Westfield Area Local Information

TRANSPORTATION

Westfield is 25 miles from New York City and has various modes of transportation. For those who prefer to drive, Westfield has easy access to the Garden State Parkway, I-78, I-287 and the New Jersey Turnpike. Only 20 minutes away is Newark International Airport, the third busiest airport in the nation. Residents also have quick access to public transportation such as Greyhound, NJ Transit, and Suburban Transit. In addition, Westfield has a train station conveniently located in the center of town, providing access to different areas.

POPULATION

Westfield's population is now approximately 29,644 according to the 2000 census.

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Westfield Township Information

Westfield is divided into four Wards. Each Ward is represented by two Town Council Members listed below who are elected to two-year terms.

Essentially, the town's four Wards can be thought of as four quadrants which all intersect within close proximity to the Westfield Train Station (located near the center of town). The train tracks, which run east and west of the Station, geographically demarcate what is known as the "Northside" and "Southside" of town.

Gregory C. McDermott, Mayor, 908-789-4046

1st Ward
Peter Echausse, 908-317-4421
Sal Caruana, 908-233-4039

2nd Ward
Jo Ann Neylan, 908-233-2441
Rafael Betancourt, 908-709-1700

3rd Ward
Andrew Skibitsky, 908-301-1265
Mark Ciarrocca, 908-233-1611

4th Ward
Lawrence A. Goldman, 908-654-8919
James Foerst, 908-233-3840