PUBLIC NOTICE: We are asking the entire area, and especially the residents of the City Of Burns, to be mindful of water usage to help protect our sewer system. Please be mindful of flushing, mindful of showers, and try to minimize your water usage in general. This will help take pressure off of the lagoons as we are already at full capacity. Thank you so much for helping us and for working together so we can get through this as soon as possible.
PUBLIC NOTICE: The City of Burns would like to ask people to stop diverting water onto other properties. Do no erect barriers in the streets to divert the water. This can be a hazard as these are evacuation routes and you could be charged with disorderly conduct in the 2nd degree in addition to being liable for any damages to the neighboring property or properties by that diversion. We understand that these are very scary and unsure times and people are wanting to save their homes and property, but please do not put yourself or other people in danger or damage someone else's property by trying to do so. There are many people working very diligently to try and do what they can to mitigate the problem and they will continue to do so.
PUBLIC NOTICE: Due to the flooding, the Burns sewer system is being inundated and people may possibly start noticing sewage backing up into their homes . If you are being effected, please contact City Hall. At this time we are unsure which agency will be handling all of these things, but we suggest that people contact their insurance companies as well if they are being effected. We will be making a list and keeping track of the people and addresses that are being effected until we know who will be handling those things. We will keep you updated as we have more information. Please as safe as possible and call 911 if you are in any danger. For more information, you can also call the Emergency Management Information Line for at 541-589-0112.
As evacuations are being conducted, Hines will be allowing people with camp trailers to park at the Hines Park. If they see this resource being utilized then they will also get some portable restrooms and handwashing stations from EM.
PUBLIC NOTICE: If anyone needs assistance with sand bagging or something concerning the flooding please call the City of Burns at 541-573-5255. We have resources and teams that can help assist. Please watch and follow the evacuation orders and be as safe as possible while all this is going on .
PUBLIC NOTICE : The City of Burns has a complete sewer failure from the Paiute Reservation to the Triangle Park. The Public Works are working diligently to do what they can but they are not sure how much longer they can hold the levee and the North part of town will flood if that happens and may not have sewer. We don't have any answers right now but we will keep you updated as anything comes in. If you feel in unsafe at anytime, please call 911 or reach out to Emergency Management at 541-589-0918.
Approved City Council Minutes March 12, 2025:
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City Council Agenda Packet March 26, 2025:
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Emergency Discharge of Wastewater at City of Burns Lagoons.
Date 3-19-25
The City of Burns is issuing this public notice to inform residents and stakeholders about an emergency discharge of wastewater that will occur at the City of Burns Lagoon due to high amounts of Inflow and Infiltration from heavy snow melt causing flooding waters in the area in and around the City of Burns.
The City is taking all necessary precautions to minimize environmental impact. The Discharge is treated water and will be monitored closely to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.
Residents are advised to avoid the area in and around the Lagoons and asked to use limited water during this time period.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this emergency situation.
The City of Burns would like to thank everyone who came out to help with the sand bags and flooding. We appreciate this amazing community more than any words could ever express! THANK YOU!
PUBLIC NOTICE: The City of Burns is looking for volunteers to help fill sandbags. The North end of town is in danger of flooding and water is beginning to come over the levee. If you are interested in helping there is sand, sand bags, and shovels in the parking lot of City Hall. Thank you in advance for any help we can get!
The R3 Strategies Board of Directors will meet at 6:00 PM on Monday, March 17, 2025 at the Burns Council Chambers (242 S. Broadway Ave) for a board meeting. A link to the agenda is found here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/b2xagg0swla5ajsxnrfa3/AJhGIAhKKrXtEAEAGRZDr-0?rlkey=uqwzc2x8l2s5f6yeqnwf2znlj&st=0ov4hfgg&dl=0
Work Session Agenda March 19, 2025:
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Recording of City Council Meeting March 12, 2025 :
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Approved February 26, 2025 City Council Minutes :
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Draft Ordinance No. 25-906:
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City Council Meeting Packet March 12, 2025:
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POSITION OPEN AT THE CITY OF BURNS: Public Works Worker - Entry Level - Resume and Cover Letter Required
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Signed Work Session Minutes January 29, 2025:
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Signed City Council Minutes February 12, 2025:
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The Regional Rural Revitalization (R3) Strategies Consortium expects to have funding available in 2025 to support small business expansion in Burns. To qualify, businesses must be licensed, physically located and operating principally within the city of Burns. If you are interested in collaborating with R3, please complete a brief survey using the QR code below or by visiting this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9ZGJ5QW.
