RCLLG March Newsletter

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Newsletter Content:

1. April Program Invitation

2. Skilled Workforce Program Recap

3. NAMI Ramsey County Webinars & Resources

4. 2023 Program Recaps

RCLLG is Trash Talking!

Friday, April 14 | 7:30 – 9:00 AM | Zoom Meeting

It’s almost Earth Day, and that means it’s time to talk... trash!

In our April program, learn how your community can more effectively manage waste and be more environmentally friendly. First, hear from Maplewood representatives as they discuss their organized trash & recycling hauling program, detailing its origins, benefits and how your community can begin its own program. Then, learn about Ramsey County’s new organic collection and composting program, a system designed to help schools and communities manage food waste. This informational program is free to all RCLLG member organizations’ elected officials and staff, so don’t waste this opportunity – register today!

Attendance is FREE! All RCLLG member communities and organizations are invited – please share this invitation with your elected officials and staff!

There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

The 2023 RCLLG directory is here!

Find contact information for members and state legislators, read handy information about RCLLG, and more! Visit our website to view this directory at any time.

Skilled Workforce Program Summary

Last Friday, March 8th, we heard presentations discussing the shortage of students/youth pursuing the skilled trades and its impact on our workforce and on our communities. We were fortunate to hear from four experts: Scott Stallman, Provost at Dunwoody; Don Mullin, Saint Paul Building Trades Council Executive; Jill Stewart-Kellar of Northeast Metro 916 School District, and Ling Becker, Ramsey County’s Director of Workforce Solutions.

• Scott Stallman shared that 31.2 million Americans between the ages of 18-28 feel like they don’t have a career path. By 2030, 62% of firms will struggle to fill positions. There is an incorrect perception that a 4-year degree is the path to financial independence and success, that skilled trades are physically taxing, dirty, and for men. 
• Don Mullin explained how we need to focus on engaging our student body. This includes introducing students to trades when they are underclassmen.
• Jill Stewart-Kellar says that at 916 schools, they aim to enroll 100% of students post-graduation. Challenges for students includes obtaining resources and exposure and creating a customized educational experience. 
• Ling Becker shared that 50% of Ramsey County’s population is under the age of 34 and went on to explain Ramsey County’s efforts in breaking down barriers of entry into the workforce.

What can your community do?

• Field Trip/Tours
• Career Shadows
• Internship/Apprenticeships
• Student Mentor
• Student Scholarship
• Supply an advisory committee member in one of the career areas
• Sponsor a teacher of expert teaching assistant to help sustain/support a program
• Have a booth at a school career fair
• List your job postings with a local school

Download Jill Stewart-Keller's Slide Deck

Download Ling Becker's Slide Deck

NAMI Ramsey County Resources

NAMI-Ramsey County Spring Webinar Series in Partnership with the Ramsey County Public Library

NAMI Ramsey County invites you to participate in their spring webinar series offered in partnership with Ramsey County Public Library. All programs are free, open to interested adults in Ramsey County (and beyond), and will be recorded for future access.  

1) Panel and Listening Session: Clozapine for Treatment-Resistant Psychosis: Why is it the best antipsychotic yet so difficult to get--and what can be done about that?

Wednesday, April 19 | 6:30-8:30 PM

Register here

2) Anosognosia and Serious Mental Illnesses

Wednesday, May 10 | 6:30-8:00 PM

Register here

3) Childhood Trauma and Healing

Thursday, June 1 | 6:30-8:00 PM

Register here

First-Ever Mental Health Clubhouse

Mental Health Clubhouse: Filling a Gap in Ramsey County for People Living with Serious Mental Illness



With a diverse partnership and in collaboration with Vail Place, NAMI Ramsey County is excited to lay the groundwork to launch our county's first-ever mental health clubhouse. The clubhouse model is an evidence-based program that promotes purpose, employment and social engagement among people living with serious mental illnesses. To learn more about this successful approach and efforts underway to start a local clubhouse, you are invited to access the following 90 minute recording of their recent webinar offered on March 7th. Click the button below to access.

For more info and to get involved, please contact Co-Chair Mindy Greiling. 

2023 Program Recaps

As we look towards our next program, we want to provide you with a lookback on our 2023 programs.

January: No program held in January.

February: On February 10, we held our annual Legislative Priorities & Updates program. It was a busy time due to the legislative session, and we were fortunate to hear updates from Rep. Hemmingsen-Jaeger, Senator Sandra Pappas, Representative Liz Lee, and Senator John Marty.