Countywide organics recycling rollout
Summary
Food scrap collection is rolling out to northern Ramsey County communities now, with Roseville and Falcon Heights expected in December and Saint Paul in early 2027. 347 tons of food waste have already been diverted from landfills, and participation is around 13%.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct county cost discussed; program funded through Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy.
Residents across Ramsey County get curbside food scrap diversion that reduces landfill waste.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners — July 7, 2026
Food scrap collection is rolling out to northern Ramsey County communities now, with Roseville and Falcon Heights expected in December and Saint Paul in early 2027. 347 tons of food waste have already been diverted from landfills, and participation is around 13%.
Board of Commissioners — June 2, 2026
Food scrap collection will be countywide by the end of the year, with the final cities — including St. Paul and Roseville — joining by December.
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