Mission We are and always have been a proud local democracy. In our service, we strive to provide the best quality of life and environment in which our residents and businesses can thrive. We seek to ally our proud traditions with the best innovations of the future. Vision Dublin, Ohio, is the most sustainable, connected and resilient global city of choice. Core Values Integrity, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Accountability, Positive Attitude & Dedication to Service. The City of Dublin operates under a set of seven key core values: integrity, respect, communication, teamwork, accountability, positive attitude and dedication to service. Staff members use these seven values as the basis for daily decision-making, including the decisions that go into the budget process. Integrity. We are open and honest. We honor our commitments to the community and each other. Our actions are consistent with what we say. Respect. We treat our coworkers and members of the community with courtesy and dignity. We embrace diversity and acknowledge the needs, responsibilities and inherent worth of each individual. Communication. We maintain an environment in which employees feel free to share ideas and information. We promote open interaction throughout the organization to ensure knowledge and understanding among all employees and our community. Teamwork. We create a climate in which all employees work together and support the individual talents and contributions of team members. We celebrate successes and see mistakes as opportunities for growth; we will never willingly let a member of our team fail. Accountability. We are responsible to our community and each other for our personal and organizational decisions, actions and performance results. We are committed stewards of our City’s assets and resources. Positive Attitude. We focus our efforts on constructive behavior, attitudes and solutions. We promote an environment that people love going to every day – a place where each individual can find a sense of belonging, inspiration, enjoyment and meaning. Dedication to Service. We pursue innovation and continuous improvement in all we do. We are committed to efficient, effective and responsive service delivery that makes a difference in the lives of those we serve. Leadership Philosophy We are members of an organization that succeeds because of teamwork, dedication, diversity and the innovative spirit of all of our members. Together, we build a culture of trust, service , mutual respect, inclusion and open communication. We hold ourselves mutually accountable to promote and sustain continuous learning and to develop the learning potential that exists in every member of our team.

Administrative Orders – City of Dublin, Ohio, USA

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Administrative Orders (AO)

1. General Administration

			Date
1.1	Administrative Order Policy	View	9/30/21
1.2	Procedure and Format for Presentation of Reports to City Council	View	11/01/93

1.4	Adherence to the Organizational “Chain-of-Command”	View	05/01/00
1.5	Processing Procedure for Certain Administrative Forms	View	10/30/06
1.6	Provision of Meals to Employees under Unusual, Emergency, or Special Conditions	View	03/01/08
1.8	City Ethics Policy	View	4/30/19
1.9	Requests for Legal Services from Law Director’s Office	View	1/25/22
1.10	Communications Equipment and Call Numbers	View	11/01/93
1.11	Awards for Existing Boards, Commissions, Council and Committee Members	View	06/22/22

1.13	Waste Minimization and Office Recycling Program (US EPA WasteWi$e Program)	View	3/17/23

1.15	Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator	View	11/01/93
1.16	Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Grievance Procedure	View	12/15/06
1.18	Public Records Policy – Public’s Right to Inspection and Disclosure of City Documents	View	07/28/22
1.19	Records Management	View	05/20/22

1.21	Media Relations Policy Manual	View	08/09/22
1.22	Designation of Acting Clerk of Council	View	09/12/96

1.25	Adoption of Graphic Standards Program for City-Wide Stationary, Print Pieces and Promotional Materials	View	10/02/96
1.26	Dangerous & Vicious Animals	View	1/04/22
1.27	Social Media Policy	View	6/20/18
1.28	Volunteer Resources Standards	View	12/13/17
1.29	Public Meeting Material Submission	View	1/11/23
1.30	Public Meeting Protocol	View	7/20/23

2. Personnel / Employment

			Date
2.2	Sexual Harassment Policy	View	09/05/12
2.3	Sexual Harassment Policy	View	09/05/12
2.4	No Smoking Policy	View	4/19/22
2.5	Uniforms for Personnel within Streets & Utilities, Parks, Facilities, and Engineering	View	01/06/11
2.6	Procedure for Addressing General Employee Concerns	View	05/29/02
2.8	Administrative Practices & Procedures for the Recruitment Of Law Enforcement Personnel	View	11/01/93
2.9	Cooperative Agreements for the Recruitment of Law Enforcement Personnel	View	11/01/93
2.10	Community Outreach for Recruitment of Law Enforcement Personnel	View	11/01/93
2.11	Comprehensive Recruitment Plan for Law Enforcement Personnel	View	11/01/93
2.12	Affirmative Action & EEO Plan for the Recruitment of Law Enforcement Personnel	View	12/11/15


2.15	Professional and Legal Requirements for the Selection of Entry-Level Law Enforcement Personnel	View	10/2/22






2.22	The Promotional Selection/Examination Process for Corporal, Sergeant, and Lieutenant Job Classifications	View	01/8/19


2.25	Informal Compensatory Time for Exempt Personnel	View	07/25/22
2.26	Employee Recognition and Appreciation	View	04/15/19
2.27	Advanced Step Placement for Entry-Level Law Enforcement Personnel Upon Appointment	View	04/18/02
2.28	Wage Structure for Seasonal, Temporary, Emergency, and Part-Time Permanent Positions	View	09/11/22
2.29	Professional Standards/Requirements for the Selection of Police Communications Personnel	View	11/30/17
2.30	Salary Management Practices/Pay Adjustments	View	02/19/13

2.32	Recruitment & Selection Process for Seasonal/Temporary Personnel	View	07/29/13
2.33	Employment References	View	11/01/93

2.35	Drug-Free Workplace	View	10/10/03
2.36	Consumption of Alcohol by City Employees	View	06/08/01
2.37	Use of Prescription and “Over-the-Counter” Medication By City Employees	View	06/09/08
2.38	Employee Drug & Alcohol Testing Program	View	06/04/13
2.39	Employee Assistance Program	View	06/24/22
2.40	Pre-Employment Drug Testing Program	View	03/27/07
2.41	Student Intern Program	View	01/01/23
2.42	Residency requirement for Public Safety Personnel	View	04/18/02
2.43	Work Schedule Management for Non-Exempt Non-Union Employees	View	2/8/18

2.45	Classification Plan	View	07/12/95



2.49	Disrespectful or Malicious Conduct/Behavior in the Workplace	View	05/29/02
2.50	Pre-employment Driving Record Checks	View	08/01/13
2.51	Post-employment Driving Record Checks	View	08/01/13
2.52	New Hire Recruitment/Selection Process for Full-Time Permanent Positions within the Maintenance Worker, Sign Worker, Auto Mechanic I, and Custodial Worker Classification	View	08/01/13

2.54	Advanced Step Placement for Entry Level Law Enforcement Personnel (Communications Technicians) upon Appointment	View	04/18/02
2.55	Leave Donation Program	View	08/09/22
2.56	Delayed Start Times/Cancellations During Major Snow/Ice Events	View	2/15/19
2.57	Human Resource Director’s Role and Authority in Determining Equitable Starting Rates of Pay	View	12/29/99
2.58	Policy Regarding Travel Time Compensation for Non-Exempt Personnel	View	12/20/16
2.60	Family and Medical Leave	View	07/01/09

2.62	Standard New Hire Recruitment/Selection Process/Procedures for Full-Time and Part-Time Non-Union Permanent Positions	View	11/04/16
2.63	Intellectual Property	View	11/05/01
2.64	Job Evaluation System/Job Reclassification Process	View	12/20/11
2.66	Discrimination Policy	View	12/11/15
2.67	City Identification Cards	View	08/30/12
2.70	Health Savings Account Advance Contributions Request	View	06/24/22
2.71	Tuition Reimbursement Program Processing Procedures	View	02/10/22
2.72	Jury Duty & Guidelines for Court Appearances	View	01/10/22
2.73	Transgender Use of Restroom, Locker Room, Shower Policy	View	07/28/22
2.74	Lactation Policy	View	07/14/22
2.75	“On-Duty” Pay for Non-Union Personnel	View	01/1/19
2.76	Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI)	View	7/28/21
2.77	Establishment of the City Employee DEI Committee (CEDEIC)	View	5/01/21

3. Insurance & Risk Management

			Date
3.1	Safety Apparel and Personal Protective Equipment	View	08/12/21
3.2	Accident/Damage Reports and Committee	View	12/05/14
3.3	Accident/Injury Reports/Exposure Records	View	02/11/14
3.4	Firearms and Weapons Policy Concerning Dublin Public Facilities	View	11/01/93
3.5	Insurance Requirements for Contractors, Consultants (professional services), Event Sponsors and Co-Sponsors, and Volunteer Organizations	View	01/03/02
3.6	City of Dublin Safety and Health Program	View	08/12/21
3.7	Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing	View	08/01/01
3.8	Temporary Modified Work Assignments	View	08/12/21
3.9	Personal Property in the Work Place	View	02/08/05
3.10	Workplace Violence Policy	View	10/6/22
3.11	Third Party Liability Claim Reporting Procedures	View	06/22/22
3.12	Policy/Procedure for Managing Employee Exposure to Tuberculosis	View	10/25/00
3.13	Policy Regarding the Presence of Animals within City Owned/Leased Buildings/Facilities	View	10/02/01
3.15	Policy Governing the Operation of City Vehicles	View	10/6/22
3.16	Nicotine Testing Program	View	06/24/22

4. Purchasing, Contracting, Competitive Bidding

			Date
4.1	Prevailing Wage Requirements 4.1	View	08/22/22
4.2	Standard Professional Services Contract	View	11/01/93
4.3	Purchasing Preference for Soil Amendments Derived from Recycled Yard Waste	View	11/01/93
4.4	Purchasing Preference for Products Derived from Recycled Material	View	08/21/95

4.6	Purchasing Guidelines for Obtaining Quotes for Goods and Services	View	05/01/06

5. Accounting / Finance / Fee Schedules

			Date
5.1	Mileage Reimbursement/Liability for Using Personal Vehicle while Conducting City Business	View	06/01/98
5.2	Regulations Governing Travel Expenses	View	01/01/23

5.4	Employer Provided Vehicles	View	08/23/22
5.5	Policy and Procedures Regarding Fixed Assets	View	12/21/14






5.12	Policy & Fee Schedule Governing the Rental of City Equipment for Special Events and Fees for Related City Services	View	06/22/22
5.13	Recording and Approving Employee Time	View	08/22/22
5.14	Payment Card Handling: PCI Compliance Policy	View	06/18/10

6. Law Enforcement / Criminal Justice

			Date

6.2	Designation of Acting Chief of Police in the Absence or Disability of the Chief of Police	View	04/14/97

7. Operations / Public Services

			Date
7.1	Policy Governing the Service and Care of City-Owned Vehicles	View	09/10/13


7.3	Inspection of Occupied Residential Dwelling by City Inspection Personnel	View	06/24/22
7.4	Policy Governing Work Orders for the Placement of Traffic Control Devices	View	06/24/22
7.5	Code Enforcement Officers	View	06/24/22

8. Planning / Development

			Date



8.4	Community Plan Maintenance and Amendment Policy	View	09/10/13
8.5	Code Compliance Procedure	View	06/24/22

9. Information Technology & Cyber Security

			Date
9.1	Information Security (Under Development)
9.2	Technology Use	View	8/27/20
9.3	Mobile Device Management (Under Review by Staff)
9.4	Data Classification and Protection Policy (Under Development)
9.5	Incident Management (Under Development)

Public Records Request

Public Records Request Overview

In order to support faster response and better tracking of requests, the City of Dublin uses JustFOIA to collect, respond to and manage public information requests.

Why JustFOIA?

JustFOIA is a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) online application that helps streamline the open records request process for the community and improve efficiencies in getting requested information quickly and accurately.

The application lets community members submit requests for all city records, including police reports. Commonly requested information includes accident reports, copies of resolutions and body-camera video.

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Mission & Vision

Mission

We are and always have been a proud local democracy. In our service, we strive to provide the best quality of life and environment in which our residents and businesses can thrive. We seek to ally our proud traditions with the best innovations of the future.

Vision

Dublin, Ohio, is the most sustainable, connected and resilient global city of choice.

Core Values

Integrity, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Accountability, Positive Attitude & Dedication to Service.

The City of Dublin operates under a set of seven key core values: integrity, respect, communication, teamwork, accountability, positive attitude and dedication to service. Staff members use these seven values as the basis for daily decision-making, including the decisions that go into the budget process.

Integrity. We are open and honest. We honor our commitments to the community and each other. Our actions are consistent with what we say.
Respect. We treat our coworkers and members of the community with courtesy and dignity. We embrace diversity and acknowledge the needs, responsibilities and inherent worth of each individual.
Communication. We maintain an environment in which employees feel free to share ideas and information. We promote open interaction throughout the organization to ensure knowledge and understanding among all employees and our community.
Teamwork. We create a climate in which all employees work together and support the individual talents and contributions of team members. We celebrate successes and see mistakes as opportunities for growth; we will never willingly let a member of our team fail.
Accountability. We are responsible to our community and each other for our personal and organizational decisions, actions and performance results. We are committed stewards of our City’s assets and resources.
Positive Attitude. We focus our efforts on constructive behavior, attitudes and solutions. We promote an environment that people love going to every day – a place where each individual can find a sense of belonging, inspiration, enjoyment and meaning.
Dedication to Service. We pursue innovation and continuous improvement in all we do. We are committed to efficient, effective and responsive service delivery that makes a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Leadership Philosophy

We are members of an organization that succeeds because of teamwork, dedication, diversity and the innovative spirit of all of our members. Together, we build a culture of trust, service, mutual respect, inclusion and open communication. We hold ourselves mutually accountable to promote and sustain continuous learning and to develop the learning potential that exists in every member of our team.

City Code & Charter

City Code

The complete Dublin City Code is available online at American Legal City Ordinance website. Information staff at the Dublin branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library are available to help navigate this website.

Revised Charter of Dublin, Ohio

This Revised Charter, as adopted on March 19, 1996, became effective on July 4, 1996.

Zoning Code

The Zoning Code for Dublin is Chapter 153 of the Dublin Code of Ordinances. The Zoning Code sets land development requirements and establishes different uses within individual districts. Zoning regulations address the physical development of a site, such as building height, lot requirements, setbacks from lot lines, minimum numbers of parking spaces, sign types and sizes, and other related regulations.

City Hall
5555 Perimeter Dr.
Dublin, Ohio 43017

Phone:
614.410.4400

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Dublin, Ohio, USA

5555 Perimeter Drive
Dublin, Ohio, 43017

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Mon – Fri: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Phone: 614.410.4400