Ashmere, Virginia facts for kids
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Ashmere
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 Ashmere
Location in Virginia
Ashmere
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Albemarle |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1675040 |
Ashmere is a small place located in Albemarle County, Virginia. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes or buildings that does not have its own local government. Instead, it is governed by the larger county it is part of.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own mayor or town council. The county government handles things like roads, schools, and police services for these areas.
How Communities Are Governed
- Cities and Towns: These places have their own local governments. They make their own rules and provide services.
- Unincorporated Areas: These areas are managed by the county government. The county takes care of everything for them.
This setup helps manage services for smaller groups of people. It also means fewer layers of government.
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