Government II
Local Government
Name: _________________________________________ Period: _________ Date: __________
This is a computer search activity. Go to the website http://www.westerville.org/, and answer the
questions below.
When was Westerville founded? ____________________
What type of government does Westerville have? ______________________________
How long has Westerville had this type of government? _________________________
How many people serve on Westerville’s City Council? _________________________
Who is Westerville’s Mayor? ______________________________
How can a person serve on a city board / commission? ___________________________________
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List all of Westerville’s city departments: _____________________________________________
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Choose one department, and describe its duties / services: ________________________________
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About how many residents does Westerville have? _________________________
When is yard waste collected in Westerville? __________________________________________
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Look at Westerville’s history, and describe something interesting: _________________________
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What is the function of the mayor’s court? _____________________________________________
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Why does Westerville use zoning? __________________________________________________
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How do you report a pothole in Westerville? __________________________________________
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Do you need a permit to put up a fence in Westerville? ___________________________________
If so, how much will it cost? _______________________________________________________
What types of large items can be set at the curb for trash pick-up? _________________________
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What items cannot be set at the curb for trash pick-up? ___________________________________
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Can you register for city programs, even if you’re not a Westerville resident? ____________
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