Dakota County Government: Dakota County Newsletter: Fall/Winter 2021

​In this edition, we look at the ways Dakota County helps people improve their mental health and assists those who are in crisis.

Dakota County Government: Dakota County Adds Organics Drop-Off In Farmington

A new residential organics drop-off site will open Sept. 10 at the Farmington Central Maintenance Facility, 19650 Municipal Drive, Farmi ...

City Of Burnsville: CANCELED | Party On The Plaza

Unfortunately, due to the strong potential for inclement weather this afternoon and evening, we have decided to cancel tonight's Party o ...

Dakota County Government: Researching Your Dutch Heritage

Registration is required to receive the meeting room invite and passcode.

2020 Census Results: Here's How Much Burnsville Grew

Minnesota as a whole grew 7.6 percent since 2010.

Dakota County Government: Rotty Farms Recognized As Dakota County Farm Family Of The Year

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners honored Rotty Farms as the county's Farm Family of the Year on Aug. 12 during a board meeting a ...

Dakota County Government: Masks Required For All Visitors In County Buildings

Masks will be required for all visitors in Dakota County buildings starting Wednesday, Aug. 11. The board of commissioners passed a reso ...

City Of Burnsville: Get Involved With Local Government

See the latest announcement from the City of Burnsville.

Burnsville-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Dakota County Government: Dakota County Offers Emergency Rental Assistance

Dakota County is offering emergency rental assistance through The Zero Balance Project.

Dakota County Government: Meet Your Commissioners At The Dakota County Fair

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners is headed to the fair, and you're invited to join them.

Dakota County Government: Historical Society Hosting Fur Trade Weekend

The Dakota County Historical Society will host Fur Trade Weekend at the Sibley Historic Site in Mendota, on Saturday, Aug. 28 and Sunday ...

Dakota County Government: Dakota County Fix-It Clinics Are Back

The monthly Fix-It Clinics have returned to help residents in person. Volunteer fixers are eager to help repair household items, clothes ...

Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial' In Dakota County: CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Burnsville residents.

Dakota County Prepares For Return Of American Plains Bison

The project was made possible with a Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund grant of $560,000.

Dakota County Government: Volunteer To Search For Aquatic Invasive Species

Lake-loving volunteers are needed on Saturday, Aug. 21 to search for starry stonewort, an aquatic invasive algae that can spread easily ...

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Dakota County

Many in the Burnsville area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

Dakota County Government: A New Connection: Robert Piram Regional Trail Completed

Pedestrians and bicyclists have a new, safe trail to explore along the Mississippi River from Harriet Island in downtown St. Paul to Dak ...

Dakota County Government: Historical Society Hosts Concerts In The Orchard

The Dakota County Historical Society will host their weekly August Concerts in the Orchard at the LeDuc Historic Estate, sponsored by Me ...

Here's Burnsville's Plan To Conserve Water During The Drought

The city is reducing watering and splash pad hours, as well as encouraging residents to conserve water.

Burnsville Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Dakota County decreased recently.

City Of Burnsville: Have A Safe Fourth Of July Weekend

Wishing you a safe, fun and happy holiday weekend! City Hall will be closed on July 5 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

Dakota County Government: 70% Of Dakota County Residents 12 And Older Receive COVID-19 Vaccine

Dakota County reached the 70-percent vaccination rate for residents ages 12 and older, a success that follows a similar milestone reache ...

Residents To Be Able To Help Guide Spending Of Recovery Funds

Residents are encouraged to fill out a survey​ to let city officials know which options they believe the funds should be used for.

Dakota County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Burnsville area compares to Minnesota for coronavirus vaccinations.

Dakota County Government: Dakota County Adds Two More Organic Drop-Off Sites

Dakota County is making it easier to reduce waste by opening new residential organics drop-off sites July 16 at Mendakota Park in Mendot ...

City Of Burnsville: Crystal Lake Beach Closed Thursday

Midwest Aqua Care will be doing a preventive swimmer's itch and aquatic plant treatment at Crystal Beach on Thursday 6/24. Swimming will ...

Dakota County Government: Dakota County Extends License Center Hours

Dakota County is making it more convenient to renew driver's licenses and get other documents.

International Festival Of Burnsville Joins Party On The Plaza

This all-ages, family-friendly event is free and runs from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. featuring live entertainment, food trucks, community booths.

Adopt-A-Planter Box In City Of Burnsville

Click the Additional Info link to see an interactive map of planter box locations and to sign up.

Burnsville Property Owners Could Soon Control Where Some Taxes Go

The idea will be discussed at Tuesday's City Council meeting.

Dakota County Government: Farren Joins Dakota-Scott Workforce Development Board

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners appointed Mike Farren to the Dakota-Scott Workforce Development Board on June 8. Farren will re ...

Burnsville Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Dakota County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Dakota County Government: Dakota County Greenway Project Available For Review

Dakota County is planning to build a 3.7-mile section of the Minnesota River Greenway in Fort Snelling State Park, and the public can re ...

Dakota County Government: Dakota County Library Returns To Full Services

Dakota County Library is returning to full, in-person services in the coming weeks after more than a year of limited in-person access. L ...

Burnsville To Cover Half Of Home Energy Audit Costs

The city of Burnsville recently launched a two-year contract with Center for Energy and Environment.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Burnsville Area?

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

City Of Burnsville: Inclusive Playground Grand Opening | Red Oak Park

See the latest announcement from the City of Burnsville.

Dakota County Government: Kathy Keena Appointed Dakota County Attorney

Kathy Keena was appointed Dakota County Attorney by the Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, May 11.

How Much Burnsville Will Get From $350B American Rescue Plan

Burnsville was among 21 Minnesota municipalities allocated financial support through the federal support program.