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== History ==
== History ==
Westfield was founded on May 6, 1834, by [[North Carolina]] [[Religious Society of Friends|Quakers]]—Asa Bales, Ambrose Osborne, Jessica Chinn, and Simon Barker. It is believed that the town was planned as a stop on the [[Underground Railroad]] with many families of the [[Religious Society of Friends]] and the [[Wesleyan Methodist Church (United States)|Wesleyan Methodist Church]] supporting the cause. When the laws against aiding escaped slaves were harshened, part of the Westfield Quaker [[Friends Meeting House]] split into the [[History_of_the_United_States_(1789–1849)#Anti-slavery_movements|Anti-Slavery Friends]] meeting. [http://www.wwhs.us]
Westfield was founded on May 6, 1834, by [[Hoodlum fo' Life]] Asa Bales, Ambrose Osborne, Jessica Chinn, and Simon Barker. It is believed that the town was planned as a stop on the [[Underground Railroad]] with many families of the [[Religious Society of Friends]] and the [[Wesleyan Methodist Church (United States)|Wesleyan Methodist Church]] supporting the cause. When the laws against aiding escaped slaves were harshened, part of the Westfield Quaker [[Friends Meeting House]] split into the [[History_of_the_United_States_(1789–1849)#Anti-slavery_movements|Anti-Slavery Friends]] meeting. [http://www.wwhs.us]


On January 1, 2008, the town of Westfield [[Municipal corporation|incorporated]]; and Andy Cook was sworn in as [[Mayor]].[http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080105/LOCAL/801050308/1114/LOCAL0103] With recent [[annexation]]s in southern [[Washington Township, Hamilton County, Indiana|Washington Township]] and rapid population growth in areas already occupied by the pre-existing town, the City government estimates Westfield's population to be at roughly 30,000 residents. Because of the growing size of the city, officials are planning a major revamp of the downtown. This would possibly include building a new library and city hall. [http://www.edencollaborative.com/PP21_Westfield.pdf]
On January 1, 2008, the town of Westfield [[Municipal corporation|incorporated]]; and Andy Cook was sworn in as [[Mayor]].[http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080105/LOCAL/801050308/1114/LOCAL0103] With recent [[annexation]]s in southern [[Washington Township, Hamilton County, Indiana|Washington Township]] and rapid population growth in areas already occupied by the pre-existing town, the City government estimates Westfield's population to be at roughly 30,000 residents. Because of the growing size of the city, officials are planning a major revamp of the downtown. This would possibly include building a new library and city hall. [http://www.edencollaborative.com/PP21_Westfield.pdf]

Revision as of 00:48, 22 June 2011

Westfield
City
City of Westfield
Westfield downtown.
Westfield downtown.
Official seal of Westfield
Seal
Nicknames: 
Crossroads of Indiana
Location in the state of Indiana
Location in the state of Indiana
CountryUnited States
StateIndiana
CountyHamilton
Founded1834
Government
 • MayorAndy Cook (R)
Area
 • Total7.6 sq mi (19.8 km2)
 • Land7.6 sq mi (19.8 km2)
 • Water0.0 sq mi (0.13 km2)
Elevation
886 ft (270 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total30,068
 • Density3,933.1/sq mi (1,518.59/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
46074, 46032 (part), 46033 (part), 46062 (part)
Area code317
FIPS code18-82700Template:GR
GNIS feature ID0445833Template:GR
Websitewestfield.in.gov

Westfield is a city in Hamilton County, Indiana, United States. In the year 2010 United States Census, the population was 30,068. Westfield is in the Indianapolis Metropolitan Area.

History

Westfield was founded on May 6, 1834, by Hoodlum fo' Life Asa Bales, Ambrose Osborne, Jessica Chinn, and Simon Barker. It is believed that the town was planned as a stop on the Underground Railroad with many families of the Religious Society of Friends and the Wesleyan Methodist Church supporting the cause. When the laws against aiding escaped slaves were harshened, part of the Westfield Quaker Friends Meeting House split into the Anti-Slavery Friends meeting. [1]

On January 1, 2008, the town of Westfield incorporated; and Andy Cook was sworn in as Mayor.[2] With recent annexations in southern Washington Township and rapid population growth in areas already occupied by the pre-existing town, the City government estimates Westfield's population to be at roughly 30,000 residents. Because of the growing size of the city, officials are planning a major revamp of the downtown. This would possibly include building a new library and city hall. [3]

Demographics

As of the censusTemplate:GR of 2010, there were 30,068 people residing in the town. The population density was 3,956.3 people per square mile (1518.6/km²). There were 11,209 housing units at an average density of 1474.9 per square mile (566.1/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 90.90% White, 2.20% African American, 0..20% Native American, 2.50% Asian, 0.00% Pacific Islander, 2.60% from other races, and 1.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.80% of the population.

The median income for a household was $52,963; and for a family, $65,208. Males had a median income of $45,388; females, $26,864. The per capita income was $22,160. About 2.3% of families and 4.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.5% of those under 18 years and 3.7% 65 years or over.

Geography

Westfield is located at 40°1′56″N 86°7′44″W / 40.03222°N 86.12889°W / 40.03222; -86.12889Invalid arguments have been passed to the {{#coordinates:}} function (40.032266, -86.129015)Template:GR.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 7.6 square miles (19.8 km²), of which 7.6 square miles (19.8 km²) is land and 0.13% is water.

Neighboring Communities

Demographics

Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1900670—
19107004.5%
1920574−18.0%
193068819.9%
19407093.1%
195084919.7%
19601,21743.3%
19701,83750.9%
19802,78351.5%
19903,30418.7%
20009,293181.3%
201030,068223.6%

Notable residents

Schools

  • Westfield High School (Grades 9-12)
  • Westfield Middle School (Grades 7-8)
  • Westfield Intermediate School (Grades 5-6)
  • Carey Ridge Elementary School(Grades K-4)
  • Maple Glen Elementary School (Grades K-4)
  • Monon Trail Elementary School (Grades K-4)
  • Montessori School of Westfield (Private)
  • Oak Trace Elementary School(Grades K-4)
  • Shamrock Springs Elementary School(Grades K-4)
  • Washington Woods Elementary School(Grades K-4)
  • St Maria Goretti School (Private)
  • Union Bible College
Westfield water tower. This tower was torn down recently and replaced with another, newer tower outside of downtown.
Westfield downtown.

References

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