Advisory Commissions

Advisory commissions play an important role in shaping Burnsville’s future. These groups research, review, and make recommendations to the City Council on policy issues. All meetings are open to the public and agendas are posted in the City Hall lobby and on the City website.

Icon of two pieces of paperAgendas, Minutes and Video


Economic Development Commission (EDC)

Purpose

The EDC advises the City Council and Economic Development Authority on issues affecting Burnsville businesses and economic growth. Topics include:

  • Zoning ordinance changes affecting businesses
  • Fee and business assistance policies
  • Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and tax abatement
  • City land sales and business regulation (liquor, tobacco, etc.)
  • Comprehensive Plan updates related to commercial/industrial land uses
  • The City’s legislative agenda on economic development

Membership and Qualifications

  • 9 regular members, 1 alternate (appointed by City Council)
  • Qualified by training, experience, and community representation
  • 3-year terms (may serve two terms)

Meeting Schedule

  • 2nd Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September and November
  • 6:30 p.m., Council Chambers
  • Meetings are televised on Cable Channel 16

Additional Resources

Parks & Natural Resources Commission (PNRC)

Purpose

The PNRC advises the City Council on parks, open space needs and natural resource protection. Issues often include:

  • Park development and improvements
  • Capital improvement priorities
  • Environmental ordinances and plans
  • Park use policies
  • 2025 PNRC Work Plan

Membership and Qualifications

  • 6 regular members, 1 alternate, 2 youth members
  • Regular/Alternate: Burnsville residents, 18+
  • Youth: Burnsville residents, juniors or seniors in high school
  • Term length: 3 years (Regular/Alternate), 1 year (Youth)

Meeting Schedule

  • 1st Monday of each month
  • 6:30 p.m., Council Chambers (approx. 2 hours)
  • Meetings are televised on Cable Channel 16

Planning Commission

Purpose

The Planning Commission researches, reviews, and makes recommendations on land use and development issues. Responsibilities include:

Membership and Qualifications

  • 5 regular members, 1 alternate
  • Burnsville residents, 18+
  • 3-year terms (may serve two terms)

Meeting Schedule

  • 2nd and 4th Monday of each month
  • 6:30 p.m., Council Chambers (2–4 hours)
  • Meetings are televised on Cable Channel 16