Volunteer Program

Did You Know…

• Over 1,100 people volunteer their services through the City of Burnsville each year?
• Volunteers outnumber city employees by more than three to one?
• Volunteers contribute hundreds of hours of time each year?

How Volunteers Help

Volunteers of all ages help out in a broad range of ways!

Burnsville's dedicated
  group of citizen  
   volunteers is an
   essential part of 
  what makes this
 city great!

Neighborhood Volunteers

• Pick up litter along boulevards and in parks.
• Plant trees.
• Are involved in community beautification projects.

Community Volunteers

• Organize Neighborhood Watch Groups.
• Participate in National Night Out Programs.
• Attend Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training.

Working with the Police Department

Volunteers work with the Burnsville Police Department helping in the Property Room, analyzing crime statistics and performing other roles.

Boards & Committees

Residents serve on volunteer boards and committees, plan community celebrations and assist recreation programmers with youth activities.

Don’t See What Your Looking For?

If you don't see the volunteer opportunity that you are looking for, or if you have any questions, please contact Julie Dorshak, Community Services Manager at 952-895-4509.