6.5 Localities (e.g., Cities, Villages & Townships)

In Ohio, localities include cities, villages, and townships, each serving unique roles in managing community needs.  

Cities are larger municipalities with populations over 5,000 and provide a wide range of services like police, fire protection, and utilities.  

Villages are smaller, with populations under 5,000, offering similar services but on a smaller scale.  

Townships, often found in rural areas, are the most basic form of local government, focusing on services like road maintenance, zoning, and sometimes fire and police services. These different forms of local government help ensure that communities, whether large or small, have the appropriate resources and governance to meet their residents’ needs.  

Reference  

Bethel, Alyssa. 2015. Overview of Ohio Local Government. Ohio Legislative Service Commission. Columbus, OH.