About Westfield
Together, we make Westfield home!
The Westfield Neighborhood Improvement Association (WNIA) is a volunteer-led organization working to make Westfield an even stronger, safer, and more connected community. Founded in 1977, WNIA brings neighbors together, shares important community information, advocates for residents, and supports neighborhood events and projects focused on greening, beautification, safety, zoning, outreach, and more.
Love Westfield? Get involved! WNIA is powered by neighbors who care about where they live. For just $10 a year, your membership helps support community events, neighborhood cleanups and greening, communications, advocacy, and other efforts that benefit Westfield. Members can also get involved with Westfield Cares, the Gardening Club, Communications, Legislative Affairs & Zoning, Membership & Outreach, community events, or other projects that match their interests and skills.
Board Members
John Eckenrode,
President 2026
Liz Spann, Secretary
OPEN POSITION
Member at Large
Monica Haines Benkhedda, Vice President 2026
Oksana Naumenko, Member at Large
OPEN POSITION
Treasurer
Jasmin Alston, Member at Large
OPEN POSITION
Member at Large
OPEN POSITION
Member at Large
🌟 Interested in Joining the WNIA Board?
Board elections are coming up in November!
We’re looking for Westfield neighbors who care about our community and want to help shape what comes next. You don’t need special experience — just an interest in getting involved, sharing your ideas, and working with other neighbors to make Westfield better. To apply to serve, fill out a WNIA board application via jotform.
Questions?
We’d love to talk with you about opportunities to get involved before the November elections. Contact us by email or reach out during a community event to learn more.
Roles and Responsibilities of the Officers:
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President: The President leads board meetings, sets the agenda, and works to represent the interests of the WNIA to the community and local government. This role is pivotal in fostering collaboration among board members and ensuring that organizational objectives are met.
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Vice President: The Vice President supports the President and is prepared to assume their responsibilities when needed. Additionally, this role involves coordinating the transition from the previous administration and managing the association's social media and communication.
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Secretary: The Secretary is responsible for taking detailed minutes during meetings, publishing approved minutes, and sharing meeting agendas with board members.
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Treasurer: The Treasurer maintains the association's finances, manages the checkbook, and provides regular financial reports to both the board and the membership.
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Member-at-large: As a non-specific role, this position will help the board in various tasks and take on additional responsibilities as needed. This may include assisting with event planning, community outreach, or other projects relevant to WNIA's mission.
Requirements:
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You must live in Westfield
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All positions are for one calendar year (unless filling an open spot mid-year).
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Board members should be able to regularly attend board and community meetings, assist with chairing and serving on WNIA committees, and to chair and / or help at some WNIA association events.