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The Village had its beginnings in 1817 when settlers from New England homesteaded by the side of Camel Creek.  Their neighbors included the Wolf and Chippewa Indians.  Henry Thorndyke and James Fowler became the first landowners of the twenty-five square miles of the newly formed Township.  James Fowler named the new territory after his home, Westfield, Massachusetts.

Westfield Center, located in southern Medina County, was established in 1826.  The Village was laid out as a typical New England settlement with a central four  acre green.  The Village Hall, facing the commons, was built two  years later and was soon joined by two  churches, a general store and an inn.  The Post Office came in 1836 and the Village somehow became known as LeRoy.  The name issue was resolved in 1971 when the Village was once again named Westfield Center.

A new Village Hall, housing the municipal government offices, the Police Department and the Post Office, was dedicated in 2001.

No historical sketch, however brief, can ignore the impact of the Westfield Group.  The presence of “The Company” put the tiny Village “on the map”.  Chartered by the Ohio legislature in 1848, the Ohio Farmers’ Insurance was founded by local farmers.  In 1971, in conjunction with the Village name change, the Ohio Farmers’ Insurance became the Westfield Companies.  Originally critics said the business could not succeed.  The Company has now been in business for more than 160 years and contributes to the financial stability of the Village.  The Westfield Group is a recognized good citizen of the community.

Job Opening – Police Chief

The Village of Westfield Center is in search of a new Police Chief.  Westfield Center is located in the southern portion of Medina County.  The Village has a population of 1115 with 500 households.  The Village is also home to the corporate headquarters of Westfield Insurance with approximately 1,500 commuters.  The department has 2 employees.  …

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Trash Contract

VILLAGE OF WESTFIELD CENTER RESIDENTS: Rumpke will continue to be your trash service provider. Your new rate has increased $1.00 per month and will be $17.67 per month (per unit).  If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Rumpke 1-800-828-8171.

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2024 Holiday Lighting Event!

5th Annual “Let it Shine” in Westfield Center A Perfect Way to Kick-off the Holiday Season! NOVEMBER 29th at 5:15 P.M. The “Let it Shine” Committee is planning a fun-filled event including: Holiday Tree and Park Circle Lighting, Music, Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, Refreshments and Santa & Mrs. Claus!

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Leaf Pickup Schedule

Regular leaf pickup will begin the week of October 21st. If there is an abundance of leaves that fall prior to that date, pickup will start on an as needed basis. Leaves to be removed should be placed at the curb as indicated below.

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