The Village Board is the legislative body of the municipality and are collectively the Corporate Authorities. They are responsible for establishing Village policy in compliance with the Constitution of the United States and Constitution of the State of Illinois. They are the repository of all municipal powers which have not been delegated to some other office or board of the municipality.

The Plan Commission is appointed by the Village Board to review all new building and planning concepts. The Plan Commission reviews all concepts in detail for compliance with the Village comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance. Site plan, open space, density, signage, landscaping, etc. among many other items are reviewed. The Plan Commission makes recommendations to the Village Board and do not have legislative authority.

The Lakes Commission is appointed by the Village Board to monitor the health and usage of our local lakes. They monitor fishery, native and non-native plant growth and passive or active recreation uses. They make recommendations to the Village Board.

Police Pension is appointed by the Village Board. They manage finances an pension benefits including payment of bills and authorization for disbursements of individual holdings to those who no longer participate in the pension fund.

The Police and Fire Commissioners establish the procedure for testing, screening and selection of sworn police officers below the rank of Chief. They may become involved in promotional and/or disciplinary actions within the department. Their powers are pursuant to state statute.

Kenneth Balza

The Zoning Board of Appeals is appointed by the Village Board and perform review of appeals to administrative decisions, requests for variances and special use requests. Their powers are both statutory and outlined by local ordinance. Their decisions are recommended to the Village Board.

The Lindenhurst Sanitary District is the owner and governing authority over the wastewater treatment plant located in the Village. The Village of Lindenhurst is the contract operator of the treatment plant. The Sanitary District has powers and duties outlined by state statute.