed $198,018. The chair was authorized to execute the agreement. The meeting also approved the agenda and prior minutes, and included corridor updates discussed via archived video.

• Approved agenda of October 11, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 27, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Subordinate Funding Agreement #1 with Metropolitan Council for METRO Gold Line BRT project, up to $198,018 (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair to execute the funding agreement (unanimous)

Board Workshop / Discussion

This board workshop includes a discussion regarding Residents First Facilities 2022-539. The agenda is sparse and contains only this single item sponsored by Property Management.

• Residents First Facilities 2022-539

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a contract for temporary shelter for families and salary grade revisions for four job classifications. The agenda also includes property-related items such as a lease amendment in Maplewood and the repurchase of tax-forfeited land in Saint Paul.

• $1,200,000 agreement with KRSS Hospitality, Inc. for temporary homeless family shelter
• Salary grade revisions for four Information and Public Records Service Team roles
• Memorandum of Understanding with Ramsey County Historical Society for Gibbs Farm Master Plan
• Lease amendment with American National Bank for space at 1740 Rice Street, Maplewood
• Repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 923 Westminster Street, Saint Paul

The board approved a five-year, $1.2 million sole source agreement with KRSS Hospitality (Emerald Inn) for transitional shelter for homeless families. It also approved salary grade revisions for four communications and administrative job classifications, a memorandum of understanding for the Gibbs Farm Master Plan Design-Build project, a lease amendment for additional office space, and a tax-forfeited property repurchase. All votes were unanimous (7-0) except for items where Commissioner Carter was absent.

• Approved $1.2M sole source shelter contract with Emerald Inn (7-0)
• Approved salary grade increases for four job classifications (7-0)
• Approved MOU with Ramsey County Historical Society for Gibbs Farm project (7-0)
• Approved second lease amendment for 1740 Rice Street office space (7-0)
• Approved repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 923 Westminster St. (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes from September 27, 2022 (6-0, Carter absent)
• Proclamation for Licensed Family Child Care Provider Appreciation Day accepted

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve the meeting agenda and previous minutes. The authority will also consider approving the $11,419,523 maximum tax levy to finance the 2023 budget.

• Certification of the $11,419,523 maximum tax levy for the 2023 budget
• Approval of the September 27, 2022 agenda
• Approval of the September 20, 2022 minutes

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the certification of the maximum tax levy for the authority. The resolution passed unanimously with all seven members voting in favor. The meeting lasted three minutes and included approval of the agenda and prior minutes.

• Approved agenda of September 27, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 20, 2022 (unanimous)
• Certified maximum tax levy via Resolution H2022-011 (unanimous)

Regional Railroad Authority

The authority is considering the certification of the maximum tax levy to finance the 2023 budget. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the current agenda and minutes from July 19, 2022.

• Certification of a $30,408,198 maximum tax levy for the 2023 budget
• Approval of the September 27, 2022 agenda
• Approval of the July 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority approved a maximum tax levy of $30,408,198 to finance its 2023 budget. The board also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from July 19, 2022. All votes were unanimous with seven members present.

• Approved $30,408,198 maximum tax levy for 2023 budget (7-0)
• Approved September 27, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved July 19, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Board will hold a workshop to receive an update regarding the Anti Racism and Economic Justice Trust. This discussion is part of a Strategic Team Committee of the Whole meeting.

• Anti Racism and Economic Justice Trust Update (2022-504)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider approving the 2023 maximum property tax levy and several collective bargaining agreements. They are also reviewing grant awards for housing stability and violence reduction initiatives.

• Certification of a $354,123,588 maximum tax levy for 2023
• Acceptance of $15,780,977 in opioid overdose prevention settlement funds
• Grant awards totaling $6,100,000 for Heading Home Ramsey - Bridge to Housing
• A $900,000 grant award for the Violence Reduction Initiative
• Salary grade revisions for Information Systems and WIC Nutrition positions

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a maximum 2023 property tax levy of $354,123,588, with $338.8 million for general county and $15.3 million for the library. They also accepted $15.8 million in opioid settlement funds, approved collective bargaining agreements with two Teamsters units, and accepted $6.1 million in grants for housing and violence prevention.

• Certified $354,123,588 maximum 2023 property tax levy (7-0)
• Accepted $15,780,977 Minnesota opioid overdose prevention settlement (7-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters 320 Chief Correctional Officers for 2022-2024 (7-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters 320 Correctional Officer III for 2022-2024 (7-0)
• Accepted $6,000,000 grant from MN Dept. of Human Services for Heading Home Ramsey - Bridge to Housing (7-0)
• Accepted $100,000 grant from Saint Paul Foundation for Heading Home Ramsey - Bridge to Housing (7-0)
• Accepted $900,000 Bureau of Justice Assistance grant for Violence Reduction Initiative (7-0)
• Approved revised salary grades for Information Systems Chief Information Security Officer and seven WIC Nutrition job classifications (7-0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will consider allocating $1,366,767 in levy funds toward Project for Pride in Living’s Restoring Waters affordable housing development project. The agenda also includes the approval of the September 20, 2022 agenda and July 12, 2022 minutes.

• $1,366,767 levy allocation for Project for Pride in Living’s Restoring Waters project
• Approval of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 20, 2022 agenda

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved $1,366,767 in levy funds for Project for Pride in Living's Restoring Waters affordable housing project. The County Manager was authorized to execute necessary loan agreements. The meeting lasted six minutes and also approved the agenda and prior minutes.

• Approved $1,366,767 for Restoring Waters affordable housing project (7-0)
• Authorized County Manager to execute loan agreements (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved July 12, 2022 minutes (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider labor agreements with Teamsters 320 for correctional and probation officers. The meeting also includes a review of a lease for Biff Adams Arena and a cooperative agreement with the City of Saint Paul for winter recreation.

• Lease agreement with Frogtown Curling Club for Biff Adams Arena ($274,800)
• Collective bargaining agreements with Teamsters 320 (2022-2024)
• $22,500 grant from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
• $25,000 payment to the City of Saint Paul for winter recreation operations
• Restructuring the Citizens Advisory Council into a Community Advisory Council

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved collective bargaining agreements with Teamsters 320 for Correctional Officers and Probation Officers for 2022-2024. They also approved a lease with Frogtown Curling Club, a cooperative agreement with Saint Paul for winter recreation, and restructured the Citizens Advisory Council as a Community Advisory Council. All votes were unanimous 7-0.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters 320 Correctional Officers I & II for 2022-2024 (7-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters 320 Probation Officers for 2022-2024 (7-0)
• Approved $22,500 grant from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs for Veterans Service Office (7-0)
• Approved 10-year lease with Frogtown Curling Club at Biff Adams Arena for $274,800 (7-0)
• Approved cooperative agreement with Saint Paul for winter recreation and $25,000 payment (7-0)
• Approved restructure of Citizens Advisory Council as Community Advisory Council (7-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement with Saint Paul for workforce services using ARPA funds (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes from September 6, 2022 (7-0)

Budget Committee of the Whole

The Budget Committee of the Whole will review presentations regarding the Safety and Justice Service Team. These presentations cover the team's supplemental budget and performance measures.

• Safety and Justice Service Team supplemental budget and performance measures presentations

Budget Committee of the Whole

The Budget Committee of the Whole will receive presentations regarding supplemental budgets and performance measures. These presentations involve the Health and Wellness and Economic Growth and Community Investment service teams.

• Supplemental budget presentations for Health and Wellness and Economic Growth teams
• Performance measures presentations for Health and Wellness and Economic Growth teams

Budget Committee of the Whole

The Strategic Team and Information and Public Records Service Team will provide presentations regarding the supplemental budget and performance measures. This presentation is identified as item 2022-493.

• Supplemental Budget and Performance Measures Presentations (Item 2022-493)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review medical insurance renewals for retirees and new collective bargaining agreements for county employees. The meeting also includes discussions on property sales, salary grade revisions, and budget fund transfers.

• Renewal of HealthPartners and Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical insurance for 2023 retirees
• Collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME Council 5, Local 8 and Technical Employees Association
• Sale of tax-forfeited property at 1179 Seminary Avenue West to St. Paul HRA for $10,000
• Revised salary grades for seven WIC Nutrition job classifications
• Transfer of $840,000 from Property Management Operating Funds into the 2022 budget

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved the 2023 renewal of retiree medical insurance plans with HealthPartners and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and ratified collective bargaining agreements with two employee unions. The board also approved the sale of a tax-forfeited property for affordable housing, a repurchase of another forfeited property, a speed zone study on county roads, and a joint powers agreement for adult basic education. A salary grade revision for seven WIC nutrition job classifications was tabled. The board cancelled its October 4 and November 1, 2022 meetings.

• Approved 2023 retiree medical insurance renewals with HealthPartners and Blue Cross Blue Shield (6-0)
• Ratified collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Council 5, Local 8-Assistant County Attorneys for 2022-2024 (6-0)
• Ratified collective bargaining agreement with Ramsey County Technical Employees Association for 2022-2024 (6-0)
• Approved sale of tax-forfeited property at 1179 Seminary Ave W to Saint Paul HRA for $10,000 with affordable housing restriction (6-0)
• Approved repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 558 Arlington Ave E by former owner for $25,975 (6-0)
• Requested MnDOT speed zone study on McKnight Road, Victoria Street, Edgerton Street, and New Brighton Road (6-0)
• Approved $840,000 carryover of 2021 property management operating funds into 2022 budget (6-0)
• Tabled revised salary grades for seven WIC nutrition job classifications (6-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Parks & Recreation department presented an update regarding the Ramsey County Golf Course. This item was scheduled as part of a board workshop discussion.

• Ramsey County Golf Course Update 2022-410

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board is holding a workshop to discuss updates regarding the Housing and Redevelopment Authority Levy Program (2022-445). This item is sponsored by Community & Economic Development.

• Housing and Redevelopment Authority Levy Program Updates 2022-445

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several contract renewals and administrative items. This includes a $100,000 fund transfer from Saint Paul for refugee services and the approval of a demolition project budget.

• $1,431,553 budget and financing plan for Building 189 Demolition Project
• $100,000 transfer from Saint Paul for immigrant and refugee legal defense services
• Renewal of HealthPartners medical insurance with a 9% premium increase
• $138,200 agreement with Carl Bolander & Sons for demolition design-build services
• Lease amendment for 5,000 square feet of warehouse space at Riverview Business Center

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved the renewal of the HealthPartners medical insurance plan for active employees and early retirees for 2023, with a 9% premium increase. They also approved renewals for dental, life, and disability insurance contracts, a lease amendment for additional warehouse space, a demolition project contract, a deer management plan, a joint powers agreement for immigrant services, and several board appointments. A proclamation for the county assessor was tabled until September 6.

• Approved HealthPartners medical insurance renewal for 2023 with 9% premium increase (7-0)
• Approved dental, life, and disability insurance contract renewals for 2023 (7-0)
• Approved third lease amendment with Badger Properties Riverview for 5,000 sq ft warehouse space (7-0)
• Approved $1.43M Building 189 Demolition Project budget and $138,200 design-build contract with Carl Bolander & Sons (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Cooperative Deer Management Plan (7-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement with Saint Paul for immigrant/refugee legal defense services up to $100,000 (7-0)
• Approved appointments to Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee, Capitol Region Watershed District Board, Community Health Services Advisory Committee, Corrections Advisory Board, and Personnel Review Board (7-0)
• Tabled proclamation for Luis Rosario until September 6

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board is holding a workshop regarding Section 203 language requirements of the Voting Rights Act. This discussion involves the Information and Public Records Service Team Committee of the Whole.

• Review of Voting Rights Act - Section 203 Language Requirements (Item 2022-436)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review fee adjustments for the Authentic Connections program and updated schedules for winter recreation areas. The agenda also includes a software agreement with Emphasys Software and acceptance of quarterly construction reports.

• Adjusting Authentic Connections program fees from $73 per service to $75 per hour plus expenses
• Agreement with Emphasys Software for investment software through August 2027
• Updated fee schedule for Cross-Country Ski and Battle Creek Winter Recreation Area
• Acceptance of the Public Works Construction Quarterly Report (April 1 – June 30, 2022)
• Recognition award for Maria Wetherall, Director of Veterans Services

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items, including fee adjustments for the Authentic Connections program, a five-year agreement with Emphasys Software for investment software, an updated fee schedule for cross-country ski and Battle Creek Winter Recreation Area, and accepted quarterly and monthly reports. All votes were unanimous with six members present; Commissioner McDonough was absent.

• Approved Authentic Connections program fee change from $73 per service to $75 per hour plus travel and program costs (6-0)
• Approved 5-year agreement with Emphasys Software for investment software with two 5-year renewal options (6-0)
• Approved updated fee schedule for cross-country ski and Battle Creek Winter Recreation Area (6-0)
• Accepted Public Works Construction Quarterly Report for April-June 2022 (6-0)
• Accepted May 2022 report of contracts, grants, and purchases (6-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes from August 9, 2022 (6-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board Workshop includes an overview of Results-Based Accountability with the Center for Economic Inclusion. This item is sponsored by the County Manager's Office.

• Results-Based Accountability Overview (Item 2022-413)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative items, including legal settlements and a corrections consolidation project. The agenda also includes adjusting detox services per diem rates.

• $1,455,000 in settlement agreements for Sullivan v. Ramsey County
• Up to $1,580,000 budget and financing plan for Community Corrections Consolidation Project at Metro Square
• Adjustment of detox services per diem rate from $258 to $395

The board approved settlement agreements totaling $1,455,000 in Sullivan v. Ramsey County, involving eight plaintiffs. It also approved a detox services per diem rate increase from $258 to $395, and accepted a $1.58 million budget for the Community Corrections Consolidation Project at Metro Square. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $1.455M settlement in Sullivan v. Ramsey County (unanimous)
• Approved detox services per diem rate increase to $395 (unanimous)
• Approved $1.58M Community Corrections Consolidation Project budget (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several financial and administrative items, including a $5,150,000 allocation for priorities such as investigations, IT systems, and space consolidation. The agenda also includes a grant award for housing support infrastructure and an agreement with Saint Paul Public Schools. Additionally, the board will consider adopting a new Property Management Department ordinance.

• $5,150,000 in funding for county priorities including investigations, IT systems, and space consolidation
• $429,126 grant award from Minnesota Department of Human Services for Housing Support infrastructure
• Amendment to Gallagher Benefit Services agreement for a total amount not to exceed $1,115,000
• Revenue agreement with Saint Paul Public Schools for the Earn as You Learn Program up to $64,800
• Adoption of the proposed Property Management Department Ordinance

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved $5.15 million in funding for various county priorities, including investigations, capital funds, IT systems, and space consolidation. The board also approved amendments to agreements with Gallagher Benefit Services and the Ramsey/Washington Recycling and Energy Board, accepted a $429,126 grant for housing support, and adopted a new Property Management Department Ordinance. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Reinhardt absent.

• Approved $5.15M funding for county priorities (6-0)
• Approved first amendment to Gallagher Benefit Services agreement, up to $135,000 (6-0)
• Approved second amendment to Joint Powers Agreement with Ramsey/Washington Recycling and Energy Board (6-0)
• Accepted $429,126 grant from MN Dept. of Human Services for housing support (6-0)
• Authorized revenue agreement with Saint Paul Public Schools for Earn as You Learn, up to $64,800 (6-0)
• Adopted Property Management Department Ordinance (6-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes from July 19, 2022 (6-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss Youth Justice Transformation in Ramsey County. The discussion involves the Annie E. Casey Foundation.

• Youth Justice Transformation in Ramsey County (Item 2022-368)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Regional Railroad Authority is considering a lease agreement with Arctos Wealth Management and Fiduciary, LLC for space in Union Depot. The proposed lease would run from August 1, 2022, through July 31, 2029. The meeting also includes approval of the current agenda and June 14, 2022, minutes.

• Lease agreement with Arctos Wealth Management and Fiduciary, LLC for space in Union Depot
• Approval of July 19, 2022, agenda
• Approval of June 14, 2022, minutes

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority approved a lease agreement with Arctos Wealth Management and Fiduciary, LLC for space in Union Depot, running from August 1, 2022 through July 31, 2029. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 14, 2022. No corridor updates were reported, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening.

• Approved lease agreement with Arctos Wealth Management and Fiduciary, LLC for Union Depot space (2022-392)
• Authorized Chair to execute the lease agreement
• Approved agenda of July 19, 2022 (2022-393)
• Approved minutes from June 14, 2022 (2022-394)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will receive an update regarding the Appropriate Responses Initiatives (2022-389). This session is a workshop for discussion.

• Update on Appropriate Responses Initiatives 2022-389

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a proposed Property Management Department Ordinance and hold a public hearing. The agenda also includes approvals for a collective bargaining agreement with Public Defenders and several temporary employment service providers.

• Proposed Property Management Department Ordinance public hearing
• Collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 8 - Public Defenders
• Amendment to Intech Software Solutions, Inc. election judge management system contract
• Selection of temporary employment service providers for a five-year period

The Ramsey County Board approved the collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Council 5, Local 8 for public defenders, covering fiscal years 2021-2022. It also approved an amendment with Intech Software Solutions for the election judge management system, and approved cooperative agreements with nine temporary employment service providers for five years. All votes were unanimous among the six commissioners present, with one absent.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Council 5, Local 8 (Public Defenders) for FY 2021-2022 (6-0)
• Approved first amendment to Intech Software Solutions agreement for election judge management system (6-0)
• Approved cooperative agreements for temporary employment services with nine providers for five years (6-0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will approve the July 12, 2022 agenda and May 17, 2022 minutes. The meeting also includes decisions regarding Environmental Response Fund grant awards for four housing developments.

• $278,243 award for Lauderdale Senior Housing
• $213,634 award for The Hollows
• $76,454 award for The Balsam on Broadway
• $40,000 award for 3803 Stinson

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the agenda and the May 17, 2022 minutes. It then approved the selection of four properties to receive Environmental Response Funds totaling $608,331, and authorized the County Manager to enter into agreements. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved agenda of July 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 17, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Environmental Response Fund awards: Lauderdale Senior Housing $278,243, The Hollows $213,634, The Balsam on Broadway $76,454, 3803 Stinson $40,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized County Manager to execute agreements for the fund awards (unanimous)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Board will hold a workshop to discuss the Ramsey County Public Safety System Transformation (item 2022-381). This session is for discussion and does not include final decisions.

• Ramsey County Public Safety System Transformation (2022-381)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several financial and legislative items. This includes approving a large budget for golf course improvements and a housing fund transfer with Saint Paul. The meeting also includes the adoption of a new smoking and tobacco use ordinance.

• $7,259,046 budget for Golf Course Capital Investments Project
• $827,244 transfer of Housing Trust Funds to support Interfaith Action
• $257,500 agreement with Nearmap US, Inc. for aerial imagery and web services
• Adoption of the Ramsey County Smoking and Commercial Tobacco Use Ordinance
• $186,254 transit improvement funding obligation to Minnesota Department of Revenue

The Ramsey County Board approved a $7.26 million budget and financing plan for the Golf Course Capital Investments Project, selected Duininck Inc. for design-build services, and adopted the Ramsey County Smoking and Commercial Tobacco Use Ordinance. The board also approved several agreements, including a $257,500 aerial imagery contract with Nearmap US, Inc., a $827,244 joint powers agreement with Saint Paul for housing trust funds, and a medical examiner services agreement with Washington County. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Commissioner Frethem absent.

• Approved $7,259,046 Golf Course Capital Investments Project budget and Duininck Inc. design-build agreement (6-0)
• Adopted Ramsey County Smoking and Commercial Tobacco Use Ordinance (6-0)
• Approved $257,500 aerial imagery agreement with Nearmap US, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $827,244 joint powers agreement with Saint Paul for Interfaith Action housing support (6-0)
• Approved medical examiner services joint powers agreement with Washington County (6-0)
• Approved $186,254 transit improvement board funding obligation (6-0)
• Approved Teamsters 320 collective bargaining agreement for Chief Correctional Officers (6-0)
• Established Absentee Ballot Board for 2022 (6-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Economic Growth and Community Investment Committee of the Whole will hold a workshop regarding workforce partnership updates. The discussion includes labor market information alignments.

• Workforce Partnership Updates and Labor Market Information Alignments (2022-288)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a proposed smoking and tobacco use ordinance and set a public hearing date. The agenda also includes approving property tax abatements, salary revisions for parks staff, and lease amendments.

• Proposed Ramsey County Smoking and Commercial Tobacco Use Ordinance
• Salary grade revisions for five Parks Maintenance and Operations Supervisory positions
• Property tax abatements of $10,000 or more for various Saint Paul, Roseville, and White Bear Lake parcels
• Lease amendment with Face to Face Health & Counseling Services for $250,000
• $20,242 project agreement with the Minnesota Association of Workforce Boards

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved the smoking and commercial tobacco use ordinance after a public hearing, revised salary grades for five parks job classifications, approved property tax abatements for 15 properties, and approved several administrative items including a lease amendment and workforce development agreement. All votes were unanimous among the six commissioners present, with one absent.

• Approved smoking and commercial tobacco use ordinance after public hearing (6-0)
• Approved revised salary grades for five parks maintenance supervisory job classifications (6-0)
• Approved property tax abatements for 15 properties in Saint Paul, Little Canada, Roseville, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, and White Bear Township (6-0)
• Approved amended Joint Powers Agreement with City of Saint Paul for Emergency Solutions Grant funds (6-0)
• Approved third lease amendment with Face to Face Health & Counseling Services, Inc. for $250,000 (6-0)
• Approved project agreement with Minnesota Association of Workforce Boards for $20,242 (6-0)
• Appointed six members to Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County (6-0)
• Cancelled July 26, 2022 board meeting (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider collective bargaining agreements with the Ramsey County Deputy Federation. They will also review an environmental assessment exemption for the Cleveland Avenue Reconstruction Project and a salary ordinance for commissioners. A presentation on the Housing Stability Project is scheduled for discussion.

• Collective bargaining agreements with Ramsey County Deputy Federation (2021, 2022-2024)
• Environmental assessment exemption for Cleveland Avenue Reconstruction Project
• 2023 Ramsey County Commissioners Salary Ordinance
• Pride Month 2022 proclamation

The Ramsey County Board approved the 2023 commissioner salary ordinance, continued participation in the state performance measurement program, and approved an environmental exemption for the Cleveland Avenue project. A collective bargaining agreement with the Ramsey County Deputy Federation was tabled. The board also held a closed meeting on cyber insurance.

• Approved 2023 commissioner salary ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved continuation in performance measurement program (unanimous)
• Approved environmental exemption for Cleveland Avenue Reconstruction (unanimous)
• Tabled collective bargaining agreement with Deputy Federation (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes (unanimous)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the Recycling and Energy Joint Activities Budget 2022-339. This item is sponsored by Public Health.

• Recycling & Energy: Joint Activities Budget 2022-339

Regional Railroad Authority

The Authority will consider a master partnership contract with the State of Minnesota for technical and professional services. This includes approving up to $452,574.17 in support services for the Riverview Corridor Project through MnDOT.

• Master Partnership Contract with the State of Minnesota for Riverview Corridor services
• Purchase of up to $452,574.17 in technical support services for the Riverview Corridor Project

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority approved a master partnership contract with the State of Minnesota for professional and technical services for the Riverview Corridor project, and authorized up to $452,574.17 for work order #1 under that contract. Both resolutions passed unanimously with six members voting aye and one absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Master Partnership Contract 1050254 with State of Minnesota for Riverview Corridor services (6-0)
• Authorized Chair to execute the master partnership contract (6-0)
• Approved up to $452,574.17 for Work Order #1 for Riverview Corridor services (6-0)
• Authorized County Manager to enter agreements and execute change orders within project funding (6-0)
• Authorized County Engineer to execute change orders within project funding (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider a resolution to disavow and discharge discriminatory property covenants and waive recording fees for related forms. Commissioners will also hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance. Additionally, the board will review pharmacy service agreements and highway mileage changes on Lexington Avenue South.

• Resolution to disavow and discharge discriminatory covenants
• Public hearing for proposed 2023 Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance
• Agreement with Contract Pharmacy Services Inc. for pharmaceutical products
• Revision of County State Aid Highway mileage for Lexington Avenue South

The Ramsey County Board approved a five-year agreement with Contract Pharmacy Services Inc. for pharmaceutical products, disavowed discriminatory covenants and directed recording of a form to discharge them, and made changes to County State Aid Highway mileage for Lexington Avenue South. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Commissioner McGuire absent. The board also held a public hearing on the 2023 commissioner salary ordinance with no public testimony, and later met in closed session to discuss legal strategy in Sullivan v. Ramsey County.

• Approved Contract Pharmacy Services Inc. agreement for 5 years (6-0)
• Disavowed discriminatory covenants and directed recording of discharge form (6-0)
• Revoked and redesignated CSAH mileage for Lexington Avenue South (6-0)
• Accepted Public Works Construction Quarterly Report (6-0)
• Accepted April 2022 contracts and purchases report (6-0)
• Waived second reading and held public hearing on 2023 commissioner salary ordinance (6-0)
• Approved agenda and June 7, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Authorized staff to proceed as discussed in closed meeting on Sullivan v. Ramsey County

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Board will hold a workshop to discuss a schematic design update for the River Balcony project. This discussion involves item 2022-296.

• River Balcony schematic design update (2022-296)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the '(Re)imagining Justice for Youth' initiative. This session is designated for discussion rather than final decisions.

• (Re)imagining Justice for Youth 2022-292

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a collective bargaining agreement for 9-1-1 telecommunicators and dispatchers for the years 2022 through 2024. The board also plans to set a public hearing date for a proposed smoking and commercial tobacco use ordinance.

• Collective bargaining agreement for 9-1-1 Telecommunicators and Dispatchers (2022-2024)
• Public hearing for Smoking and Commercial Tobacco Use Ordinance on June 28, 2022

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved a collective bargaining agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services #349 covering 9-1-1 telecommunicators and dispatchers for 2022-2024, and authorized the Chair and County Manager to execute it. The board also waived the first reading of a proposed Smoking and Commercial Tobacco Use Ordinance and set a public hearing for June 28, 2022. The agenda and minutes from May 24, 2022 were approved unanimously.

• Approved 2022-2024 collective bargaining agreement with LELS #349 for 9-1-1 dispatchers (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair and County Manager to execute the dispatcher union agreement (unanimous)
• Waived first reading of Smoking and Commercial Tobacco Use Ordinance (unanimous)
• Set public hearing on tobacco ordinance for June 28, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved June 7, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 24, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a multi-million dollar loan to support the Homeless Shelter Project and several lease amendments for county-used spaces. The board will also set a public hearing date for the 2023 Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance.

• $5,800,000 loan from General Fund for Homeless Shelter Project
• Joint Powers Agreement for dispatch services at the State Fairgrounds
• $358,542 lease amendment for space at Metro Square
• $26,906 monthly lease amendment for space at Stub Hall
• Public hearing date set for 2023 Commissioner’s Salary Ordinance

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved an additional loan of up to $5,800,000 from the General Fund for the Homeless Shelter Project. The board also approved several administrative items, including a joint powers agreement for dispatch services at the State Fairgrounds, lease amendments, and administrative code changes. A public hearing was set for June 14, 2022, on the proposed 2023 commissioner salary ordinance. All votes were unanimous among the six members present, with Commissioner McGuire absent.

• Approved $5.8M General Fund loan for Homeless Shelter Project (6-0)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with MN State Agricultural Society for dispatch services at State Fairgrounds (6-0)
• Approved Third Amendment to lease with State of Minnesota for Metro Square space, $358,542 (6-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to lease with Luther Seminary for Stub Hall, $26,906/month (6-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to lease with Catholic Charities for Mary Hall (6-0)
• Approved Administrative Code amendments for Community and Economic Development Department (6-0)
• Cancelled board meetings on July 5, Sept 13, Dec 6, Dec 27, 2022 (6-0)
• Set public hearing for June 14, 2022 on 2023 commissioner salary ordinance (6-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Board Workshop includes an update on advisory boards sponsored by the County Manager's Office. This is the only item listed on the agenda.

• Advisory Boards Update 2022-270

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will consider approving recommended projects and funding amounts for the preservation and construction of affordable housing. The meeting also includes approval of the May 17 agenda and May 10 minutes.

• Funding for affordable housing preservation and construction
• Authorization for County Manager to enter into loan agreements
• Approval of May 10, 2022, meeting minutes

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the agenda and the minutes from May 10, 2022. It also approved recommended projects and funding amounts for the preservation and construction of affordable housing, and authorized the County Manager to enter into related agreements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda of May 17, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved affordable housing projects and funding amounts (unanimous)
• Authorized County Manager to execute loan and other agreements for affordable housing (unanimous)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board is holding a workshop to discuss property valuation and regressivity. This item is sponsored by the County Assessor's Office.

• Property Valuation and Regressivity 2022-254

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider allocating $17 million from American Rescue Plan Act funds toward housing infrastructure. The agenda also includes approving bond obligations for inclusive housing and supporting nominations for county commissioners to national leadership positions.

• $17,000,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for Affordable Housing Investment
• General Obligation Bonds for inclusive housing development projects
• Obligation of American Rescue Plan Act funding for inclusive housing development
• March 2022 report of contracts, grants, and revenue agreements
• Nominations for commissioners to National Association of Counties leadership positions

The Ramsey County Board approved the second tranche of $17 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds for affordable housing investment (2021-2025), and separately approved obligations of ARPA funds and General Obligation Bonds for inclusive housing development projects. The board also accepted the March 2022 contracts report and supported nominations for NACo leadership positions. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $17M ARPA funds for affordable housing investment (7-0)
• Approved ARPA funding obligation for inclusive housing development (7-0)
• Approved General Obligation Bonds for inclusive housing development (7-0)
• Accepted March 2022 contracts and purchases report (7-0)
• Supported NACo leadership nominations for commissioners (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority approved two items related to the METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project. First, it authorized the use of grant funds under a Letter of No Prejudice for the civil construction contract, with the authority's share not to exceed $21.5 million. Second, it amended the financial commitment to increase the Ramsey County Parties' total contribution to $120,515,140, plus a share of a 10% contingency. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved use of grant funds for Gold Line civil construction contract, not-to-exceed $21.5M (unanimous)
• Amended financial commitment for Gold Line, total contribution not-to-exceed $120,515,140 plus $25,265,320 contingency share (unanimous)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority is reviewing the 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Act Action Plan. The meeting also includes approving amendments to the 2021 annual action plan.

• Approval of 2022-23 CDBG - HOME Investment Partnership Act Action Plan
• Acceptance of $1,215,369 in Community Development Block Grant funds
• Acceptance of $542,165 in HOME Investment Partnerships Act funds
• Approval of amended 2021 CDBG - HOME Investment Partnership Act Annual Action Plan

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Act Action Plan, accepting $1,215,369 in CDBG funds and $542,165 in HOME funds. The board also authorized the County Manager to execute related agreements and submit a substantial amendment to the 2021 plan. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2022-23 CDBG-HOME Action Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized acceptance of $1,215,369 CDBG and $542,165 HOME entitlement funds (unanimous)
• Authorized County Manager to execute HUD documents and agreements (unanimous)
• Approved amended 2021 CDBG-HOME Annual Action Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of Substantial Plan Amendment to HUD (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board is considering amendments to the financial commitment for the METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project. Other items include a $2.5 million grant program and a software contract with Fieldware, LLC.

• Amendment to funding for METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project
• Use of up to $21,500,000 in grant funds for METRO Gold Line construction
• $2,500,000 budget for Transforming Systems Together grant program
• $600,000 software agreement with Fieldware, LLC
• Update on Inclusive Housing Development Solicitation

The Ramsey County Board approved the use of grant funds for the METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project, committing up to $21.5 million for civil construction. They also amended the financial commitment, increasing the county's total contribution to $120.5 million plus a contingency share. Other actions included approving a $600,000 sole source agreement for automated phone software and establishing a $2.5 million grant program for child protection and foster care.

• Approved use of grant funds for METRO Gold Line BRT civil construction, not-to-exceed $21,500,000 (unanimous)
• Amended financial commitment for METRO Gold Line BRT, total county contribution not-to-exceed $120,515,140 plus $25,265,320 contingency (unanimous)
• Approved sole source agreement with Fieldware LLC for automated telephone system software, not-to-exceed $600,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized $2,500,000 budget for Transforming Systems Together expenditure grant program (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes (unanimous)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board is holding a workshop to discuss funding for the Emergency Communications Capital Project for 2022-23. This item is presented for discussion during the board workshop.

• Emergency Communications Capital Project Funding 2022-23

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several grant agreements and administrative allocations. This includes accepting funds for survivor support services and election cybersecurity improvements. The board will also consider allocating millions in ARPA funds for employee recognition and equipment.

• $510,000 grant for survivor support and prevention services
• $142,589 grant for election-related cybersecurity improvements
• Up to $5,000,000 in ARPA funds for employee recognition payments
• Up to $2,200,000 in ARPA funds for remote work equipment and technology
• Collective bargaining agreement with International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49

Board Workshop / Discussion

This workshop includes a discussion regarding an update on the Transforming Systems Together initiative and its associated grant process. The County Manager's Office is the sponsor for this item.

• Transforming Systems Together Update: Systems Transformation and Grant Process

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a $500,000+ grant for expanding opioid-related substance use disorder services. The agenda also includes approvals for e-waste recycling contracts and new labor agreements for sheriff staff. Additionally, the board will receive an update on the Housing Stability Project.

• $509,684 grant from MN DHS for opioid-related substance use disorder care expansion
• E-waste collection and recycling contract with Jobs Foundation
• Maintenance agreement with Rice Creek Watershed District for Long Lake Sediment Basin
• Collective bargaining agreements for Sheriff Commanders and Deputy Sergeants (2022-2024)
• Increase of 3.0 full-time equivalent positions in the Human Resources department

The Ramsey County Board approved all administrative items on the agenda, including a contract with Jobs Foundation for electronic waste collection, acceptance of a $509,684 state grant for opioid-related substance use disorder care, and collective bargaining agreements with two law enforcement labor units. The board also approved a personnel increase in Human Resources and rescinded an old indemnification resolution. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved e-waste collection contract with Jobs Foundation (Tech Dump) (7-0)
• Accepted $509,684 opioid care grant from MN Dept. of Human Services (7-0)
• Approved Rice Creek Watershed District access/maintenance agreement (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Unified Local Youth Plan submission (7-0)
• Rescinded indemnification of Ramsey County Agricultural Society (7-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with LELS #184 Sheriff Commanders (7-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with LELS #423 Sheriff Deputy Sergeants (7-0)
• Approved 3.0 FTE increase in Human Resources Talent Acquisition unit (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Economic Growth and Community Investment Service Team Committee of the Whole is holding a workshop and discussion. The agenda includes the Property Management Energy Initiative and the Ramsey County Fair.

• Property Management Energy Initiative discussion
• Ramsey County Fair discussion

Board Workshop / Discussion

The board will receive an update regarding the Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County (2022-076). This item is part of a workshop and discussion session sponsored by Workforce Solutions.

• Workforce Innovation Board of Ramsey County Update 2022-076

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider adopting Map D as the new Ramsey County Commissioner District Map. They will also review a $715,300 agreement for an inmate activity and welfare documentation system. Additionally, the board will consider a grant program budget of up to $300,000 for inclusive employers.

• Adoption of Map D as the new Ramsey County Commissioner District Map
• $715,300 agreement with Codex Corp. for an inmate activity and welfare system
• Up to $300,000 budget for Inclusive Employer Champions grant program
• Appointment of Pamela Maldonado to the Workforce Innovation Board

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board held a workshop to discuss speed limits on county roads. This item was sponsored by the Public Works department.

• Discussion regarding speed limits on county roads (2022-175)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Board will hold a workshop to review the Ramsey County Department Project Overview 2022-174. This session is sponsored by the Finance department.

• Ramsey County Department Project Overview 2022-174

Board of Commissioners

The Board is considering an agreement with Catholic Charities for emergency shelter services. They will also review a collective bargaining agreement for Emergency Communications Center Supervisors and reallocate $600,000 from a renovation project to a new clinical facility project.

• $583,661 sole source agreement with Catholic Charities for emergency shelter services
• Collective bargaining agreement for Emergency Communications Center Supervisors (2022-2024)
• Reallocation of $600,000 from 555 Cedar Street Auditorium Renovation to a new clinical facility project
• Discussion regarding redistricting commissioner districts

The Ramsey County Board approved a sole source agreement with Catholic Charities for emergency shelter services at the Family Service Center, totaling $583,661 for April 18 to December 31, 2022. The board also approved a collective bargaining agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services #353 for Emergency Communications Center Supervisors for 2022-2024, and closed the 555 Cedar Street Auditorium Renovation Project, reallocating $600,000 to a new Public Health Clinical Facility Project. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Reinhardt absent.

• Approved $583,661 sole source agreement with Catholic Charities for emergency shelter services (6-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services #353 for 2022-2024 (6-0)
• Closed 555 Cedar Street Auditorium Renovation Project and reallocated $600,000 to Public Health Clinical Facility Project (6-0)
• Accepted February 2022 report of contracts, grants, and purchases (6-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes of April 5, 2022 (6-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The authority will consider approving the April 12 agenda and March 22 minutes. The meeting also includes a presentation and funding request for the Transitway Impacts Research Program.

• $25,000 expenditure for the Transitway Impacts Research Program
• Approval of the April 12, 2022 agenda
• Approval of March 22, 2022 minutes

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board is holding a workshop to discuss the redistricting of County Commissioner Districts 2022-172. This item is sponsored by Property Tax, Records & Election Services.

• Redistricting of County Commissioner Districts 2022-172

Board Workshop / Discussion

This meeting is a Board Workshop and Committee of the Whole discussion concerning Enterprise Services. The provided agenda is sparse and only lists the Information and Public Records Service Team as a topic.

• Information and Public Records Service Team: Enterprise Services (2022-180)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several administrative agreements and a security grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. The agenda includes contracts for aerial imagery, coaching services, and ice rentals. The board will also consider a pipeline easement in Roseville and park restoration projects.

• $409,500 grant award for the 2022 Urban Area Security Initiative
• Agreement with Pictometry International Corp for aerial imagery at $57,150 annually
• Pipeline regulator station and easement agreement at 2180 Hamline Ave. N., Roseville
• Appointment of Matt Kramer to the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District Board
• Cooperative agreement with Family Values for Life for coaching services

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved a series of administrative items, including cooperative agreements, grant awards, and contracts for services. All motions passed unanimously with six members voting in favor and one absent. The board also accepted a financial report and made an appointment to a watershed district board.

• Approved cooperative agreement with Family Values for Life for family centered coaching services (6-0)
• Accepted $409,500 grant from MN Dept. of Public Safety for 2022 Urban Area Security Initiative (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Innovative Office Solutions for promotional items and purchasing site (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Pictometry International Corp for aerial imagery and web services (6-0)
• Approved easement agreement with Northern States Power for pipeline regulator station at 2180 Hamline Ave. N. (6-0)
• Approved ice rental agreement with Minnesota Made Hockey Inc. (6-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement for Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park Restoration Project (6-0)
• Appointed Matt Kramer to Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District Board of Managers (6-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Regional Railroad Authority will consider amendments to two lease agreements at Union Depot. These include changes to space and rental rates for Spinning Wylde, LLC and an adjusted rent schedule for Exhibits Development Group, LLC.

• Lease amendment with Spinning Wylde, LLC to expand space and increase rental rate at Union Depot
• Lease amendment with Exhibits Development Group, LLC for an adjusted rent schedule at Union Depot

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is considering a revised $6,612,717 budget and financing plan for the Battle Creek Winter Recreation Area project. The board is also reviewing a $5,938,714 annual operating grant for METRO Green Line Transitway Service. Additionally, a public hearing is proposed regarding a new ordinance for the Community and Economic Development Department.

• Revised $6,612,717 budget and financing plan for Battle Creek Winter Recreation Area
• $5,938,714 annual operating grant for METRO Green Line Transitway Service
• Collective bargaining agreement with International Union of Operating Engineers Local 70 (2022-2024)
• Public hearing for Community and Economic Development Department Ordinance
• Withdrawal of Joint Powers Agreement with Metro Alliance for Healthy Families

The Ramsey County Board approved a revised $6,612,717 budget and financing plan for the Battle Creek Winter Recreation Area, authorizing the County Manager to reallocate capital funds and execute agreements. The board also approved a collective bargaining agreement with Operating Engineers Local 70, a $5,938,714 transitway grant agreement with the Metropolitan Council, and withdrawal from the Metro Alliance for Healthy Families joint powers agreement. All votes were unanimous among the six commissioners present, with Commissioner Carter absent for most items.

• Approved revised Battle Creek Winter Recreation Area budget of $6,612,717 (6-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 70 for 2022-2024 (6-0)
• Approved $5,938,714 METRO Green Line operating grant agreement with Metropolitan Council (6-0)
• Approved withdrawal from Metro Alliance for Healthy Families joint powers agreement (6-0)
• Waived second reading of Community and Economic Development Department Ordinance (6-0)
• Held public hearing on proposed ordinance; no public testimony (6-0)
• Authorized closed meeting for bargaining update (6-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

This workshop meeting is scheduled to discuss procurement and contracting item 2022-161. The provided agenda contains only this single discussion item.

• Procurement and contracting 2022-161

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board Workshop includes a discussion by the Strategic Team Committee of the Whole concerning procurement and contracting 2022-134.

• Procurement and contracting 2022-134

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider a request for a design variance regarding lane and shoulder widths for Hugo Road improvements. The meeting also includes an update on the Housing Stability Project.

• Design variance request for Hugo Road improvements
• Recognition award for John Klavins, Director of Community Corrections
• Housing Stability Project update presentation

The Ramsey County Board approved a state aid variance request for Hugo Road improvements, allowing a narrower combined lane and shoulder width than state standards. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 8, 2022 session. A housing stability project update was presented for information only, with no action taken.

• Approved state aid variance for Hugo Road improvements (unanimous)
• Approved March 15, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 8, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority is considering amendments to the 2017 and 2019 Community Development Block Grant - HOME Investments Partnerships Act Annual Action Plans. The meeting includes approving proposed uses of funds and authorizing the County Manager to submit plan amendments to HUD.

• Amendment to 2017 and 2019 CDBG-HOME Annual Action Plans
• Approval of proposed uses of funds for CDBG-HOME plans
• Authorization for County Manager to submit plan amendments to HUD

Board of Commissioners

The Board is reviewing several grant agreements and funding allocations. This includes allocating $7,650,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act for workforce initiatives in partnership with Saint Paul. The Board also intends to affirm the direction to close the Ramsey County Care Center.

• Allocation of $7,650,000 in ARPA funds for workforce initiatives
• $207,306 grant for enhanced adult diversion services
• $115,500 grant for well sealing implementation
• Repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 939 County Road B2 West, Roseville
• Affirming the direction to close the Ramsey County Care Center

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners voted 6-1 to affirm the County Manager's recommended direction to close the Ramsey County Care Center and directed the County Manager to return with a plan for impacted employees. The board also approved several grants and funding allocations, including $7.65 million in ARPA funds for workforce programs and a $207,306 Byrne grant for adult diversion services.

• Affirmed closure of Ramsey County Care Center (6-1, Reinhardt nay)
• Approved $7.65M ARPA allocation for workforce programs with Saint Paul (unanimous)
• Ratified Byrne JAG grant renewal of $207,306 for adult diversion services (unanimous)
• Accepted $115,500 Well Sealing Implementation Grant from MN Board of Water and Soil Resources (unanimous)
• Approved repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 939 County Road B2 West for $25,719 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes from March 1, 2022 (unanimous)

Board Workshop / Discussion

This board workshop includes a discussion about the future of the Ramsey County Care Center. The item was sponsored by Social Services.

• Discussion on the Ramsey County Care Center 2022-106

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board is holding a workshop to discuss supporting immigrants and refugees. This discussion item, 2022-010, is sponsored by the County Manager's Office.

• Supporting Immigrants and Refugees in Ramsey County 2022-010

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a $1,229,186 agreement for the Gibbs Farm Master Plan and a $454,608 behavioral health grant. The agenda also includes adopting a new fine schedule for park ordinance violations and reviewing a data-sharing agreement with Roseville.

• $1,229,186 contract with AP Midwest LLC for Gibbs Farm Master Plan Design-Build Part 1
• $454,608 grant from Minnesota Department of Human Services for behavioral health services
• New civil penalty fine schedule for Ramsey County Park Ordinance violations
• Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Roseville for a Co-Responder Pilot Program
• Public hearing date set for March 22, 2022, regarding a new department ordinance

The Ramsey County Board approved a $1,229,186 design-build contract with AP Midwest LLC for the Gibbs Farm Master Plan Part 1, adopted a civil penalty fine schedule for park ordinance violations, accepted a $454,608 state grant for behavioral health, and approved a joint powers agreement with Roseville for a co-responder pilot. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The board also set a public hearing for March 22 on a proposed Community and Economic Development Department ordinance.

• Approved $1,229,186 design-build contract with AP Midwest LLC for Gibbs Farm Master Plan Part 1 (7-0)
• Adopted civil penalty fine schedule for park ordinance violations (7-0)
• Accepted $454,608 grant from MN Dept. of Human Services for behavioral health clinic (7-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement with Roseville for co-responder pilot program (7-0)
• Waived first reading of proposed Community and Economic Development Department ordinance (7-0)
• Set public hearing for March 22, 2022 on proposed ordinance (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Board will hold a workshop regarding the Pathways to Success on Probation - Reducing Revocations item (2022-067). This session is sponsored by Health and Wellness.

• Pathways to Success on Probation - Reducing Revocations 2022-067

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board will hold a workshop to discuss the Heading Home Ramsey Continuum of Care 2022-089. This item is sponsored by Housing Stability.

• Heading Home Ramsey Continuum of Care 2022-089

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several administrative items including a lease amendment for the Metro Square Building. They will also consider a revised Parks & Recreation Ordinance and a contract reinstatement for tax-forfeited property. Additionally, the board will receive updates on housing stability and public works construction.

• $250,000 single source agreement with W. Haywood Burns Institute
• Lease amendment for space at Metro Square Building
• Gift card service agreements with Holiday Stationstores and Burlington Stores
• Reinstatement of sales contract for 759 Cook Avenue East ($6,860)
• Adoption of a revised Parks & Recreation Ordinance

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items, including a lease amendment with the Metropolitan Council, a single source agreement with the W. Haywood Burns Institute, professional services agreements for gift cards, a bond declaration for Keller Regional Park, reinstatement of a sales contract for a tax-forfeited property, and the revised Parks & Recreation Ordinance. The board also reaffirmed the county's Vision, Mission, and Goals. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda and minutes of February 15, 2022.
• Approved lease amendment with Metropolitan Council for Metro Square (B2022-055).
• Approved single source agreement with W. Haywood Burns Institute for $250,000 (B2022-056).
• Approved gift card agreements with Holiday Stationstores and Burlington Stores (B2022-057).
• Approved bond declaration for Keller Regional Park (B2022-058).
• Approved reinstatement of sales contract for 759 Cook Avenue East (B2022-059).
• Accepted Public Works quarterly report and December 2021 contracts report (B2022-060, B2022-061).
• Reaffirmed county Vision, Mission, and Goals (B2022-062) and adopted revised Parks & Recreation Ordinance (B2022-063).

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners met to approve the February 15 agenda and the minutes from February 8. The board also considered awarding a general obligation bond sale for the 2022 Capital Improvement Program.

• Awarding the 2022 Capital Improvement Program Bond Series 2022A sale of up to $19 million

Board Workshop / Discussion

This meeting is a board workshop for the discussion of 2022 programming and initiatives within Community & Economic Development.

• Community & Economic Development 2022 programming and initiatives

Board Workshop / Discussion

This board workshop is sponsored by Public Health. The provided agenda contains no specific details regarding the topics to be discussed.

• 555 Cedar Transition 2022-068

Regional Railroad Authority

The authority is reviewing agreements and funding for two Bus Rapid Transit projects. This includes approving planning services for the METRO Purple Line and revising joint funding commitments for the METRO Gold Line.

• Agreement with Toole Design Group, LLC for METRO Purple Line planning up to $1,562,425
• Revised engineering phase funding for METRO Gold Line up to $54,875,064
• Revised construction phase funding for METRO Gold Line up to $65,640,076
• Total Ramsey County Parties share for METRO Gold Line project up to $120,515,140

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority approved a $1,562,425 agreement with Toole Design Group for station area planning on the METRO Purple Line BRT project. It also revised its financial commitment for the METRO Gold Line BRT project, increasing the total not-to-exceed amount to $120,515,140 plus a contingency share, subject to federal and other conditions. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $1,562,425 agreement with Toole Design Group for Purple Line station planning (unanimous)
• Approved revised Gold Line BRT funding commitment up to $120,515,140 plus contingency share (unanimous)
• Rescinded prior Gold Line funding approval in Resolution R2021-003
• Authorized Chair to execute Purple Line agreement
• Authorized County Manager to execute change orders for Purple Line agreement

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a revised financial commitment for the METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project. The agenda also includes a public hearing on Parks & Recreation ordinance amendments and an agreement with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for waste inspections.

• Revised funding commitment for METRO Gold Line BRT Project up to $120,515,140
• Public hearing on Parks & Recreation Ordinance amendments
• Joint Powers Agreement with MN Pollution Control Agency for hazardous waste inspections
• Approval of 2022 insurance premium contribution agreements
• Appointments to the Corrections Advisory Board and Personnel Review Board

The Ramsey County Board approved a revised financial commitment for the METRO Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit project, rescinding a prior resolution and setting a new not-to-exceed amount of $120,515,140 for the county's share, plus a contingency. The board also approved a revised Parks & Recreation Ordinance after a public hearing, and approved several administrative items including insurance agreements, a hazardous waste inspection joint powers agreement, and appointments to various boards.

• Approved revised METRO Gold Line BRT funding commitment (B2022-048)
• Approved revised Parks & Recreation Ordinance after public hearing (B2022-045)
• Approved insurance premium contribution memoranda for 2022 (B2022-046)
• Approved joint powers agreement with MPCA for hazardous waste inspections (B2022-047)
• Appointed Emma Koski to Corrections Advisory Board (B2022-049)
• Appointed Thomas Keul to Extension Committee (B2022-050)
• Appointed Beth Belle Isle and Charles Mwamba to Personnel Review Board (B2022-051)
• Approved November 2021 contracts and purchases report (B2022-052)

Board Workshop / Discussion

This Board Workshop includes a discussion regarding American Rescue Plan Act Funds for Workforce Initiatives. The item is sponsored by Workforce Solutions.

• American Rescue Plan Act Funds for Workforce Initiatives (2022-070)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Regional Railroad Authority will consider a $15,060 funding commitment to the Great River Rail Commission's 2022 work plan and budget. The agenda also includes appointments to the METRO Purple Line Bus Rapid Transit Project Corridor Management Committee.

• $15,060 funding commitment to the Great River Rail Commission
• Appointments of Victoria Reinhardt and Nicole Frethem to the METRO Purple Line committee
• Approval of the February 1, 2022 agenda
• Approval of the January 4, 2022 minutes

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority approved its agenda and prior minutes, then approved a $15,060 funding commitment to the Great River Rail Commission for its 2022 work plan and budget. It also appointed two commissioners to the METRO Purple Line Bus Rapid Transit Project Corridor Management Committee. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda for February 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 4, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,060 payment to Great River Rail Commission for 2022 work plan and budget (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Reinhardt and Commissioner Frethem to METRO Purple Line Corridor Management Committee (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider collective bargaining agreements for several AFSCME units through 2024. They will also review salary changes for non-represented employees and fund transfers to address budget shortfalls in enterprise funds. Additionally, the board will consider updates to public health fees and a lease amendment.

• AFSCME collective bargaining agreements for 2022, 2023, and 2024
• Fund transfers of up to $1.5 million to Lake Owasso and $3.4 million to Ramsey County Care Center
• Salary and benefit changes for non-represented employees through 2024
• Lease amendment with Badger Properties Riverview, LLC for $254,519
• Rejection of developer proposals for 601 South Century Avenue

The board unanimously approved collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME for 2022-2024, salary and benefit changes for non-represented employees, and several Public Health fee adjustments. It also approved fund transfers for county care facilities, a lease extension, and rejected a project labor agreement for a courthouse project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved AFSCME collective bargaining agreements for 2022-2024 (unanimous)
• Approved salary and benefit changes for non-represented employees 2022-2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 2.0 FTE increase in Public Health personnel (unanimous)
• Approved revised 2022-23 Environmental Health fees (unanimous)
• Approved adjustments to Public Health clinical fees (unanimous)
• Approved up to $4.9M transfer to close 2021 enterprise funds for Lake Owasso and Care Center (unanimous)
• Approved lease extension with Badger Properties Riverview, LLC for $254,519 (unanimous)
• Determined no Project Labor Agreement for courthouse roof/ductwork project (unanimous)

Board Workshop / Discussion

This meeting is a workshop and discussion regarding the 2022 Ramsey County Strategic Planning Work Session 2022-072. The session is sponsored by Policy & Planning.

• 2022 Ramsey County Strategic Planning Work Session 2022-072

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is considering an amendment to a $2,000,000 agreement for Sentence to Service operations. The agenda also includes approval of the 2022-2023 Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan and a grant agreement with the Minnesota Department of Corrections.

• Amendment to RS EDEN agreement for Sentence to Service program up to $2,000,000
• Approval of 2022-2023 Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan
• Grant Agreement with the Minnesota Department of Corrections
• Reinstatement of February 15 meeting for 2022 Capital Improvement Program Bond sale

The Ramsey County Board approved an amendment to the single source agreement with RS EDEN for the Sentence to Service operations program, increasing the total not-to-exceed amount to $2,000,000. The board also approved the 2022-2023 Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan and grant agreement with the Minnesota Department of Corrections, and reinstated the February 15, 2022 meeting to award the sale of the 2022 Capital Improvement Program Bond Series 2022A. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved amendment to RS EDEN agreement for Sentence to Service operations, total not-to-exceed $2,000,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2023 Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan and grant agreement with MN Dept. of Corrections (unanimous)
• Reinstated February 15, 2022 meeting to award sale of 2022 Capital Improvement Program Bond Series 2022A (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider authorizing a $19,000,000 bond sale and a $5,200,000 loan for the Homeless Shelter Project. The agenda also includes park ordinance amendments and housing stability updates.

• Authorization of up to $19,000,000 for a 2022 general obligation bond sale
• Approval of a loan up to $5,200,000 for the Homeless Shelter Project
• $200,000 agreement for engineering services on the Lexington Parkway Realignment Project
• Repurchase of tax-forfeited properties at 1128 Beech Street, 1277 Rice Street, and 760 Minnehaha Avenue East
• Sale of conservation land in White Bear Lake to County Public Works for $180

The Ramsey County Board approved a $5.2 million loan from the General Fund for the Homeless Shelter Project, authorized a $19 million bond sale, and approved several property transactions including repurchases and a sale. The board also waived the first reading of a revised Parks & Recreation Ordinance and set a public hearing for February 8, 2022. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $5.2M General Fund loan for Homeless Shelter Project (7-0)
• Authorized $19M general obligation bond sale, award date Feb 15, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved $200K engineering services agreement for Lexington Parkway Realignment (7-0)
• Approved lease amendment with Face to Face Health & Counseling Services (7-0)
• Approved repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 1128 Beech St for $25,744.51 (7-0)
• Approved repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 1277 Rice St for $11,098.90 (7-0)
• Approved repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 760 Minnehaha Ave E for $10,937.91 (7-0)
• Approved sale of conservation land to Ramsey County Public Works for $180 (7-0)

Board Workshop / Discussion

The Ramsey County Board Workshop will discuss an overview of the MnChoices program. This discussion involves a Health and Wellness Service Team collaboration to strengthen service delivery and increase access to home and community-based services.

• MnChoices Overview regarding service delivery and access

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority is reviewing several Environmental Response Fund grant awards for specific properties and schools. The meeting also includes an amendment to the 2020 Community Development Block Grant-HOME Investments Partnerships Act Annual Action Plan.

• $198,199 award for 176 South Robert Street
• $136,500 award for Kimball Court
• $43,400 award for Central Village Apartments
• $154,200 award for Saint Paul City School
• Amendment to the 2020 CDBG-HOME Investments Partnerships Act Annual Action Plan

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved four Environmental Response Fund grants totaling $532,299 for cleanup at 176 South Robert Street, Kimball Court, Central Village Apartments, and Saint Paul City School. The board also approved an amended 2020 Community Development Block Grant-HOME Action Plan and authorized the County Manager to submit it to HUD. Both items passed unanimously.

• Approved Environmental Response Fund grants: $198,199 for 176 South Robert Street, $136,500 for Kimball Court, $43,400 for Central Village Apartments, $154,200 for Saint Paul City School (unanimous)
• Authorized County Manager to sign agreements for the grants (unanimous)
• Approved amended 2020 CDBG-HOME Action Plan and authorized submission to HUD (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners is reviewing several contracts and grant agreements. Key items include a $601,800 agreement for emergency shelter beds and the adoption of the 2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program. The board will also consider state grants for conservation and water resources.

• $601,800 agreement with Model Cities for emergency shelter beds
• Adoption of the 2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program
• $314,460 DNR grant for Pigs Eye Island Habitat
• Decision not to use Project Labor Agreements on 2022 construction projects
• $113,434 grant from Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources

The board approved a single source agreement with Model Cities of St. Paul for emergency shelter beds at $601,800, and ratified several grants including $113,434 from the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources and $447,210 from the Minnesota DNR for conservation projects. It also adopted the 2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program, decided not to use Project Labor Agreements for 2022 public works projects, and approved amendments to the joint powers agreement with the Minnesota State Agricultural Society for law enforcement and security services, with added transition reporting requirements.

• Approved $601,800 single source agreement with Model Cities for emergency shelter beds (unanimous)
• Ratified $113,434 grant from MN Board of Water and Soil Resources (unanimous)
• Accepted $314,460 and $132,750 DNR Conservation Partners Legacy grants (unanimous)
• Determined Project Labor Agreements will not be used on 2022 public works projects (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (unanimous)
• Appointed David Perry and Grace Atkins to Library Board (unanimous)
• Approved amended Joint Powers Agreement with MN State Agricultural Society for law enforcement and security services (unanimous)
• Authorized County Manager salary increase retroactive to 2022 COLA (unanimous)

Regional Railroad Authority

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of previous minutes and the current agenda. The Regional Railroad Authority will also elect its 2022 chair, vice-chair, and secretary/treasurer. Additionally, the body will consider appointments to various outside committees.

• Election of Chair for 2022
• Election of Vice-Chair for 2022
• Election of Secretary/Treasurer for 2022
• Appointments to Outside Committees for 2022

The Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority held its first meeting of 2022, approving the agenda and prior minutes. The board elected Commissioner Ortega as Chair, Commissioner Reinhardt as Vice-Chair, and Commissioner Carter as Secretary/Treasurer for the year, all by unanimous vote. Appointments to outside committees for 2022 were also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; corridor updates were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved January 4, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Ortega as Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Reinhardt as Vice-Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Carter as Secretary/Treasurer for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to outside committees for 2022 (unanimous)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority met to approve the January 4, 2022 agenda and minutes from December 21, 2021. The meeting also included elections for the 2022 Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary.

• Approval of January 4, 2022 agenda
• Approval of December 21, 2021 minutes
• Election of the 2022 Chair
• Election of the 2022 Vice-Chair
• Election of the 2022 Secretary

The Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority held a routine organizational meeting, approving the agenda and prior minutes. It elected officers for 2022: McDonough as chair, Reinhardt as vice-chair, and Carter as secretary, all by unanimous vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 4, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected McDonough as 2022 chair (unanimous)
• Elected Reinhardt as 2022 vice-chair (unanimous)
• Elected Carter as 2022 secretary (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will elect its Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2022 term. The meeting includes appointments to various standing committees, outside boards, and the Regional Railroad Authority. The board will also consider contracts for official newspaper publications.

• Election of the 2022 Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Contract with Press Publications, Inc. at $5.49 per column inch
• Contract with St. Paul Pioneer Press at $6.30 per column inch
• Appointments to the Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners held its annual organizational meeting, electing Commissioner MatasCastillo as Chair and Commissioner McDonough as Vice-Chair for 2022. The board also adopted its 2022 rules of procedure, made appointments to standing committees, outside boards, and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and Regional Railroad Authority, and awarded newspaper publication contracts. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Elected MatasCastillo as Chair for 2022 (7-0)
• Elected McDonough as Vice-Chair for 2022 (7-0)
• Adopted Rules of Procedure for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved appointments to standing committees for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved appointments to outside boards and committees for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved appointments to Housing and Redevelopment Authority for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved appointments to Regional Railroad Authority for 2022 (7-0)
• Awarded newspaper publication contracts to Press Publications and Pioneer Press (7-0)