Village of Long Grove

What Village of Long Grove does

The Village of Long Grove is a municipal government entity incorporated in 1956 and located in Lake County, Illinois, serving approximately 8,633 residents across 12.67 square miles under a limited-government model that does not levy a municipal property tax. It delivers core public services — building permits, business licensing, road maintenance across 29 miles of Village-owned roadways, planning and zoning, public safety coordination, and FOIA request processing — directly to residents and businesses through the Village Hall (3110 Old McHenry Road) and a CivicPlus-powered website with self-service portals. The Village operates a small staff of approximately 31 employees overseen by a Village Manager (Chris Sparkman), with planning and zoning review contracted out to SAFEbuilt LLC and permit intake handled through the CommunityCore online portal.

Revenue is generated through transaction-based fees and licenses (building permits, business licenses, liquor licenses, alarm registrations, parking permits, raffle licenses, food truck permits), Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district increment revenue (designated 2011-2012, with an additional South Gateway TIF District referenced), and online payment processing fees (3% credit/debit with a $2.00 minimum, plus tiered e-check charges). The Village holds Illinois' first historic district designation (established 1960), has been an early adopter of environmental regulations protecting wetlands and water quality, and has invested in infrastructure modernization including a multi-year public water system expansion (2016-2019) and a 15-year roadway resurfacing program launched in 2015.

Name

Village of Long Grove

Legal name

Village of Long Grove

Website

https://longgroveil.gov

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Village of Long Grove is a Lake County, Illinois municipal government serving approximately 8,633 residents via Village Hall and CivicPlus-powered online portals, delivering permits, licensing, planning, roads, and public safety without a municipal property tax.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (925)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Housing & Neighborhood Services (Local Housing Programs) (BPAIACAJ)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Building permit administration
• Public records FOIA
• Community planning zoning
• Historic district preservation

Headquarters

HQ city

Long Grove

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Revenue: The Village operates as a TIF district since 2011-2012 fiscal year. Property values are frozen at base value within the district, and increment from increased property values is collected into a special fund for reinvestment in the district.
2. Fees and Licenses: Revenue from building permits, business licenses, liquor licenses, food truck permits, alarm registrations, residential parking permits, raffle licenses, and other municipal fees.
3. Property Taxes: Village does not levy a municipal property tax - operates under a limited-government model.
4. Online Payment Processing: Credit/debit card payments incur 3% (min $2.00) processing fee; E-checks $3.00 for up to $10,000 and $10.00 for over $10,000.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Village of Long Grove is a municipal government that delivers public administration services to approximately 8,633 residents and 120 local businesses within its 12.67-square-mile jurisdiction. Core offerings include building permit administration (via CommunityCore), business licensing, planning and zoning review (outsourced to SAFEbuilt LLC), public safety coordination, road maintenance across 29 miles of Village-owned roadways, FOIA public records requests, online fee payments, and community engagement through print and digital newsletters.

Product overview

Village of Long Grove operates a government services platform offering a unified website that provides residents access to municipal services, permits, and community information. The core offering is the CivicPlus-powered village website which serves as the central hub for all services including online building permit applications through CommunityCore, service request submissions, FOIA requests, online payments, business licensing, and community publications such as The Bridge newsletter. Additional services include residential permits (alarm registration, parking permits), community grant programs, and a searchable business directory featuring local commerce mapped via Google Maps integration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CommunityCore Building Permit Portal Online portal used for building permit applications where homeowners or contractors submit permit requests electronically with required documentation uploads; processed by the Village's Permit Coordinator with zoning review support from SAFEbuilt LLC.
• Service Request System Electronic service request system allowing residents to contact the Village and submit requests for various municipal services online via egovlink.
• Online Payment System Electronic payment portal accepting major credit cards, debit cards (3% fee with $2.00 minimum), and e-checks ($3.00 up to $10,000; $10.00 over $10,000) for village fees, permits, and utilities; protected by Google reCAPTCHA.
• FOIA Request System Freedom of Information Act request submission system under 5 ILCS 140 allowing residents and the public to request public records electronically or in writing; administered by the FOIA Officer (Administrative Services Manager).
• The Bridge Newsletter Printed community newsletter delivered to mailboxes four times per year, providing community updates and Village news.
• E-Newsletter Monthly digital newsletter delivered via email with the latest village news and happenings; sign-up available on the village website and powered by Constant Contact.
• Village Hall Services Core municipal services delivered at Village Hall (3110 Old McHenry Road), including business licenses, alarm registrations, parking permits, employment opportunities, and various administrative functions.
• Residential Street Parking Permit System Online application system for residents to request street parking permits on subdivision streets; requests are forwarded to the Lake County Sheriff's Office for processing.
• Community Building Grant Program Financial assistance grant program for local organizations promoting community-building activities, events, and public space enhancements within the Village.
• Invasive Species Remediation Grant Program Grant program providing financial assistance to property owners for removing invasive plant species from their properties to preserve natural biodiversity within the Village.
• Business Directory Online searchable directory of local businesses including restaurants, shops, and professional services throughout Long Grove, with Google Maps integration showing business locations.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SAFEbuilt LLCcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSAFEbuilt LLC provides professional planning and zoning review services to the Village of Long Grove. They assist residents, businesses, and developers by reviewing zoning applications and ensuring proposed development complies with the Village's Zoning Code.
• Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO)coreOthersSWALCO provides waste management information and services including recycling guidelines, household chemical waste, clothing and textiles, composting, electronics recycling, and holiday lights recycling programs.
• Clarke (Mosquito Control)minorOthersClarke provides environmentally responsible mosquito control services to protect public health in Long Grove, including aquatic services, mosquito products, and mosquito management services.
• CommunityCorecoreTechnology or IntegrationCommunityCore is the online portal used by the Village for building permit applications. Homeowners and contractors submit all permit applications electronically through this platform.
• Groot (Waste Management)coreOthersGroot provides waste collection and management services for Long Grove residents as part of the Village's waste and recycling services.
• Lake County Division of Transportation (LCDOT)coreOthersLCDOT owns and maintains Gilmer Road, Old McHenry Road, and Diamond Lake Road as they pass through the Village.
• Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)coreOthersIDOT owns and maintains Illinois Routes 22, 53, 60/83 and 83 and Midlothian Road as they pass through the Village.
• Lake County Public Works DepartmentcoreOthersLake County Public Works owns and maintains the sanitary sewer system in areas where public sewer is available.
• Tobin Fraley PhotographyminorOthersTobin Fraley Photography provides website photos for the Village of Long Grove website (847-722-8989).
• Long Grove Historical SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Long Grove Historical Society restored the historic Drexler Tavern and relocated it to land behind the school in 1977. They continue to preserve village history and maintain historical buildings.
• Kildeer Countryside School DistrictcoreOthersTop-rated public schools serving Long Grove residents; Village Hall is located near Kildeer Countryside Elementary School.
• Metra (Buffalo Grove Station)minorOthersNearest Metra train station is 3.2 miles/8 minutes from Long Grove; provides 56-minute train ride to downtown Chicago.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Village of Buffalo Grove: Adjacent Lake County, Illinois village with similar affluent residential character, comparable municipal services, and overlapping retail and transportation patterns. Most directly comparable peer given geographic and demographic overlap.
• Village of Deerfield: Suburban Chicago village with comparable high-income demographics, top-rated schools, and similar municipal service delivery model. Closely comparable on community profile and governance structure.
• Village of Barrington: Affluent suburban Chicago village with comparable top-rated schools, historic downtown, and a similar small-staff municipal model. Comparable on resident profile, scale, and TIF/downtown economic development activity.
• Village of Libertyville: Lake County, Illinois village with comparable population scale, affluent demographic, historic downtown, and similar mix of municipal services. Operates an active downtown TIF and historic preservation framework like Long Grove.
• Village of Kildeer: Small affluent Lake County village in the same school district (Kildeer Countryside) as Long Grove, with directly overlapping resident base and similar small-staff government model. Direct municipal neighbor and peer.
• Village of Hawthorn Woods: Lake County, Illinois village immediately adjacent to Long Grove with very similar affluent residential profile, comparable acreage, and similar service delivery model. One of the closest geographic and demographic comparables.
• Village of Lake Forest: Affluent North Shore Chicago suburb with strong historic preservation ethos, low property tax or limited-government leanings in some Illinois suburbs, and similar quality-of-life positioning. Highly comparable on demographic and amenity profile.

Regional players

• City of Lake Zurich: Lake County, Illinois municipality with comparable population scale, lakefront character, and similar mix of residential and small-business service demand. Adjacent geographic and demographic comparable, though less historic-preservation-focused than Long Grove.

Broad incumbents

• Village of Glenview: Larger North Shore Chicago suburb with similar affluent demographic and service mix. Operates as a broader incumbent with more extensive services and staff, providing a comparison point for what scaled municipal operations look like.
• City of Highland Park: Larger North Shore Chicago suburb with similar affluent demographic, historic preservation framework, and similar service mix. Larger scale and broader portfolio, but overlapping governance approach and resident expectations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/VillageofLG
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/village-of-long-grove

Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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