In an effort to promote sustainability, the City of Ramsey has joined hands with the Recycling Association of Minnesota (RAM) to offer eco-friendly rain barrels and compost bins to the public, materials that are forged entirely from recycled plastic. These items are now on sale but exclusively through preordering online, as there will be no on-site sales. The merchandise promises not just to aid in water conservation but also to enrich gardening practices with nutrient-rich compost.

According to a Facebook announcement by the City of Ramsey, eager green thumbs can snap up the 45-gallon rain barrels priced at $90—a steal for the water-conscious resident. Measuring 24 inches in depth and width and standing 32 inches high. In addition, compost connoisseurs have the opportunity to purchase compost bins with a generous 125-gallon capacity for $76, designed to fit snugly at 30 inches high and 33 inches in diameter.

Inhabitants driven by an intention to reduce their environmental footprint can place their orders by visiting the designated RAM website. Reminiscent of bygone days when conservation was a community effort, the present initiative taps into that same communal spirit, encouraging residents to contribute to a greener future. These products promise to offer Ramsey locales a tangible means to make a difference in their immediate environmental impacts.

The preordered items will be available for pickup on Wednesday, May 1, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., the residents must retrieve their barrels and bins at Ramsey Public Works. Located at 14199 Jasper Street NW, Ramsey, the site serves as a central hub for environmental initiatives within the city. Hoping to see a significant turnout, this initiative not only illuminates Ramsey's dedication to sustainability but also manifests its commitment in actionable terms.