Olmsted County Minnesota

Did you know? Across Minnesota, 500 to 600 children are waiting to be adopted. In Olmsted County, about 25 children wait at any time, most with an identified family through relatives or planning. Learn more about adoption services through Olmsted County: https://bit.ly/3CxatyW

A reminder, Olmsted County offices are closed today, November 29, 2024. Regular business hours will resume Monday, December 2, 2024. https://bit.ly/4i9rHm9

This Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on our mission: "Building a sustainable foundation for a safe, healthy, and welcoming community through public service excellence." We are deeply thankful for the dedicated staff who work tirelessly to serve and for the residents who make Olmsted County such a vibrant and inspiring place. #HappyThanksgiving

The Drug and Alcohol Response Team (DART) in Olmsted County is committed to breaking the stigma around substance misuse in our community. https://bit.ly/4hYNxJe

Howdy Folks, its Workforce Wednesday and this week we have some great opportunities to share including a Property Manager, Social Workers, Graham Site Technician, and much more! If you're looking for a new opportunity, join us and apply today! https://bit.ly/4dMOPnu #LoveWhereYouWork

Olmsted County offices will be closed Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, 2024, in observance of Thanksgiving. Regular business hours will resume Monday, December 2, 2024. https://bit.ly/4i9rHm9

Today is the last day to apply to become a member of the Restorative Practices Advisory Committee (RPAC). Make a difference by supporting approaches that heal harm and strengthen community connections! Apply online: https://bit.ly/48QdfeF

This month, we honor the amazing families in Olmsted County who have welcomed children into their hearts through adoption. Thank you for making a difference! Learn more about adoption services through Olmsted County: https://bit.ly/3CxatyW

Congratulations to Stephanie Foster, Olmsted County Lead Housing Specialist, our November 2024 Employee Spotlight recipient! Thank you for the work you do to help people in our community secure and maintain stable housing. We appreciate you!

Fourth-grade students at Jefferson Elementary School participated in Deer Heart Dissection Day, made possible by deer harvested during the annual Disabled American Veterans (DAV) deer hunt. The students showed great curiosity and asked many thoughtful questions! Thank you, hunters, school staff, students, and volunteers!