Sister Cities

Purpose

The Sister Cities Committee acts as a communication link enhancing the quality of life, health and well-being for our community and the communities of Sylvania, Ohio & Pesche, Italy by:

• Stimulating growth, productivity of and interest in recreational, cultural, economical and educational groups between the City of Woodstock and its Sister Cities where feasible
• Enabling the public to become interested in the programs of individual groups participating in the sistering program
• Creating international goodwill, community involvement and wholesome recreation through the sharing of information, community events and friendly competition

Members

The Sister Cities Committee is made up of the following Citizen, Council and Staff representatives. Members of the committee remain on the committee for the duration of the current Council term of office.

Meetings

Committee meetings are held at Woodstock City Hall. The committee meets as required. Please contact the staff representative listed at the bottom of this page or the Council representatives to confirm dates and receive additional information.

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Raising issues

If you have an issue or concern, contact us. We will respond within seven days of receiving your concern.

Sister Cities Logo Competition

The Woodstock Sister Cities Committee and the Sylvania Sister City Commission held a logo design competition open to residents of Woodstock, the City of Sylvania and Sylvania Township. In June 2024, Mayor Acchione and Loretta Walters, Chair of the Sister Cities Advisory Committee presented Woodstock resident Nathan Friend with a certification and prize for his design of the new Sister Cities logo. The winner was chosen by residents of both communities and a jury, with equal representation from each city having selected the winning entry. The design will be used to promote the activities and projects of the Sister Cities.