Honoring Westerville’s Veterans Through Public Recognition Along Main Street

About the Campaign:
The Westerville Military Banner program recognizes the sons and daughters of Westerville who are currently serving or hold Veteran status from a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Reserves and National Guard). The program will feature the individual's military photo on full-color, double sided banners on light poles in Uptown Westerville along State Street, between Home and Walnut Streets.

Why Participate?

• Honor Local Heroes: Celebrate the bravery and dedication of veterans by contributing to a banner that highlights their service.
• Preserve Their Legacy: Ensure that the sacrifices of our veterans are remembered and appreciated by future generations.
• Strengthen Community Bonds: Foster a sense of unity and gratitude within the community.

Guidelines:

Active, retired, or honorably discharged members of the six recognized United States

Armed Forces service branches

• Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Space Force are eligible
• Service member must be active duty OR a veteran and a current or former resident within the City of Westerville OR Westerville City School District OR an immediate family member (spouse, parent, sibling, grandchild or legal guardian) of a resident within the Westerville City School District. (See below.)
• For the purposes of this program, “armed forces” are defined as meaning the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, per section 101(a)(4) of title 10, United States Code. Also for the purpose of this program, “active duty” is defined as full-time active military service to the United States as defined in section 101(d)(1) of title 10, United States Code.
• This program is offered on a first come, first served basis. First priority for the program will be given to Westerville residents (proof of residency will be required e.g. copy of utility bill, driver's license). Second priority will extend to residents of the Westerville City School District (WCSD). School District boundaries are determined by WCSD. Please consult the WCSD website if you are unsure of your school district designation.

Program Requirements:

Applicants must provide a high-resolution digital image or scan of their military member’s photo(s). High-resolution means it is at least 300 dots-per-inch (DPI), ensuring the photos contain enough detail for print quality purposes. If photo submitted online does not meet this requirement, applicant may be asked to bring it to the City Manager’s Office at 21 S. State St., where a staff member will scan and return the photo. To download and read the full Military Banner Policy, please see the Campaign Documents tab below.