Chapter 383A — Boundaries

383A.01 Boundaries This section sets the official boundaries of Ramsey County using legal land descriptions. It also adds certain parts of … 383A.011 Session Laws That Do Not Apply to Ramsey County Several old special laws and session laws no longer apply to Ramsey County. This section lists the specific laws that … 383A.02 Powers and Duties Ramsey County has all the powers and duties that Minnesota's general laws give to counties. This section also gives … 383A.03 Taxation Ramsey County can levy taxes for the hospital, detention facilities, parks, ice arenas, a golf course, arts and … 383A.04 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.05 Assessment Ramsey County can spend money each year to assess all property in the county for tax purposes. The county can hire … 383A.06 Welfare Ramsey County must pay for welfare programs not covered by federal, state, or private funds. The county can borrow money … 383A.07 Parks and Recreation Ramsey County can buy land, build parks, and run a park and recreation system. The county can issue bonds for ice arenas … 383A.08 Detention and Corrections Ramsey County can run detention facilities, workhouses, work farms, and juvenile detention centers. The county controls … 383A.09 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.10 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.11 Morgue Ramsey County is required to provide, equip, and run a public morgue. 383A.12 Health Department Ramsey County can create a comprehensive health department that provides public health and mental health services. The … 383A.13 Paramedics Ramsey County can employ paramedics who are trained and certified to give emergency cardiac and other lifesaving care. … 383A.14 Air Quality Ramsey County can buy or lease an ambulance for the county highway patrol. The ambulance and crew must have the … 383A.15 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.151 Ramsey County Economic Development Authority Ramsey County may use money from tax-forfeited land sales for the same county purposes as other property tax revenue. … 383A.152 Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority; Additional Powers Ramsey County can exchange land it owns for other land when the exchange serves a public purpose. The county board must … 383A.155 Housing Improvement Areas Ramsey County can use certain public land for affordable housing or economic development projects. The county can sell … 383A.16 Highway Improvements Ramsey County can hire a purchasing agent and set up a central purchasing system. The county can buy supplies, … 383A.165 Seasonal Highway Load Restrictions Ramsey County may acquire land and buildings for county offices and other county purposes. The county can also lease … 383A.17 Capitol Approach Ramsey County can contract for services and enter into agreements with other government units. The county can join with … 383A.18 Soldiers' Rest Ramsey County can set up a retirement and pension system for county employees. The county can also provide group … 383A.19 Codification of Special Laws Ramsey County can sue and be sued. The county has the legal standing to bring court cases and to defend against claims … 383A.20 Government Administration The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners has seven members elected from districts. The board sets policy, passes … 383A.201 Officials Not to Be Interested in Contracts Ramsey County must maintain a law library for public use. The county board decides where to locate the library and how … 383A.21 Fees of the Court Administrator of District Court, Coroner and County Recorder The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners can adopt rules for how it conducts meetings and does business. The board must … 383A.22 Fee System for County Services, Document Processing Ramsey County has a county manager who is appointed by the county board. The manager runs the day-to-day operations of … 383A.23 Commissioners; Composition; Redistricting Ramsey County has several elected officials including a county attorney, sheriff, and county auditor. These officials … 383A.24 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.25 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.26 Organization Ramsey County employees are covered by a merit-based civil service system. Hiring, promotion, and discipline must follow … 383A.27 Procedure Ramsey County can create advisory boards and commissions to help with county governance. The county board appoints … 383A.28 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.281 Definitions This section defines key terms used in the Ramsey County personnel system, including what counts as an employee, a … 383A.282 County Board Responsibilities The Ramsey County personnel system must follow the merit principle. Hiring and promotions are based on qualifications … 383A.283 Human Resources Department The Ramsey County Human Resources Department manages the county personnel system. The department handles job … 383A.284 General; Human Resources Powers of Department and County Board Ramsey County must maintain a classification plan that groups all positions into classes based on duties and … 383A.285 Classified Service The Ramsey County classified service includes most county positions. Employees in the classified service have civil … 383A.286 Unclassified Service Certain Ramsey County positions are in the unclassified service, meaning they do not have full civil service … 383A.287 Personnel Review Board Ramsey County has a Personnel Review Board that hears appeals from county employees. The board reviews disciplinary … 383A.288 Competitive Examinations Ramsey County must use competitive examinations to fill positions in the classified service. The exams test job-related … 383A.289 Eligible Lists Ramsey County employees in the classified service must serve a probationary period after being hired or promoted. During … 383A.29 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.291 Certification of Eligibles Ramsey County employees can be laid off when there is a shortage of funds or work. Layoffs must follow seniority rules. … 383A.292 Noncompetitive Appointments Ramsey County employees in the classified service can be disciplined or discharged only for just cause. Employees must … 383A.293 Probationary Period Ramsey County employees can file grievances about workplace issues. The grievance process provides steps for resolving … 383A.294 Grievances Ramsey County employees have the right to organize and join unions. The county must bargain in good faith with certified … 383A.295 Conditions of Employment Ramsey County must provide equal employment opportunities. The county cannot discriminate in hiring, promotion, or other … 383A.296 Misconduct Ramsey County can establish an employee assistance program to help workers with personal problems that affect their job … 383A.297 Political Activity Ramsey County must keep personnel records for all employees. Employees have the right to review their own personnel … 383A.298 Transitional Provisions Ramsey County can adopt rules to implement the personnel system. The rules cover hiring procedures, classification, … 383A.299 Penalties The Ramsey County personnel system provisions in sections 383A.281 to 383A.301 take priority over conflicting general … 383A.30 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.301 Status of Present Employees Ramsey County employees who had permanent status before the personnel system took effect keep their status. No employee … 383A.31 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.32 Purchasing The Ramsey County Attorney is elected and serves as the chief prosecutor and legal advisor for the county. The office … 383A.321 Definitions Ramsey County has a medical examiner system instead of a coroner. The medical examiner investigates deaths that may not … 383A.322 Small Business Set-aside The Ramsey County medical examiner must be notified of all deaths that occur suddenly, unexpectedly, or under suspicious … 383A.323 Purchasing Through Health Care Cooperative The Ramsey County medical examiner can order an autopsy when needed to determine the cause of death. The county pays for … 383A.33 Assessor The Ramsey County Sheriff is elected and runs the sheriff's office. The sheriff is responsible for law enforcement, … 383A.34 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.35 Court Commissioner Ramsey County can create special service districts within the county to provide specific services to defined areas. … 383A.36 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.37 Sheriff; Fees Ramsey County can enter into joint powers agreements with other government entities to share services, equipment, or … 383A.38 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.381 Abstract Clerk Ramsey County can create a community corrections system as an alternative to state prison for certain offenders. The … 383A.39 Courthouse and City Hall The Ramsey County Board can adopt ordinances with penalties for violations. Ordinances must be published before taking … 383A.40 Welfare Department; Local Social Services Agency Ramsey County can regulate certain activities through licensing. The county board can require licenses for businesses … 383A.404 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.405 Corrections Ramsey County can create and fund a housing and redevelopment authority to address housing needs and blight in the … 383A.41 Ramsey County can manage solid waste collection and disposal within the county. The county can contract with private … 383A.411 Bonds or Levy for Water System for County Buildings Ramsey County can establish a recycling program and require residents and businesses to participate. The county can set … 383A.42 County Surveyor; Approval of Plat Ramsey County can acquire, build, and operate waste processing and disposal facilities. The county can issue bonds to … 383A.421 Surveyor Fees Ramsey County can establish a household hazardous waste collection program. The county can set up drop-off sites and … 383A.43 Legislative Research Committee Ramsey County can regulate the flow of solid waste to ensure county waste facilities receive enough material to operate … 383A.44 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.45 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.46 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.47 Reduction of Appropriations Ramsey County can cooperate with other counties and government entities on waste management. The county can enter into … 383A.48 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.49 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.50 Administration of Budget Ramsey County can establish a geographic information system (GIS) to collect, store, and share land and property data. … 383A.551 Ramsey County; Charter Commission Ramsey County can create a veterans service office to help veterans access benefits and services. The county must … 383A.552 Charter Commission; Nominations and Appointments The Ramsey County veterans service officer helps veterans file claims for federal benefits and connects them with … 383A.553 Charter Commission; Terms; Chair; Expenses and Administration Ramsey County can spend money to assist needy veterans and their families. The county can provide emergency financial … 383A.554 Powers and Duties Ramsey County can establish a veterans memorial or monument. The county can spend money to build and maintain memorials … 383A.555 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.556 Effective Date Ramsey County can participate in state and federal veterans programs. The county can accept grants and enter into … 383A.601 Legislative Findings This section defines terms used in the Ramsey County charter home rule provisions. It establishes the meaning of key … 383A.602 Definitions Ramsey County can adopt a home rule charter through a charter commission. The charter sets up the county's form of … 383A.603 District Erosion and Sediment Control Program The Ramsey County Charter Commission is responsible for drafting and proposing changes to the county charter. Members … 383A.604 Organization Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Programs Ramsey County voters can amend the county charter by petition and election. A proposed amendment must be submitted to … 383A.605 Compliance The Ramsey County home rule charter takes effect after it is approved by the voters. Existing county ordinances and … 383A.606 Discontinuance of Ramsey Soil and Water Conservation District; Transfer of Duties Ramsey County's home rule charter powers are in addition to powers granted by state law. If the charter and state law … 383A.62 Elections Department Merger Ramsey County can impose a mortgage registry tax and a deed tax as authorized by state law. These taxes are collected … 383A.65 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.75 Joint Property Tax Advisory Committee Ramsey County can create an environmental health program to regulate activities that affect public health and the … 383A.76 This section has been repealed and is no longer in effect. It was part of Chapter 383A, which covers Ramsey County … 383A.80 Ramsey County Deed and Mortgage Tax Ramsey County can establish a community health board to plan and coordinate public health services in the county. The … 383A.81 Environmental Response Fund Ramsey County can operate a public hospital or contract with other providers for hospital services. The county can issue … 383A.90 Definitions Ramsey County can create a workforce development program to help residents find jobs and improve their skills. The … 383A.91 Incorporation as Nonprofit Corporation Ramsey County can establish economic development programs to attract and retain businesses. The county can offer tax …