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The following is a list of questions frequently asked by citizens. You may search for specific words or phases, or shorten the list by selecting a specific category.
Birnamwood Golf Course
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Children 4 and under are not permitted on the golf course. Children 5-9 may play golf when accompanied by an adult 18 or older. Children 10 and up may golf without adult supervision.
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Burnsville Ice Center
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$4.00 per person regardless of age.
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Provide recreational skating and ice related activities to the public and various user groups.
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Public Skating, Adult Open Hockey, Learn to Skate Lessons, Ice Rental, Adult Hockey Leagues, Meeting Room Rental, Birthday Parties
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Our public skating hours are: September to April – Monday through Friday 11:00am-1:00pm, Saturday 7:30pm-9:00pm and Sunday 12:00pm-1:30pm May – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 11:00am-1:00pm, Saturday 7:30pm-9:00pm and Sunday 12:00pm-1:30pm June to August – Monday, Wednesday Friday 3:30pm-5:00pm and Sunday 12:00pm-1:30pm
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September to April – Wednesday through Friday 11:00am-1:00pm and Sunday 9:00am-10:30am May – Thursday 11:00am-1:00pm and Sunday 9:00am-10:30am June to August – Sunday 9:00am-10:30am
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The Burnsville Ice Center only requires helmets.
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Yes, we carry whole sizes of skates. No half sizes.
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We offer Learn Skate lessons year round. We have four different sessions, Fall (registration is in late August-lessons begin in early September), Winter (registration is in early November-lessons begin in mid November), Spring (registration is in late January-lessons begin in early February), Summer (registration is in early May-lessons begin in mid June).
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The Impressions on Ice Show is generally held the last weekend in April on a Friday and Saturday evening. Show times are at 7:00pm.
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Ice Show tickets go on sale in early April each year. Prices range from $12.00 for reserved seating to $5.00 for Students and Seniors.
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The Burnsville Hockey Club and the Burnsville Minnesota Valley Figure Skating Club are volunteer organizations that use our facility as their address; however they do not have any staff located at our phone number to answers questions. Their volunteers change from year to year, so when calling for the respective Clubs please ask Ice Center staff for a Club representative that you can contact.
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www.blazehockey.com www.lakeconference.org www.minnesotahockey.org www.bmvfsc.org www.mshsl.org www.rinkfinder.com
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Skaters should be warm & and comfortable so dress in layers with mittens or gloves. Snow pants or warm up pants are good because they are water proof. Helmets are required for the Hockey Tracks classes, and strongly recommended for the beginner classes.
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Generally, any new skater, 4 yrs. or older, can be in a beginner or hockey tracks 1 class. If they are 3, they can go into a P.A.L.S. class where a parent / guardian skates with them. If your child has had lessons before or has some skating experience, please call the coordinator for an evaluation at 952-895-4657.
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City Clerk
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To obtain licensing information, please contact the Licensing Coordinator at 952-895-4460.
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Council Meetings 7:00 pm Council Worksessions 6:30 pm
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City Council
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Counil Meetings 7:00 pm Council Worksessions 6:30 pm
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Communications Department
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Contact the Communications Coordinator at 952-895-4402.
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Community Services Department
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There are lots of ways to volunteer! You can help out in the Police Department; work with kids at the golf course, volunteer in the parks or at City Hall. Click on the various opportunities listed in this website or call us if you don’t see what you are interested in, we can help to match your talents to a position.
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Economic Development
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Check our land availability link or call Skip Nienhaus at 952-895-4454.
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Elections - Candidates
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You must be a citizen of the United States and be an eligible voter. Qualifications, such as age and years of residency, vary. M.S. 204B.06 lists the specific requirements for each office.
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County, municipal, school district and judicial offices are non-partisan offices. Political party identification is not required. Federal and state offices, except for judicial offices, are partisan offices. You must include a political party name when filing for the office. A candidate who has not filed as Independence, Democratic-Farmer-Labor, or Republican must also submit a nominating petition.
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Campaign financial reporting is governed by M.S. 211A. Candidates file their financial reports at the same location they filed their affidavits of candidacy. If the candidate receives contributions or makes disbursements of more than $750, an initial finance report must be filed within 14 days of receiving or disbursing the $750. During a year when the candidate’s name is on the ballot at least three finance reports must be filed: 10 days before the Primary 10 days before the General 30 days after the General Annual reports are required by January 31 of each year following an election until a final financial report is filed. A Certification of Filing must be filed no later than 7 days after the General Election. The certification states that all required financial reports have been submitted.
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Every candidate must file an affidavit of candidacy. Affidavits for city elections are filed with the Licensing/Election Department at Burnsville City Hall and school district offices are filed with the school district. The affidavits for county offices are filed with the Dakota County Treasurer-Auditor. For state offices where the entire district is in Dakota County, the affidavit is filed with the Treasurer-Auditor. For federal and state offices that will be voted on in more than one county, the affidavit is filed with the MN Secretary of State in St. Paul.
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Fair campaign practices are regulated by M.S. 211B. Some of the practices regulated by this statute are contributions, advertisements, improperly influencing voters, limitations on the purpose for which money is spent, and Election Day campaign activities. M.S. 211B.045 Noncommerical Signs Exemption: In any municipality with an ordinance that regulates the size of noncommercial signs, notwithstanding the provisions of that ordinance, all noncommercial signs of any size may be posted from August 1 in a state general election year until ten days following the state general election. Dakota County has policies governing the placing of signs on rights-of-way and municipalities may have their own ordinances.
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Except for judicial candidates, individuals filing for an elective office must file a statement of economic interest. Candidates for state offices file with the Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board (formerly Ethical Practices Board). Candidates for local offices file with their governing body (city council, school board, etc.). The statement must be filed within 14 days after filing an affidavit of candidacy and within 60 days of accepting employment. A supplementary statement must be filed on April 15th of each year the individual remains in office.
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The City filing fee is $5.00. Other Filing Fees vary by the office being sought and are governed by M.S. 204B.11, 205.13, and 205A.06. Candidates may present a signed petition in lieu of a filing fee as governed by M.S. 204B.11.
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Elections - Voters
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You are eligible to vote in Minnesota if you are: At least 18 years or older; A citizen of the United States; A resident of Minnesota for 20 days immediately preceding the Election Day. Not under court-ordered guardianship in which the court order revokes the person's right to vote Have his/her felony sentence expired (been completed) or been discharged from his/her sentence
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Voter Registration Applications are available at the Burnsville City Offices and the Dakota County offices in Hastings or Apple Valley. Applications are also available at your local post office, school district office and libraries. Printing a voter registration application on your personal computer printer and mailing it to the Dakota County Offices is another option. You can also register to vote when applying for or renewing your drivers license. The information will be forwarded to Dakota County for processing. Implementation will begin in 2008 for a new process where when eligible voters permanently change their address with the U.S.P.S. their voter registration information will automatically be updated. Pre-registration closes 20 days prior to an election.
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Any previously registered voter who changes his or her name or ANY address change must re-register to vote. A change of name or address requires a new registration and a new signature from the applicant. If you have moved since last registering to vote, it is important to update your voter registration information so that you are voting for the candidates who will represent you.
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Voting will be faster and easier if you are registered to vote when you arrive at the polls on Election Day. You can register on Election Day, however you will need to bring proofs of residency with you.
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To register on Election Day, you must have one of the following forms of identification showing your current address: Minnesota drivers license, learner's permit, or Minnesota identification card with your current address. A previous registration in the same precinct at another address.A "Notice of Ineffective/Late Registration" -- If you have attempted to register in advance but for some reason your registration was rejected, you would receive this official notice from Dakota County.Someone who is registered in your same precinct and who knows you reside in the precinct may accompany you to the polls and vouch for you. A combination of a picture ID and a current utility bill (gas, electric, cable TV, water, solid waste/sewer, internet provider services, or rent statement) can be used. The utility bill must show the voter's name and current address in the precinct and must not be over 30 days old. Telephone, television or internet services bill acceptable regardless of how they are delivered (ie. Cell, VOIP, cable, satellite, etc.) The photo ID establishes the voter's identity: - MN Drivers License or MN ID (not at current address) - Passport - Student ID - Military ID - Tribal ID's issued by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, U.S. Department of Interior. If ID contains voter's name, current address, signature and picture, it can be used alone. If ID contains the name, signature and picture, then it can be used along with a current utility bill. Students The above proof of residency also apply for college students in addition to: - A current valid student identification card from a post-secondary educational institution in Minnesota if a list of students from that institution has been prepared and certified to the County Treasurer-Auditor in the manner provided in rules of the Secretary of State. - A current student fee statement that contains the student's valid address in the precinct together with a picture identification card.
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Every employee who is eligible to vote in an election has the right to be absent from work for the purpose of voting during the morning of the day of that election, without penalty or deduction from salary or wages because of the absence.
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You may cast an absentee ballot if you are unable to get to your polling site on Election Day. Absentee ballots are available 30 days before an election. Requesting a ballot is a two step process. First, you must complete an absentee ballot application. Then, you will receive a blank ballot to vote and return to us. If you are eligible to vote absentee, you may do so either by mail or in person. By Mail To have an absentee ballot application mailed to you, notify the City of Burnsville either by mail, fax, email or phone (952-895-4400). After we receive the completed application, an absentee ballot will be sent to you. Please allow plenty of time to complete the process. All absentee ballots must be received by Election Day. In Person Up until the day before the election, you may complete an absentee ballot application, receive your ballot and vote in person at the City of Burnsville City Office or at the two Dakota County locations - Hastings and Apple Valley: Office Hours: City of Burnsville and Dakota County Hastings Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Apple Valley Service Center Monday & Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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All polling places are required to be accessible to persons with disabilities and election judges are available for assistance. Voters who are physically unable to enter a polling place may, with the assistance of two election judges of different political parties, register and vote without leaving their vehicle. Absentee balloting is also available prior to Election Day.
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If you are not a registered voter, you can still register and vote by absentee ballot. A voter registration application will be included with your absentee ballot materials. The completed application is returned with your voted ballot. The voter registration application cannot be returned separately.
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Election judges are an integral part of the election process. The hours for working on Election Day are 6 a.m. until votes are counted after the polls close at 8 p.m. Election judges may serve as many hours as needed in the precinct to which they are assigned. All judges must attend a training session before working at the polls on Election Day. If you are interested in serving as an election judge, please contact Elections Coordinator at 952-895-4460.
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Finance Department
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Please call the vendor line at 952-895-4484, so you may be directed to the correct accounts payable specialist.
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Please call our accounts receivable specialist at 952-895-4479
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Yes, please complete a Vendor ACH Form.
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Fire Department
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The Burnsville Fire Department is a full-time career department. We do not have any volunteer firefighter positions.
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Human Resources Department
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You will be contacted directly by a member of the Human Resources Department.
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Inspections
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At this time we are unable to accept credit cards. Please remit cash or a check made out to the City of Burnsville.
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- Building a deck, porch, shed (accessory bldg) - Replacing windows, patio doors, siding, roof - Adding a garage, room addition - Remodeling a kitchen, bath, basement - Adding or making changes to any existing electrical, heating, plumbing - Appliance replacements: water heaters, water softeners, furnaces, air conditioners - Installing lawn irrigation systems - Swimming pool installation or demolition - Building a retaining wall over 4' in height
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When only "cosmetic" changes are being made. Cosmetic changes include replacement of cabinets, counter tops, flooring and applicances that do not need additional plumbing or electical changes. - Fences that are 6' in height or less.
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Parks
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Contact the Recreation Department at 952-895-4500.
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Planning Department
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Send or email a letter stating information needed; the property information; check for payment of the letter.
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Police Department
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Any time you need a Police, Fire or Medical response you should dial 9-1-1. The dispatcher will ask you where your emergency is and what is happening. Please remain calm when talking to the dispatcher. Remember … when calling 9-1-1 it is very important to stay on the phone, even if 9-1-1 was dialed in error. The dispatcher is required to verify where the call is coming from and if an emergency exists. If you hang up, a police officer will be sent to the location the 9-1-1 computer provides.
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Call 9-1-1 for all non-emergencies. Dispatchers at the Dakota Communications Center will route callers to the appropriate person to speak with. Non-emergencies include abandoned cars, lost or found property, non-injury accidents, vandalism, and other crimes not in progress.
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We are located at 100 Civic Center Parkway, Burnsville, Minnesota 55337. Civic Center Parkway is located on the east side of Nicollet Avenue, north of McAndrews Road and south of the Burnsville Parkway.
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The police reception desk is open between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. A lobby phone is available that may be used to contact the Communications Center (dispatcher) to request police assistance after normal business hours, on weekends and during holidays.
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Calls may be transferred to a translator. Dispatchers are also able to handle calls directly from the TTY.
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If you would like to verify that a report is ready for release, or if you are eligible to obtain a copy, please call 952-895-4600 (between 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday through Friday) and ask for the Records Unit. There is a .25 per sheet fee for reports.
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These letters are often required for immigration, citizenship, adoption, visas, employment and various other reasons. Please phone the police department at 952-895-4600 to provide information for the records search and coordinate a date and time to pick up the completed letter. Proof of identification must be provided to release the completed letter of clearance. The fee for this service is $25.
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Yes, fingerprinting services are typically available to anyone on Tuesdays, from 6 p.m.to 7 p.m. The fee for this service is $25. (Dates and times are subject to change.)
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Applications for solicitor’s permits may be obtained from the police receptionist. Proof of identification must be provided at the time the completed application is turned in. The fee for this service is $50. Approved permits will be issued in two to three business days.
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These documents are issued by the district court. Applications may be obtained from the Dakota County District Court locations in Apple Valley or Hastings, or visit their website:
Dakota County District Court
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Noise complaints may be reported to 9-1-1. Please phone Burnsville Animal Control at American Boarding Kennels at 952-894-3647 for assistance with stray animals or other animal-related questions.
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The best way is to send an email, letter or card to the Chief of Police, 100 Civic Center Parkway, Burnsville, MN 55337 or use the link below. Tell us the name of the employee and a summary of how the employee was helpful to you. This recognition will be placed in their personnel file and shared with the employee’s immediate supervisor.
Submit Online Comment
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The police department accepts complaints from any source. If you have a complaint or policy question, you may call on on-duty watch commander at 952-895-4620. If you wish to make a formal complaint, you will be asked to fill out a complaint form and advisory waiver. The watch commander will explain the process to you.
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If a vehicle has a passenger airbag, it is essential for children 12 years of age and under to sit in the back seat, which is considered to be the safest location in vehicles. Children under four years of age must use a federally-approved, properly-installed safety restraint system. Infants must ride in a rear-facing child safety restraint system until they are at least one year of age and weight at least 20 pounds. Children older than one year of age and who weigh at least 20 pounds may ride facing forward in a high-back booster seat. The harness straps should be positioned at or above shoulder level. Children between the ages of 4 to 8, who weigh 40-80 pounds and are under 4’9”, should sit in a belt-positioning, forward facing booster seat to raise the child’s seated height to allow the adult lap and shoulder belt system to comfortably and safety rest across their chest and shoulder. Booster seats must be installed according to manufacturer’s instructions. As we do not have anyone on staff that is able to check if child passenger restraint devices are properly installed, we suggest you contact a dealership that produces your vehicle.
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Burnsville residents may pick up an application form at the police department. A copy of the applicant’s Minnesota driver’s license or Minnesota identification card must accompany the completed form. The application will be processed in 2-3 weeks. There is no fee for this permit.
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These permits are handled exclusively through the Dakota County Sheriff’s Office for Burnsville residents. For more information please visit their website below:
Dakota County Sheriff
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The City of Burnsville follows the curfew Dakota County ordinance. Click on the link to view:
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There is no parking allowed on any street or roadway between the hours of 2:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M. of any day, except physicians on emergency calls.
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Streets Department
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Information provided based on our progress and existing weather conditions.
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THE GARAGE
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All ages primarily target 14 to 19 year olds. Under 13 must be accompanied by a parent, unless the program is specifically for under 13 year olds (Karate, Summer Camps, Jr. Squad).
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Top Frequently Asked Questions
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