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Executive Summary: 2025 Ramsey County, MN Hazard Mitigation Plan <br />Introduction <br />The 2025 Ramsey County, MN Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) is a multi-jurisdictional initiative aimed at <br />reducing the long-term risks associated with natural, technological, and human-caused hazards. This plan <br />provides a strategic framework to enhance community resilience, minimize economic losses, and protect human <br />life and property. Developed in collaboration with local jurisdictions and stakeholders, the HMP aligns with <br />federal and state mitigation planning requirements. <br />Goals and Objectives <br />The plan establishes four primary goals: <br />1. Mitigate impacts to life, property, the economy, and the environment from natural, technological, and <br />human-caused hazards. <br />2. Strengthen local capacity and resources to create resilience against these hazards. <br />3. Enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure and community systems to withstand disruptions. <br />4. Increase public awareness and engagement through education and outreach. <br />Planning Process <br />The plan was developed with extensive community participation, including: <br />• Collaboration between Ramsey County, all 16 municipalities and one township. <br />• Formation of a Local Planning Team (LPT) comprised of emergency management officials, city <br />administrators, fire chiefs, and law enforcement personnel. <br />• Public engagement via surveys and stakeholder outreach to ensure inclusivity, particularly for <br />vulnerable and traditionally underserved populations. <br />• Regular virtual planning meetings and assessments of past mitigation actions. <br />Community Profile <br />Ramsey County is Minnesota's second-most populous county, with a population exceeding 550,000 residents. It <br />has a diverse economy, dense urban development, and a variety of natural features, including lakes, rivers, and <br />parks. The county faces climate change risks, with increasing temperatures, heavier precipitation, and more <br />frequent extreme weather events. <br />Risk Assessment <br />A comprehensive risk assessment was conducted to identify and rank hazards based on threat level, <br />vulnerability, and potential consequences. The key hazards identified include: <br />• High-Risk Hazards: <br />o Tornadoes and windstorms <br />o Summer weather hazards (e.g., extreme heat, severe storms) <br />o Winter weather hazards (e.g., blizzards, ice storms) <br />• Medium-Risk Hazards: <br />o Flooding <br />o Drought <br />o Hazardous materials incidents