



Burnsville, Minnesota
Burnsville, MN Profile
Burnsville, MN, population 60,220 , is located
in Minnesota's Dakota county,
about 14.7 miles from Minneapolis and 15.2 miles from St Paul.
In the 90's the population of Burnsville has grown by about 17%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Burnsville has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Burnsville area were lower than Minnesota's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Minnesota average.
Burnsville Statistics
Burnsville Gender Information
Males in Burnsville: 29,696 (49%)
Females in Burnsville: 30,524 (51%)
As % of Population in Burnsville
Race Diversity in Burnsville
White: 88%
African American: 4%
Asian: 4%
Other/Mixed: 4%
As % of Population in Burnsville
Age Diversity in Burnsville
Median Age in Burnsville: 33.0 (Males in Burnsville: 32.2, Females in Burnsville: 33.8)
Burnsville Males Under 20: 15%
Burnsville Females Under 20: 14%
Burnsville Males 20 to 40: 17%
Burnsville Females 20 to 40: 17%
Burnsville Males 40 to 60: 13%
Burnsville Females 40 to 60: 14%
Burnsville Males Over 60: 5%
Burnsville Females Over 60: 6%
Economics in Burnsville
Burnsville Household Average Size: 2.53 people
Burnsville Median Household Income: $ 57,965
Burnsville Median Value of Homes: $ 149,600
Law Enforcement in Burnsville
Reported crimes in the Burnsville area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 1
Forcible rape: 23
Robbery: 28
Aggravated assault: 36
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 145
Burglary: 183
Larceny-theft: 1,559
Motor vehicle theft: 121
Arson: 13
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 3,079
Burnsville Location Information
Elevation: 975 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 24.9 Square Miles.
Water Area: 1.9 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Burnsville
Savage 3.0 Miles
Apple Valley 3.9 Miles
Bloomington 5.2 Miles
Eagan 6.0 Miles
Rosemount 7.7 Miles
Richfield 8.0 Miles
Prior Lake 8.1 Miles
Lakeville 8.3 Miles
Edina 9.1 Miles
Mendota 10.0 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Burnsville
(Population 100,000+)
Minneapolis 14.7 Miles
St Paul 15.2 Miles
Sioux Falls 189.5 Miles
Cedar Rapids 207.8 Miles
Des Moines 219.7 Miles
Madison 225.9 Miles
Green Bay 259.3 Miles
Rockford 271.7 Miles
Omaha 277.5 Miles
Milwaukee 293.1 Miles
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Facts
Research has shown that the key risk periods for drug abuse are during major transitions in children’s lives. The first big transition for children is when they leave the security of the family and enter school. Later, when they advance from elementary school to middle school, they often experience new academic and social situations, such as learning to get along with a wider group of peers. It is at this stage—early adolescence—that children are likely to encounter drugs for the first time. Some states regulate inhalant sales tightly at the retail level. Minnesota, for instance, requires businesses to post signs stating the illegality of selling butane or butane lighters to minors. Minnesota also prohibits selling general inhalable compounds to minors, and it prohibits minors'use and possession of them for intoxification. In Massachusetts, retailers must ask minors for identification before selling them glue or cement that contains a solvent that can release toxic vapors. Also, the products must contain oil of mustard or a similar deterrent against inhalation. Young Massachusetts inhalant purchasers must also legibly write their name and address in a bound register, which the retailer must make available to police and keep for at least six months after the final entry. Drug Dependence: Drug dependence is a compelling need to continue taking a mind-altering drug to induce pleasure or to relieve anxiety and tension and avoid discomfort. Drug dependence is caused by a combination of biologic and psychologic factors. Drugs that cause dependence may produce euphoria, feelings of increased mental and physical ability, and altered sense perceptions. In some instances, if the victim of the drunk driving offense agrees to settle their damages directly with the offender, a civil compromise can be reached. This would require that the offender pay the victim in exchange for a reduced sentence or no sentence at all. It is also preferable for the offender to mitigate, or lessen their level of liability or appearance of guilt. In doing so, the defendant would be able to successfully argue that the crime is deserving of only a misdemeanor conviction as opposed to a felony, saving a lifetime of headaches in the process. Employers and landlords routinely access criminal records. When a felony conviction is discovered, refusal of employment or housing is probable. With misdemeanor offenses, there is usually no need for a grand jury to convene and investigate DUI charges. Also, the offender does not lose some of his or her rights, such as being allowed to serve on a jury, vote, or practice certain professions. |
Residential Treatment
Residential treatment offers intensive drug addiction help over a period of weeks or months. This form of treatment has some advantages over out-patient treatment, although it may not be suitable for everyone. For example, those who are responsible for caring for young children may be better suited to attendance at an out patient treatment program. Residential treatment offers a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment where individuals can confront their own drug addiction and associated issues, with the help of qualified staff. Therapy usually consists of a mixture of group counseling, individual counseling and an introduction to the principles of a drug recovery program.
Drug Abuse
Drug abuse is defined as the chronic or habitual use of any chemical substance to alter states of body or mind for other than medically warranted purposes. Drug abuse is a problem which has an effect on people of all income levels,
ages, and stations in life. Quite often the last person to see that there is a
problem is the drug abuser them self. Every year, more and more people become
drug addicts in their pursuit to get "high".
Addiction Treatment
Addiction treatment is needed when an individual finds that they have developed a drug or alcohol addiction which they are not able to successful end on their own. With the help of addiction treatment, addicted individual can get help to control their drug taking behavior and live happy and successful lives. There are several addiction treatment options available for drug and alcohol addiction. Some of these options include self-help groups, counseling, drug rehabilitation programs (in and out-patient), and residential treatment facilities. Each of these differ
in their aims and outcomes and elements of these addiction treatment options are often
combined.
Relapse
Relapse is a term used to describe when an individual who has quit using drugs starts using once again. A relapse can mean just a one time use, a long term continues period of using or anything in between after a period of sobriety has taken place. An individual begins to experience a psychological relapse long before their first use after
quitting. Some things that can lead to relapse both physically or psychologically include: 1. Being in the presence of drugs or alcohol, drug or alcohol users, or places where you used or bought chemicals. 2. Feelings we perceive as negative, particularly anger; also sadness, loneliness, guilt, fear, and anxiety. 3. Positive feelings that make you want to celebrate by using. 4. Listening to others past drug use stories and just dwelling on getting high. 5. Believing that you no longer have to worry (complacent). That is, that you are no longer stimulated to crave drugs/alcohol by any of the above situations or by anything else – and therefore maybe it’s safe for you to use occasionally.
Detox
Detox is necessary when an individual through their chronic use of drugs or alcohol has developed an addiction. The objective of detox is to help the individual achieve a drug and alcohol free state. Detox is intended to relieve the physical symptoms of withdrawal and helps prepare the individual for entry into drug rehabilitation. Therefore, the ultimate goal of detox is preparation for long term recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.
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