State law authorizes Ohio townships to operate under a basic form of government and perform a wide variety of functions. There are 1,308 townships in Ohio and they are varied in population size, annual operating budget, and range of services delivered to residents.

Ohio townships most commonly provide residents with services such as road maintenance, cemetery management, police and fire protection, emergency...

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Carlisle Township

September 2022 is special to Carlisle Township as we celebrate our 200th birthday. Located in the heart of Lorain County, Carlisle Township has both an urban and rural component to its geopolitical make-up. The township is easily accessed by commuters from day jobs in Cleveland and western Cuyahoga County by the state highway system. So, whether you prefer a close proximity to shopping opportunities or the open space of...

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