Administrative Orders (AO)

1. General Administration

Date
1.1 Administrative Order Policy
9/30/21
1.2 Procedure and Format for Presentation of Reports to City Council
11/01/93
1.4 Adherence to the Organizational “Chain-of-Command”
05/01/00
1.5 Processing Procedure for Certain Administrative Forms
10/30/06
1.6 Provision of Meals to Employees under Unusual, Emergency, or Special Conditions
03/01/08
1.8 City Ethics Policy
4/30/19
1.9 Requests for Legal Services from Law Director’s Office
1/25/22
1.10 Communications Equipment and Call Numbers
11/01/93
1.11 Awards for Existing Boards, Commissions, Council and Committee Members
06/22/22
1.13 Waste Minimization and Office Recycling Program (US EPA WasteWi$e Program)
3/17/23
1.15 Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator
11/01/93
1.16 Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Grievance Procedure
12/15/06
1.18 Public Records Policy – Public’s Right to Inspection and Disclosure of City Documents
07/28/22
1.19 Records Management
05/20/22
1.21 Media Relations Policy Manual
08/09/22
1.22 Designation of Acting Clerk of Council
09/12/96
1.25 Adoption of Graphic Standards Program for City-Wide Stationary, Print Pieces and Promotional Materials
10/02/96
1.26 Dangerous & Vicious Animals
1/04/22
1.27 Social Media Policy
6/20/18
1.28 Volunteer Resources Standards
12/13/17
1.29 Public Meeting Material Submission
1/11/23
1.30 Public Meeting Protocol
7/20/23

2. Personnel / Employment

Date
2.2 Sexual Harassment Policy
09/05/12
2.3 Sexual Harassment Policy
09/05/12
2.4 No Smoking Policy
4/19/22
2.5 Uniforms for Personnel within Streets & Utilities, Parks, Facilities, and Engineering
01/06/11
2.6 Procedure for Addressing General Employee Concerns
05/29/02
2.8 Administrative Practices & Procedures for the Recruitment Of Law Enforcement Personnel
11/01/93
2.9 Cooperative Agreements for the Recruitment of Law Enforcement Personnel
11/01/93
2.10 Community Outreach for Recruitment of Law Enforcement Personnel
11/01/93
2.11 Comprehensive Recruitment Plan for Law Enforcement Personnel
11/01/93
2.12 Affirmative Action & EEO Plan for the Recruitment of Law Enforcement Personnel
12/11/15
2.15 Professional and Legal Requirements for the Selection of Entry-Level Law Enforcement Personnel
10/2/22
2.22 The Promotional Selection/Examination Process for Corporal, Sergeant, and Lieutenant Job Classifications
01/8/19
2.25 Informal Compensatory Time for Exempt Personnel
07/25/22
2.26 Employee Recognition and Appreciation
04/15/19
2.27 Advanced Step Placement for Entry-Level Law Enforcement Personnel Upon Appointment
04/18/02
2.28 Wage Structure for Seasonal, Temporary, Emergency, and Part-Time Permanent Positions
09/11/22
2.29 Professional Standards/Requirements for the Selection of Police Communications Personnel
11/30/17
2.30 Salary Management Practices/Pay Adjustments
02/19/13
2.32 Recruitment & Selection Process for Seasonal/Temporary Personnel
07/29/13
2.33 Employment References
11/01/93
2.35 Drug-Free Workplace
10/10/03
2.36 Consumption of Alcohol by City Employees
06/08/01
2.37 Use of Prescription and “Over-the-Counter” Medication By City Employees
06/09/08
2.38 Employee Drug & Alcohol Testing Program
06/04/13
2.39 Employee Assistance Program
06/24/22
2.40 Pre-Employment Drug Testing Program
03/27/07
2.41 Student Intern Program
01/01/23
2.42 Residency requirement for Public Safety Personnel
04/18/02
2.43 Work Schedule Management for Non-Exempt Non-Union Employees
2/8/18
2.45 Classification Plan
07/12/95
2.49 Disrespectful or Malicious Conduct/Behavior in the Workplace
05/29/02
2.50 Pre-employment Driving Record Checks
08/01/13
2.51 Post-employment Driving Record Checks
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
08/01/13
2.54 Advanced Step Placement for Entry Level Law Enforcement Personnel (Communications Technicians) upon Appointment
04/18/02
2.55 Leave Donation Program
08/09/22
2.56 Delayed Start Times/Cancellations During Major Snow/Ice Events
2/15/19
2.57 Human Resource Director’s Role and Authority in Determining Equitable Starting Rates of Pay
12/29/99
2.58 Policy Regarding Travel Time Compensation for Non-Exempt Personnel
12/20/16
2.60 Family and Medical Leave
07/01/09
2.62 Standard New Hire Recruitment/Selection Process/Procedures for Full-Time and Part-Time Non-Union Permanent Positions
11/04/16
2.63 Intellectual Property
11/05/01
2.64 Job Evaluation System/Job Reclassification Process
12/20/11
2.66 Discrimination Policy
12/11/15
2.67 City Identification Cards
08/30/12
2.70 Health Savings Account Advance Contributions Request
06/24/22
2.71 Tuition Reimbursement Program Processing Procedures
02/10/22
2.72 Jury Duty & Guidelines for Court Appearances
01/10/22
2.73 Transgender Use of Restroom, Locker Room, Shower Policy
07/28/22
2.74 Lactation Policy
07/14/22
2.75 “On-Duty” Pay for Non-Union Personnel
01/1/19
2.76 Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
7/28/21
2.77 Establishment of the City Employee DEI Committee (CEDEIC)
5/01/21

3. Insurance & Risk Management

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

4. Purchasing, Contracting, Competitive Bidding

Date
4.1 Prevailing Wage Requirements 4.1
08/22/22
4.2 Standard Professional Services Contract
11/01/93
4.3 Purchasing Preference for Soil Amendments Derived from Recycled Yard Waste
11/01/93
4.4 Purchasing Preference for Products Derived from Recycled Material
08/21/95
4.6 Purchasing Guidelines for Obtaining Quotes for Goods and Services
05/01/06

5. Accounting / Finance / Fee Schedules

Date
5.1 Mileage Reimbursement/Liability for Using Personal Vehicle while Conducting City Business
06/01/98
5.2 Regulations Governing Travel Expenses
01/01/23
5.4 Employer Provided Vehicles
08/23/22
5.5 Policy and Procedures Regarding Fixed Assets
12/21/14
5.12 Policy & Fee Schedule Governing the Rental of City Equipment for Special Events and Fees for Related City Services
06/22/22
5.13 Recording and Approving Employee Time
08/22/22
5.14 Payment Card Handling: PCI Compliance Policy
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
04/14/97

7. Operations / Public Services

Date
7.1 Policy Governing the Service and Care of City-Owned Vehicles
09/10/13
7.3 Inspection of Occupied Residential Dwelling by City Inspection Personnel
06/24/22
7.4 Policy Governing Work Orders for the Placement of Traffic Control Devices
06/24/22
7.5 Code Enforcement Officers
06/24/22

8. Planning / Development

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

9. Information Technology & Cyber Security

Date
9.1 Information Security (Under Development)
9.2 Technology Use
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 Overview

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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

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

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.

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