Lost something in Burlington? Report it once and we'll get it searching.
One report connects you with the Burlington Police Department, the City Clerk's office, local animal control resources, and active Burlington community channels. Your report stays active, automatically matching new found items with your description.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost Works in Burlington
You Report the Loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter to the right local channels. No need to call around yourself.
We Route Your Report
Your loss gets routed to the Burlington Police Department, City Clerk's office, local animal control, and community groups all at once. We handle the routing so you don't have to figure out who to contact.
Your Report Keeps Searching
For 12 months, your report stays active and continues to match against new found items, posts, and community reports. You get an alert when a likely match appears, so you're never guessing whether someone posted about your lost item yesterday.
Where to Report a Lost Item in Burlington
These are the channels that handle lost and found in the city. ReportLost routes your report to all of them at once.
Burlington Police Department
The Police Department accepts lost item reports and maintains a lost and found. We identify your location in the city and route your report to the right precinct desk. You can also reach them directly at (262) 342-1100.
City Clerk's Office
The City Clerk can direct you to the appropriate city department and lost and found procedures. We ensure they receive your report so you don't have to make the call yourself. Reach them at (262) 342-1171.
Lost & Found Pets
If you've lost a cat, dog, or other pet, the Police Department non-emergency line (262) 342-1100 can help, and the Wisconsin Humane Society's Racine campus holds stray animals. Local Facebook groups connect pet owners instantly. If your pet is missing, file a priority lost pet report with us for faster coordination across all animal resources.
Community Posts & Social Channels
Found items get posted on local Facebook groups and community pages every day. Rather than monitoring dozens of posts yourself, our matching engine cross-references your lost report with new community posts so you're notified if someone reports finding your item.
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Your Report Gets More Time in Burlington
The sooner you report a loss, the fresher the trail. Once your report is filed, you can rest knowing it's actively searching alongside the Police Department, city resources, and your neighbors.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Burlington can feel isolating. Your wallet disappears at a downtown shop, your dog slips out on a neighborhood street, your keys vanish between home and work. The Police Department has a lost and found. The City Clerk's office might help. Local Facebook groups buzz with found items. But they're all separate. You end up calling different numbers, posting the same description everywhere, and refreshing feeds for weeks.
ReportLost simplifies this. File a single report with us, and we make sure the Burlington Police Department, the City Clerk, local pet resources, and community channels get the word at the same time. Then your report stays active, automatically comparing new found posts and marketplace listings to what you've lost, for months. You stop searching. Your report searches for you.
Common Places to Lose Items in Burlington
Items are found and lost all over the city. If you remember where, tell us, and we route your report more precisely.
Downtown Burlington
Shops, cafes, and the heart of the city. Wallets, phones, and bags slip away in crowded spots and retail transitions.
Residential Neighborhoods
Porches, driveways, and streets where keys, glasses, and pets go missing during daily routines.
Parks & Recreation Areas
Walking trails, playgrounds, and green spaces where leashes slip and pockets lighten.
Local Shopping Centers
Parking lots and storefronts where items are left behind in cars or dropped in the rush to get inside.
Burlington Municipal Airport
The airport's lost and found handles items left in terminals and baggage areas. We can route travel losses there as well.
Community Networks in Burlington
Lost and found happens in real time on community channels. We monitor these and alert you to matches automatically.
Facebook group where neighbors post lost and found animals daily
Official city updates and community announcements
Neighborhood-level posts from locals in your area
Questions About Lost & Found in Burlington
How long does the Burlington Police Department keep lost items?
The Police Department's lost and found holds items for a period before they may be disposed of or donated. We recommend reporting to them as soon as possible. When you file a report with us, we notify them immediately, which strengthens your claim.
Can I file a lost pet report with the Police Department?
Yes. The Police Department non-emergency number is (262) 342-1100. You can also contact the Wisconsin Humane Society's Racine campus for animal services. If your pet is missing, filing a priority pet report with ReportLost ensures all animal resources are notified at once.
What if my item was lost at Burlington Municipal Airport?
The airport maintains its own lost and found. Report to the airport directly at (262) 342-1161, and file a report with us so your description stays in circulation across local channels for months.
How does ReportLost match my lost item with found posts?
We continuously cross-reference your description with new posts on community Facebook groups, Nextdoor, local classifieds, and other public channels. When a credible match appears, we send you an alert. You're not refreshing feeds yourself, your report is doing the work.
Do I still need to call the Police Department if I file with ReportLost?
ReportLost routes your report to the Police Department for you, so they're aware immediately. You can follow up directly if you prefer, but the routing is done. The point is you don't have to figure out who to call or what to say.
Is ReportLost.org official or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service. We're not the police, but we connect you with them and other local resources immediately, then keep your report searching while you move on with your day. Filing with us doesn't replace contacting the Police Department directly, but it ensures they get your information plus extra reach through community channels. It's a shortcut that saves time.
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Start Your Report in Burlington
The longer you wait, the colder the trail. File your report now, and let our team and the Burlington community help bring your lost item home.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Burlington Police Department, the City of Burlington, Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Humane Society, or any other local agency. We route reports to these organizations on your behalf, but they operate their own lost and found services independently. For emergency situations, always contact 911 or your local police directly.