Kenneth L. Wright began his second term on Westerville’s City Council in January of this year; and he was appointed Mayor for a two-year term. Previously, he served as Westerville’s Vice-Mayor in 2022 and 2023.
Mayor Wright has been a Westerville resident since 2005, and an active member of the community since 2017.
He is a native Washingtonian, and a “PK” (Preacher’s Kid). His father was a Baptist Minister and had a Doctorate in Divinity, and his mother had a Masters in Divinity and was an officer with the National Baptist Convention of Washington, DC and Vicinity. Together, his parent’s instilled in him a humble confidence, a strong work ethic, and a charitable spirit. Mayor Wright’s focus areas over the next two years include: addressing affordable housing in Westerville; broadening the City’s efforts with Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging; and facilitating access to various programs and services to Westerville residents who may be financially challenged.
