The Village operates under the Council-Manager form of local government. Bensenville has eight elected officials: six Trustees, a Clerk, and a President (Mayor). Our officials are elected at-large; they represent the entire Village.

Together, the Mayor and Village Board of Trustees create policy and direction for the Village. They perform such functions as:
 

The President appoints the Village Administrator with the approval of the Board. The Village Administrator carries out the policies and oversees the daily operation of Village business.