Located in the northeast corner of the Columbus Region, Westerville is a vital city of 36,000 with a rich New England heritage, a natural beauty, a thriving business district, and a vibrant economy. The restored Uptown District downtown features brick sidewalks, Victorian storefronts, and a number of unique shops and restaurants.

Ranked #46 on Money Magazines list of 100 Best Places to Live, Westerville is known for its many services and amenities. Police, fire, and emergency response times all average less than four minutes, and the city is routinely recognized for efficient snow removal, affordable electrical service, and a great water system. Education is also a priority; Westerville City Schools are repeatedly recognized by School/Match, Inc. as What Parents Want.

Located just 15 miles from Downtown Columbus and 12 miles from Port Columbus International Airport, Westerville is easily accessible from all of the Region's major highways.

• Inniswood Metro Gardens A peaceful 121-acre park highlighted by streams, woodlands, beautifully landscaped flower beds, rock gardens, and lawns.
• Westerville Community Center 96,600 square feet center on 25 acres offers a leisure pool with water slides and a lazy river; an 8-lane lap pool; walking/running track; gymnasium; fitness room; indoor climbing wall; locker rooms; program rooms; public meeting areas; a youth game room; an indoor playground and a "Kids Wait Room" child care area.

• Otterbein College Founded in 1847, this college of 3,100 students is ranked among the top 10 liberal arts institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. Otterbein was also one of only three colleges and universities nationwide to receive the Presidential Award for General Community Service. Seventy percent of students engaged in community service activities in 2006 and 2007, with more than 50 percent giving time to efforts that served disadvantaged youth.