Burns Police Department

03/26/2026

HELP CONTROL HAZARDOUS VEGETATION

The City of Burns Nuisance Vegetation Ordinance is designed to minimize fire and health hazards by controlling flammable vegetation. Overgrown vegetation can create fire and traffic hazards and is a violation of nuisance ordinances in the Burns City Code.
City of Burns will take action to make sure that overgrown grass and weeds and other forms of nuisance vegetation are controlled.
Property owners are responsible for keeping grass and weeds below ten inches in height and or other nuisance vegetation that extends into a public way, impairs motorists' visibility, or crosses a property line.
This is found under Burns Municipal Code 8.10.050- Nuisance Vegetation Violation of this section is a Class D Violation for a first (1) offense and will be upgraded to one level for every offense thereafter within the same calendar year.
These minimum standards are established to provide reasonable measures of controlling fire and health hazards and to protect lives and property. The goal of the Burns Fire Department is to establish a fire-safe community through voluntary compliance of informed property owners and residents.
A working partnership between property owners and their neighbors is the best defense against disastrous fires.
Feel free to contact City Hall with any questions and concerns you may have at 541-573-5255.

03/17/2026

🚔👮‍♂️Junior Officer Day is almost here!👮‍♀️🚔

Join us on April 11 for a fun, hands-on experience where kids ages 5-10 can learn about:
🔹Gun Safety
🔹Tactical Equipment
🔹Investigations
🔹Traffic Stops..and more!

🕐Morning Session: 9 AM - 12 PM (filling up
fast!)
🕦Afternoon Session: 1 PM - 3 PM — we still
have plenty of availability!

📍• Harney County Chamber of Commerce

📞 Call Burns Police Department at
(541) 573-6781 to get signed up!

Spots are limited—don't miss out on this
awesome opportunity! 🚔

03/11/2026

Community Cleanup – Let’s Work Together!

The Burns Police Department is removing appliances from yards and properties around the city. Old refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers and other large appliances can create safety hazards and make our neighborhoods look cluttered.

Please join us and remove all appliances from your property.
Help make Burns a cleaner and safer place for everyone.

03/06/2026

Reminder to all citizens of Burns: Burns Police Department is out enforcing vehicle ordinances. Please remember vehicles, trailers, boats, etc., cannot be stored in the city right of way. Please spread the word to your neighbors, coworkers, family and friends. Lets help each other clean up our city.

01/29/2026

✨ Calling all future heroes! ✨

🚓 Junior Officers Day is Coming! 🚓

The Burns Police Department, Hines Police Department, and the Harney County Sheriff’s Office invite local youth to join us for a hands-on, family-friendly public safety event!

Join us for Junior Officers Day, where kids can learn about law enforcement, teamwork, and safety through fun interactive stations like fingerprinting, SWAT gear displays, and mock crime scene investigations!

📍 Location: Harney County Chamber of Commerce
484 N Broadway Ave, Burns, OR

📅 Date: April 11, 2026
🕘 Session 1: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🕐 Session 2: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Ages 5–10

To Register please call the Burns Police Department
@ (541) 573-6781

🚓 Fun • Safe • Educational!

01/20/2026

NOW HIRING: POLICE OFFICER

The City of Burns Police Department is accepting applications for a full-time Police Officer. We are seeking dedicated, professional individuals committed to public service, community policing, and protecting a rural community with professionalism and integrity.

To apply: https://cityofburnsor.sites.thrillshare.com/o/cob/page/job-opportunities
Or stop by the Burns Police Department or City Hall in Burns.

01/01/2026

01/01/2026

Community Reminder

As we get ready to welcome the New Year, the Burns Police Department would like to remind everyone to celebrate safely and respectfully.

Please be considerate of your neighbors — including veterans, young children, the elderly, and pets — who may be sensitive to loud noises. If you choose to use fireworks, please avoid setting them off back-to-back and late into the night. A little spacing and moderation go a long way in keeping the peace for everyone.

Remember to follow all local laws, use fireworks only in safe areas, and never handle them while under the influence. Keep water or a fire extinguisher nearby, supervise children at all times, and clean up any debris.

Let’s ring in the New Year with care, kindness, and safety. Thank you for helping keep Burns a great place to live.

Have a safe and happy New Year!

12/25/2025

🎄Merry Christmas from the Burns Police Department🎄

As we celebrate this special season, the Burns Police Department would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing community we serve. Each day, we’re reminded of the kindness, strength, and unity that make Burns such a wonderful place to call home.

We hope your holiday is filled with joy, laughter, and moments of peace spent with family, friends, and loved ones. Whether you’re celebrating near or far, please remember to travel safely, look out for your neighbors, and take time to rest and recharge.

At the same time, we know the holidays can be difficult for some. Feelings of loneliness, loss, or stress can become especially heavy this time of year — and that’s okay. Please know that you are never alone. There is always someone ready to listen and help.

💙 If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available 24/7.

📞 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 for free, confidential support.

🚔 Harney County Dispatch
(Emergency): 911
(Non-Emergency): (541) 573-6156

If you need police assistance please don’t hesitate to call.

Let’s take care of ourselves and one another, not just during the holidays but every day. Together, we can make this season — and our community — brighter, stronger, and more compassionate for everyone.

From all of us at the Burns Police Department, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎅🎁✨

— 💙 Burns Police Department

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from the Burns Police Department 🎄

This Christmas, we want to say thank you to the incredible people of Burns. Your support, kindness, and community spirit mean more to us than you know. It is truly an honor to serve you.

As you gather with family and friends, please travel safely, celebrate responsibly, and look out for one another. Your safety is always our priority.

From our family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays — stay safe and be well!

— Burns Police Department

12/23/2025

🌟 A Huge Thank You To Our Community! 🌟

We are beyond grateful for the incredible generosity shown by our amazing community! Your donations have brought so much joy to local children this season. Thank you for making this possible! 💖

Shoutout to the Burns Police Department, Burns Fire Department, and Public Works crew for taking time out of their busy schedules to deliver these gifts. Your kindness and dedication truly make a difference and remind us what community spirit is all about.

From all of us — thank you for helping spread smiles and holiday cheer throughout Burns! 🎁✨