Plenty of open space between neighbors in this rural community of about 3,100. Residents enjoy the quiet atmosphere. Schools are generally Richmond Schools. Demographics

Officials: Supervisor Rod McCue, Clerk Pat Iseler, Treasurer Ann Colley, trustees Ron Olkowski and David Houston.

Township Hall: 1732 Bauman Road. Hours: 9 a.m. to noon, Monday- Thursday. 727-2055. Fax: 727-9871

Business: Mostly agricultural with some mining, natural gas and oil exploration.