Township Government , Anderson's current form of government is limited to activity authorized by the Ohio General Assembly, leaving control over some activities to the County. With limited control, controlling the costs of government services are also curtailed on the local level. Township Government with Limited Home Rule provides some additional control with little or no additional cost, nominally expanding the township's ability to address minor concerns without seeking legislative authority from the Ohio General Assembly.
Incorporation enables government to address most citizen's concerns.
Township officials and residents depend on the State or County for traffic control and maintenance of these roads, including snow removal, resurfacing, and other improvements. Some Anderson Township homes and neighborhoods are not connected to public sewers. Private septic tanks and aeration systems, often improperly maintained and operated, cause health hazards and unpleasant conditions. Although Anderson Township controls most zoning of residential and business development, incorporation would permit extending that control to sidewalks, street lights, curb cuts, street widths, and subdivision regulation. To incorporate, Ohio law requires that residents of an area petition to place the issue on the ballot, which must be approved by a majority at a general election.