Village Of Bannockburn

What Village Of Bannockburn does

The Village of Bannockburn is a non-profit municipal government entity incorporated in 1929, serving approximately 1,315 residents across 1,318 acres in Lake County, Illinois, roughly 30 miles north of Chicago and 4 miles west of Lake Michigan. It is governed by an elected Village President (David Korer), Village Clerk (Brian Rice), and six Trustees, with day-to-day operations led by Village Manager Stephanie Hannon and Deputy Village Manager Ryan Mentkowski. The Village delivers a full municipal service stack: police (Chief William Annen), public works and building/zoning code enforcement, finance, water distribution (Lake Michigan water purchased from City of Highland Park), and sanitary sewer services (treatment handled by Village of Deerfield, with North Shore Water Reclamation District and Lake County Sanitary serving pockets of the jurisdiction).

Core product surface centers on a government services portal (bannockburn.org) integrated with third-party platforms: BSA Online for permits and business license management, Point & Pay for food/beverage/hotel taxes and police ticket payments, EyeOnWater for residential consumption monitoring with leak detection, Aqua Backflow for IEPA-mandated backflow prevention tracking, ArcGIS Online for zoning/property-boundary/lead-service-line mapping, LexisNexis for accident reports, FrontlinePSS for police service requests, and Blackboard Connect for emergency notifications. Public works operations include streets, storm sewers, snow plowing, forestry, and grounds maintenance; refuse and recycling are outsourced to LRS under a mandatory hauler contract.

The Village's revenue model is structurally that of a typical small-to-mid-sized Illinois municipality: recurring property taxes, quarterly tiered water and sewer utility billing, building permit and architectural review fees, annual business licenses, food/beverage/hotel municipal taxes, and one-time lifetime pet licenses. Intergovernmental agreements — notably with the City of Lake Forest for outsourced building plan review and inspection — supplement in-house capacity. The recently approved 2024 Comprehensive Master Plan Update sets the policy framework guiding development through 2026 and beyond, with active projects including Bannockburn Crossings (a GTZ commercial PUD), a Starbucks at Bannockburn Green Retail Center, the 1500 Lakeside Drive redevelopment, the 5-lot Bannockburn Estates subdivision, and the Chicago Stars FC Performance Center.

Name

Village Of Bannockburn

Legal name

Village of Bannockburn

Website

https://bannockburn.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1929

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Village of Bannockburn is a non-profit municipal government in Lake County, Illinois, incorporated in 1929, delivering police, water/sewer, public works, permitting, finance, and emergency-notification services to approximately 1,315 residents across 1,318 acres via village departments and third-party civic-tech platforms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251), Administration of Conservation Programs (92412)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Planning, Zoning, Permitting & Code Enforcement (BPAIACAE), Urban & Regional Planning (Land Use, Zoning, Master Planning) (BPAIANAD)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Water and sewer utilities
• Building and zoning permits
• Police and public safety
• Public works infrastructure

Headquarters

HQ city

Bannockburn

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Property Taxes: Primary municipal revenue source from residential and commercial property owners within village boundaries
2. Water and Sewer Utility Billing: Quarterly billing for water and sanitary sewer services. Water purchased from City of Highland Park; sewer treatment provided by Village of Deerfield. Tiered water rates encourage conservation. Bills mailed in January, April, July, and October with 30-day payment terms.
3. Building Permits and Fees: Fees for building permits, architectural review (ARC Level I and II), zoning applications, and construction inspections. Revenue supports building department operations.
4. Business Licenses: Annual licensing fees for businesses operating within village including home occupations and commercial establishments
5. Food, Beverage, and Hotel Taxes: Municipal tax on food, beverages, and hotel stays collected from local establishments
6. Pet Licenses: One-time lifetime dog license fees: $50/$100 for dogs under 8 years (neutered/non-neutered); $30/$60 for dogs 8 years and older

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Village of Bannockburn is a municipal government entity that administers local government services to residents and businesses within its 1,318-acre boundaries in Lake County, Illinois. Core offerings include police protection, water and sewer utilities (water purchased from City of Highland Park, sewer treatment by Village of Deerfield), building and zoning permitting with architectural review, public works (streets, snow plowing, forestry), and community programs. Services are funded by property taxes, utility billing, permit fees, and business licenses.

Product overview

The Village of Bannockburn operates a comprehensive municipal government services platform. The primary offering is the village government services portal (bannockburn.org) which serves as the central hub for all village operations. Core services include water and sewer utilities (managed via Eye On Water for usage tracking and Aqua Backflow for backflow prevention compliance), police department services, building and zoning permitting (via BSA Online), finance department functions, public works infrastructure, and community programs like the Community Solar initiative. The village also provides an Emergency Notification System powered by Blackboard Connect and a GIS Mapping Platform for geographic information. These services are delivered through a combination of in-house village departments and third-party platforms including BSA Online for permits, ArcGIS for mapping, and various utility service providers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Water & Sewer Utility Services
• Police Department Services
• Building & Zoning Services
• Public Works Services
• Finance Department Services
• Community Solar Program
• Village GIS Web Map
• Eye On Water Usage Tracking
• Emergency Notification System
• Backflow Prevention Program
• Online Permit Portal
• Pet Licenses
• Business Licenses
• Garbage, Recycling, and Curbside Composting
• Notary Public Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Niche #1 ranking for Best Places to Live in Chicago Area and Illinois (2023)
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Commonwealth Edison (ComEd)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerComEd awarded Bannockburn an environmental grant for invasive species control, native plant establishment, stormwater infiltration, and habitat enhancement at two village sites. Project improves air and water quality and reduces erosion.
• Metropolitan Mayors CaucusminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVillage partnered with Metropolitan Mayors Caucus to participate in the state's largest community solar program (CS2 Residential and Small Commercial Program), providing residents access to community solar farms in northern Illinois.
• MC Squared Energy Services (MC2)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMC2 serves as Program Administrator for community solar enrollment and billing. Subscribers receive net metering credits on ComEd bills and save 10% on electricity supply portion.
• City of Highland ParkcoreOthersVillage purchases Lake Michigan water from City of Highland Park. Water is vital to maintaining quality of life for residents and commercial customers.
• Village of DeerfieldcoreOthersVillage of Deerfield provides wastewater treatment services for the Village of Bannockburn. Bannockburn owns and maintains sanitary sewer lines for properties in central and south sections.
• North Shore Water Reclamation District (NSWRD)minorOthersSanitary sewer district serving properties on north and east side of village. NSWRD separately bills residents for wastewater treatment via property tax.
• Lake County Sanitary Sewer System DistrictminorOthersSanitary sewer district serving properties on west side of village. Residents billed directly by Lake County for sewer service.
• City of Lake ForestcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVillage has intergovernmental agreement with City of Lake Forest to provide building plan reviews and perform inspections, as village outsources these services.
• DBR Chamber of CommerceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDeerfield, Bannockburn, Riverwoods Chamber of Commerce (since 1925) supports local businesses through networking, marketing, education, resources, and advocacy.
• Lake County PartnersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEconomic development corporation working to attract, retain, and expand businesses in Lake County, creating quality jobs and stimulating capital investment.
• Deerfield-Bannockburn Fire Protection DistrictcoreOthersFire protection district provides emergency management services, fire protection, life safety review for construction, fire inspection, and life safety permits. Village follows International Fire Code 2018.
• LRScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLRS (Lakeshore Recycling Systems) provides garbage, recycling, and curbside composting services. All residents required to use LRS for refuse needs.
• SWALCOminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSolid Waste Agency of Lake County implements regional solid waste management. Partners with village on recycling events, composting programs, and household hazardous waste.
• Lake County Forest PreserveminorOthersForest Preserve District (31,000 acres) protects natural areas and provides passive recreation. Bannockburn links to forest preserves and trails.
• North Shore Mosquito Abatement DistrictminorOthersProvides mosquito control services to help prevent mosquito-borne diseases and reduce nuisance mosquito populations.
• Northern Illinois University Center for Governmental StudiesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNIU CGS assisted village in developing 5-Year Strategic Plan through focus groups, surveys, and stakeholder workshops with trustees and senior leadership.
• Egret & OxminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlanning firm assisted village in comprehensive plan update, working alongside NIU to create planning documents that guide future development and zoning.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves15 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Village of Deerfield, IL: Adjacent Lake County village of comparable size and affluence. Deerfield provides wastewater treatment services to Bannockburn, making it both a direct municipal peer and an operational counterparty.
• Village of Long Grove, IL: Small affluent Lake County village emphasizing rural character, large lots, and preservation of natural areas. Strongly comparable in zoning philosophy and community character to Bannockburn.
• Village of Riverwoods, IL: Adjacent small, affluent residential Lake County village with comparable population scale and rural-lot character. Shares Bannockburn's commitment to preserving open space and limiting density.
• Village of Lake Forest, IL: Affluent Lake County municipality that provides outsourced building plan reviews and inspections to Bannockburn under an intergovernmental agreement. Closest functional peer in service scope and resident demographics.
• Village of Lincolnshire, IL: Nearby Lake County village of similar size serving an affluent residential community. Operates police, public works, and building/zoning services in a comparable structure to Bannockburn.
• Village of Mettawa, IL: Very small Lake County village with low population and large lot sizes. Comparable in municipal scale, demographic profile, and emphasis on preserving rural estate character.
• Village of Kildeer, IL: Small Lake County residential village of comparable demographics and lot-size character. Operates a similar lean municipal structure focused on zoning, public safety, and infrastructure.

Broad incumbents

• City of Highland Park, IL: Larger adjacent municipality that supplies Lake Michigan water to Bannockburn. Comparable in providing full municipal services in an affluent Lake County setting, with overlapping regulatory responsibilities.
• Village of Buffalo Grove, IL: Larger Lake County municipality offering the same municipal services (police, water, public works, building/zoning) at greater scale. Useful as a reference point for service maturity and operating efficiency.
• Lake County, Illinois: County-level public administration that Bannockburn operates within. Provides broader context on regulatory oversight, tax administration, and intergovernmental service relationships that frame Bannockburn's operating environment.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/village-of-bannockburn

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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