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Archive for February, 2010

Ramsey County Receives Pathways Out of Poverty Grant

Feb 5

Posted by Ramsey in ARRA, Energy, Jobs, Ramsey County | No Comments

Green jobs are a focus of the grant-funded program.

Workforce Solutions, a key partner, along with more than 11 other agencies, has been awarded $4 million DOL Pathways Out of Poverty Grant.  This grant will be used to create career pathways for participants that include training-related assessments, subsidized work experiences, basic skills training, workplace readiness, case management, and supportive services. The grantee will also use a dual-customer service approach to address the needs of both employers and participants, and be focused on green and energy-related jobs.

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Ramsey County Jobs List Updated

Feb 5

Posted by Art Coulson in Jobs, Ramsey County | No Comments

The Ramsey County Human Resources Department has updated the list of job opportunities on our website for which Ramsey County is currently seeking applications.  New job postings include Service Worker-Yard Waste Monitor.  You may file your application online using our easy-to-use, secure website.  You may also check the status of previously filed applications.

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Announcing 2010 Neighborhood STAR Loan & Grant Program

Feb 5

Posted by Ramsey in Grants Available, Small Business, St. Paul | No Comments

The City of Saint Paul will begin its 2010 Neighborhood Sales Tax Revitalization (STAR) Loan & Grant Program with a workshop on Wednesday, February 10th. Non-profit, for-profit, and public entities are invited to apply for a standard repayment loan and/or grant assistance over $5,000.  For profit applicants must include in their proposal a standard repayment loan equal to 50% or more of the total STAR dollars being requested.  STAR provides funding for capital improvement projects within the City of Saint Paul and requires a minimum $1 to $1 match with private resources.

Key dates:

  • Feb. 10th: Orientation workshop: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., St. Bernard’s Parish Hall, 170 Rose Avenue West.
  • April 1st: Applications are due by 4 p.m.
  • May: Proposals reviewed by the Neighborhood STAR Board.
  • June: Recommendations forwarded to the Mayor and City Council.

Guidelines and application forms will be available at the workshop, by calling 651- 266-STAR or online.

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