Village Departments & Core Municipal Services
The Village of Burnham provides a variety of basic municipal services through several key departments:
 

• Building Department – Issues permits, enforces building and zoning codes.
   

• Village Clerk – Handles official records, public notices, and meetings.
   

• Trustees & Elected Officials – Provide legislative and governance oversight.
   

• Police Department – Public safety and law enforcement services.
   

• Fire Department – Emergency response and fire protection.
   

• Public Works Department – Maintains streets, infrastructure, and general municipal upkeep.
   

• Water & Sewer Department – Manages water supply, sewer services, and utility infrastructure.
   

• FOIA Requests – Handles Freedom of Information Act requests for public records.
   

Additional Resident Services & Online Tools
 

• Job Openings – The village posts current employment opportunities for residents interested in working for the municipality.

• Newsletters – Regular updates and communications regarding village news, events, and initiatives.

• Online Bill Pay – A digital portal for residents to conveniently pay utility bills (e.g., water, sewer) online.
  
   

Utility Billing & General Inquiries
 

• The village offers a Utility Billing service, accessible via phone or an online portal. Residents can contact via 708‑862‑9150 (extension 2) or email at Utilitybilling@burnham‑il.gov.
   

• The Clerk's Office and general administrative services are available Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
  
   

Waste Management Services
 Burnham residents receive:
 

• Weekly garbage collection

• Seasonal yard waste removal

• Bulk/large-item disposal options

• Additional neighborhood-level services, such as adding carts online
  
   

Infrastructure & Environmental Projects
Burnham is actively engaged in civic improvements, flood mitigation, and infrastructure renewal, such as:
 

• Replacing aging sewer pump stations to reduce flooding

• Developing emergency warming/cooling centers

• Enhancing flood resilience, GIS mapping, and hazard mitigation planning