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August 7, 2025

Westfield Special Census – Starting Mid-August
We’re counting every resident to ensure Westfield receives the resources it deserves.

Why Now?
Mayor Scott Willis says updated numbers could bring $6–8 million in state funding for roads, infrastructure, and community amenities. Our 2020 census showed 50,000 residents; today, we estimate closer to 65,000.

Accurate data also supports local business growth, like attracting new restaurants by increasing available liquor licenses.

How It Works

• In mid-August, you’ll receive a notice with instructions to complete the census questionnaire.
• Respond promptly to avoid door-to-door follow-ups in September.
• Your quick response helps Westfield secure funding and opportunities for our growing community.

Be Counted. Shape Westfield’s Future.

Special Census Timeline:

• August 8: Mailing #1
• August 14: Mailing #2
• August 21: Mailing #3
• September 10: Internet Self-Response Period Ends
• September 30: Field Representatives begin going door-to-door 

What to Do
Your mailer includes a link and code. Visit the link, enter the code, and answer a few questions, like how many people live in your home. Only one person per household needs to complete it.

Why You’ll Get Multiple Mailers
The U.S. Census Bureau will send reminders on Aug. 8, 14, 21, and Sept. 2. They can’t see who has responded, so everyone keeps getting mailers. If you’ve already completed it, just ignore the extras.

Why Some Won’t Get a Mailer
New neighborhoods or multi-family units may be missing from the Census Bureau’s list. If you don’t get a mailer, field reps will visit starting in September to collect your information in person.

If You Don’t Respond
A field rep with an ID badge will visit your home. If you’re not there, they’ll leave a note with a phone number so you can call in your details.

Why It Matters
The Special Census updates Westfield’s population count, which determines how much state funding we receive—potentially millions for roads, public safety, and infrastructure.

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2025 Village Farms Annual Report Now Available

We’re excited to share the 2025 Village Farms Annual Report, highlighting the accomplishments, financials, and key developments within our community over the past year.

👉 Click here to view the Annual Report

Please note: Access to the report is password-protected and intended exclusively for Village Farms residents. If you did not receive an email with the password, please reach out to:

Tiffany Liss
Director of Communications
📧 communications@thevillagefarms.com

To maintain the confidentiality of the report, we kindly ask that you do not share or forward the password.

If you have any questions or need help accessing the document, we’re here to assist.

Thank you for your continued involvement and support in making Village Farms a great place to live.

Warm regards,
Steve Castle
President
Village Farms Homeowners Association

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Westfield Police Department’s Youth Leadership and Development Academy

When:          Monday, July 7^th, to Friday, July 11^th, 2025
Time:            4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location:    Westfield Police Department
17535 Darton Road, Westfield, IN 46074

The Westfield Police Department and Citizens Academy Alumni are hosting a free summer academy focused on youth leadership and development, for teen girls and boys:

This camp is FREE, and dinner will be provided. From 4-6 pm each camp day, youth will learn from guest speakers about topics like:

• Effective communication
• Leadership skills
• Personal finance
• Interviewing tips/mock interviews

The second half of each camp day, from 6 pm to 8 pm, will include:

• Dinner
• Discovering police department-related topics/activities such as using the intoxicated driver glasses & learning the effects of this, social media safety,  what to do if you’re in an accident or traffic stop, etc.

The goal of this camp/academy is to support youth in developing skill sets that will help them thrive in their daily life & also prepare them for job-seeking and learning more about the Westfield Police Department.

If your child is interested in attending, please download the application, consent, and liability release forms. Complete the application, sign the release, and email both documents back to Lieutenant Charles Hollowell (chollowell@westfield.in.gov)

The deadline to apply is Monday, June 30, 2025.

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2025 Village Farms Fourth of July Parade

Let Freedom Ring—Bike Parade Style!

Celebrate Independence Day the Village Farms way! 🇺🇸
Get ready to show your red, white, and blue spirit at our annual July 4th Parade—a favorite neighborhood tradition!

🗓 Date: July 4th
🕘 Arrival Time: 10:30 AM
🕘 Start Time: 11:00 AM Parade begins.
📍 Location: Village Farms clubhouse, lower level parking lot

Decorate your bikes, scooters, wagons, or strollers with patriotic flair—streamers, flags, balloons, and sparkle are all welcome! Whether you’re riding or cheering from the sidelines, there’s fun for everyone.

🎉 Prizes for the most festive decorations
🎶 Music, treats, and community cheer

Come one, come all, and don’t forget your stars and stripes!
Let’s make this Independence Day one to remember.

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Our annual HOA meeting is on April 16th and, as you may know, this meeting requires a quorum of 10% of our residents (77) to be in attendance either personally or through a proxy. The proxy form to be used for this meeting is included and it should be completed by anyone who can’t attend the meeting in person, but is willing to designate a proxy, or “stand-in,” to vote in his/her place. To complete the form a resident can designate a proxy by printing that person’s name in the space provided. This individual can be a friend, or someone you trust, who will attend the meeting, a sitting Board member who will attend the meeting or it can be left blank, in which case the president of the Board will vote in your absence. Next, you will want to place an “X” in the blank to authorize your proxy to vote in your place when appropriate. And last, you need to date and sign the form and then complete the resident identification block by printing your name and address in the spaces provided. Once the form is completed, you can then do one of the following:

1.) Give it to the individual designated as your proxy, who should then bring it to the meeting for verification purposes or,

2.) If preferred, you can return it by mail to The Village Farms, Inc., P.O. Box 717, Westfield, IN 46074 or,

3.) E-mail it to propertymanager@thevillagefarms.com or,

4.) You can hand deliver it to the clubhouse drop box (next to lower level door).

All of this information will be listed on the proxy form as well.

In addition, the proxy form is self-addressed and stamped on the reverse for your convenience should you choose to mail it. Merely re-fold it with the address on the outside, seal the exposed edge with clear tape and drop it in the mail. No stamp is necessary. If you choose to mail in the form, hand deliver it to the Clubhouse, e-mail it, you should do so in time for it to arrive at least 2 days prior to the date of the meeting so it can be verified.

Your BOD looks forward to seeing you in April or receiving your proxy form in lieu of attending.

If you would like to sign up for the craft fair, please fill out this form!

🐰 Today’s Easter egg hunt will be held indoors due to the rain. Please enter the clubhouse through the lower level to start. Thank you! 🐰

Our annual HOA meeting is on April 18th and, as you may know, this meeting requires a quorum of 10% of our residents (77) to be in attendance either personally or through a proxy. The proxy form to be used for this meeting is included and it should be completed by anyone who can’t attend the meeting in person, but is willing to designate a proxy, or “stand-in,” to vote in his/her place. To complete the form a resident can designate a proxy by printing that person’s name in the space provided. This individual can be a friend, or someone you trust, who will attend the meeting, a sitting Board member who will attend the meeting or it can be left blank, in which case the president of the Board will vote in your absence. Next, you will want to place an “X” in the blank to authorize your proxy to vote in your place when appropriate. And last, you need to date and sign the form and then complete the resident identification block by printing your name and address in the spaces provided. Once the form is completed, you can then do one of the following:

1.) Give it to the individual designated as your proxy, who should then bring it to the meeting for verification purposes or,

2.) If preferred, you can return it by mail to The Village Farms, Inc., P.O. Box 717, Westfield, IN 46074 or,

3.) E-mail it to propertymanager@thevillagefarms.com or,

4.) You can hand deliver it to the clubhouse drop box (next to lower level door).

All of this information will be listed on the proxy form as well.

In addition, the proxy form is self-addressed and stamped on the reverse for your convenience should you choose to mail it. Merely re-fold it with the address on the outside, seal the exposed edge with clear tape and drop it in the mail. No stamp is necessary. If you choose to mail in the form, hand deliver it to the Clubhouse, e-mail it, you should do so in time for it to arrive at least 2 days prior to the date of the meeting so it can be verified.

Your BOD looks forward to seeing you in April or receiving your proxy form in lieu of attending.

• March 25: Easter egg hunt
• May 19-20: Spring garage sale
• June 17: Fishing tournament
• July 4: Bike parade
• Aug 5: Splash Bash
• Sept 8-9: Fall garage sale
• Sept 13: Car show
• Oct 28: Family Halloween party
• Nov 25: Craft fair
• Dec 9: Family Christmas party

If you have any questions or would like to volunteer for these events, please contact Maggie Cordaro at social@thevillagefarms.com