(Dublin, Ohio) –– The City of Dublin has received Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for their 2025 Budget Book. This is the 22nd time the City has received this honor. The award reflects the commitment of the City and its staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. The 2025 Budget Book […]

(Dublin, OH) Following 18 months of engagement and research, the City of Dublin released the Envision Dublin Community Plan that will serve as a roadmap to direct future growth and development over the next 20 years. Last updated in 2013, the Envision Dublin Community Plan focuses on community engagement, coordination with other strategic plans and […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin is excited to announce a legendary dual-headliner lineup for this year’s Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 4, at Dublin Coffman Stadium. This annual event brings the community together for a day full of parades, music, food, family fun and a spectacular fireworks display. Taking the stage as co-headliners this […]

The stage in Scioto Park will close for construction beginning April 15. Crews will replace the current decking and install infrastructure for a new shade over the stage. Weather permitting, work is expected to be completed in early May. The shade structure will be completely installed at a later date.

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with Whalen CPAs, a full-service CPA firm offering tax, accounting, audit and assurance, business valuation, and a variety of business consulting services. Whalen CPAs plans to relocate its headquarters to Dublin in Summer 2025 The City of Dublin has proposed an Economic Development Agreement […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin and altafiber are excited to announce that the majority of single-family home addresses will have access to altafiber’s cutting-edge multi-gig XGS-PON fiber network by the end of 2025, marking a significant milestone in the partnership. Once this phase of the project is complete, more than 15,000 single-family home […]

DUBLIN, OH — City of Dublin Director of Engineering Paul Hammersmith was recently named the 2024 Clyde “Butch” Seidle Public Works Servant Leader Award winner. At the March 17, 2025, Dublin City Council meeting, the American Public Works Association (APWA) Ohio Chapter announced Hammersmith as the award honoree. This award is presented annually to a […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin will host the 2025 State of the City to share updates with the Central Ohio community and demonstrate how Dublin is leading the way in sustainability, development, innovation and more. All are welcome to attend this event, which takes place Thursday, March 13, at The Exchange at Bridge […]

(Dublin, OH) For the 34th year in a row, the City of Dublin the City of Dublin earned the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ending Dec. 31, 2023. This certificate recognizes […]

Spring cleaning is underway! Starting Monday, March 10, crews will clear leaves and other debris from roadways. This effort will help create safer streets and prevent storm drains from clogging during wet weather. The trucks will work through Dublin neighborhoods from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. Please assist the crews by removing any […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — Some Dublin residents might see an interesting-looking visitor in their neighborhood beginning Wednesday, March 12. Resource International will be conducting pavement testing on various streets around the city. Weather permitting, this project will wrap up within two weeks. You might see a white pickup truck pulling a testing trailer. The truck has sensors mounted on the […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — Luck be the Irish, it’s time for the Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Parade! The festivities will be led by this year’s Grand Leprechaun, Barb Anderson, 11 a.m. Saturday, March 15. The parade route begins at Metro Center and continues through Historic Dublin. The parade will feature approximately 110 groups, including marching bands, […]

Dublin, Ohio — In the lead-up to America’s 250th anniversary, Dublin has partnered with the America 250-Ohio Commission to be an official stop on its new Ohio Creativity Trail. “Watch House and Circle Mound,” located in Coffman Park and created by Ohio resident Todd Slaughter, is part of the experiential driving trail of 109 sites […]

AEP will conduct tree trimming in Dublin neighborhoods from March through October 2025 to increase safety and reduce power outages. AEP Ohio will notify affected residents before work on or adjacent to their property. Work Status: Trees near power lines will be trimmed to reduce power outages. Learn more from AEP’s website. There will be […]

Owner of Dos Hermanos and Dublin Chamber of Commerce President Lisa Gutierrez shares what inspires her about Dublin and her commitment to giving back to the community that helped her business grow. Lisa and her husband co-founded the authentic Mexican eatery, Dos Hermanos. What started as a singular food truck has grown into multiple trucks […]

(Dublin, OH) The City of Dublin’s Economic Development Division has again been recognized as one of 85 economic development organizations accredited by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO). Dublin’s Economic Development Division is the only AEDO accredited organization in Ohio. The AEDO program is a comprehensive peer review process that measures economic […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin is pleased to announce the selection of Barb Anderson as the 2025 Grand Leprechaun. Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes, City Manager Megan O’Callaghan and former City of Dublin Grand Leprechauns selected Anderson in recognition of her generosity and continuous efforts in supporting numerous Dublin-based organizations. In this role, Barb […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — Three’s the magic number in Dublin as the City is proud to share that the Abbey Theater of Dublin recently won eight 2024 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards, including Best Direction of a Musical and Favorite Local Theatre for the third year. The theater’s production of ‘American Idiot’ was the winning ticket to the […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin received the 90+ cashVest Award for 2024, in recognition of exemplary leadership in public finance liquidity management, underscoring the City’s commitment to utilizing data-driven insights to maximize taxpayer dollars. The award is given through a collaboration between the National Association of Counties (NACo) and three+one®, a national financial-technology […]

Rise Brands is proposing to transform the Iconic Bogey Inn into an Entertainment Destination complete with 27-Hole Putting Course. The City of Dublin has issued a demolition permit and is awaiting a formal application, as the proposed project requires a rezoning process.   Below is the news release from Rise Brands. Columbus, Ohio—January 8, 2025—Rise Brands, […]

(Dublin, OH) – The City of Dublin is pleased to welcome Mike Barker as the new Deputy City Manager. Barker holds an MBA and Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Youngstown State University and brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the City. Since 2021, Barker has served as the Public Service Director […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin SnowGo Warriors prepare to deploy as winter weather kicks off the new year. The City continues to monitor the incoming weather expected for Sunday, Jan. 5, using its panoramic Vue Robotics camera stations. This technology provides information on air and surface temperature, wind speed, direction and humidity, allowing […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin is honored to once again be recognized as the Top Suburb in Central Ohio by Columbus Underground readers. This marks the fourth consecutive year Dublin has claimed the number one spot in the annual rankings, which highlight communities across Central Ohio. Columbus Underground attributed Dublin’s top ranking to its […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin extends a warm welcome to visit its very own winter wonderland in Downtown Dublin. Residents and guests can enjoy a spin around the ice rink located at the East Plaza, follow the new Augmented Reality (AR) Tour across the Dublin Link and enjoy the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — Solar Insure recently listed The City of Dublin as one of the nation’s most eco-friendly suburbs. The solar energy company conducted a nationwide survey, asking participants what suburbs they would move to for an eco-friendly lifestyle. Dublin was ranked first place for Central Ohio and No. 56 in the nation. Dublin’s title […]

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with Everhart Advisors, a financial advisory firm that focuses on corporate retirement planning, consulting and wealth management for individuals. Everhart Advisors has three office locations in Ohio and Florida, with Dublin serving as its headquarters. Everhart Advisors has outgrown its current 13,000-square-foot office in […]

(Dublin, Ohio) – The City of Dublin has earned the Auditor of State Award with Distinction from the Ohio Auditor of State’s office. The award is presented for excellence in financial reporting related to Comprehensive Annual Financial Reporting and compliance with applicable laws for the fiscal year ending in 2023. Only 4% of audits annually […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — Shimmer and sparkle with the City of Dublin at our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in Coffman Park on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Families are invited to celebrate the holiday season at this festive and free event. Santa and Mrs. Claus will join the excitement at 6:15 p.m. to […]

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved a five-year capital improvements program (CIP) for 2025-2029 for $325,587,830 and includes 143 projects over five years. Key projects within the 2025-2029 CIP include: Dublin Community Recreation Center Improvements – $15M Metro Center Revitalization – $3.8M AI Innovations – $1.3M Police Patrol Robot Technology – $450K “Our five-year CIP […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — As the final bows of 2024 are taken, the Abbey Theater of Dublin is putting a spotlight on its 2025 season! The Abbey is excited to announce its dynamic lineup of 13 productions, including Tony-winning musicals and multiple world and midwestern premieres. The theater is also honored to partner with Original Productions […]

The City of Dublin staff brought forward a resolution to Dublin City Council at the Nov. 4 meeting to approve a contract with artist Ivan Depeña for the Muirfield Drive Public Art Commission. The contract was authorized, and the project is planned to move forward at the Muirfield and Whittingham Drive location, with an anticipated completion in early 2026. Ivan […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — Lace up your running shoes — the City of Dublin was recently designated as a Runner Friendly Community by the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). Dublin is officially one of three Ohio cities (Dayton and Toledo) recognized by the RRCA for its running infrastructure and support from local businesses and government. […]

(Dublin, Ohio) —The luck of the Irish lives on after the 67th annual International Festival and Events Association (IFEA) Convention, Expo and Retreat in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The IFEA/Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards Competition winners were announced during the convention, and the City of Dublin was among the many honored for festival and event excellence. Awards were […]

(Dublin, Ohio) The City of Dublin is eager for winter after receiving two awards at the American Public Works Association’s (APWA) Public Works Expo (PWX) in Atlanta, Georgia. Dublin won the Technical Innovation award for the City’s road weather system and the Excellence in Education award, given to City Operations Administrator Gary Browning. In December, […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin’s Communications & Marketing team proudly received two prestigious City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) awards during the national conference held in Arlington, Texas. More than 25 states and Canada were represented amongst the 141 finalists. And out of more than 1,100 entries across 38 categories representing 300 jurisdictions, […]

(Dublin, Ohio) – The City of Dublin and altafiber invite the community to an engaging, interactive and innovative display of STEM activities as the City prepares to “turn on” the first section of the Fiber to Every Home project. Connect Dublin, a fiber splicing and STEM innovation day will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. […]

The Abbey Theater of Dublin was the shining star at this year’s Central Ohio Theatre RoundTable Annual Celebration as the event host and recipient of the Community Partner Award. The award recognizes businesses, companies or individuals who provide creative and innovative support to one or more arts organizations. The Abbey Theater was honored for its ongoing […]

(Dublin, Ohio) — The Dublin Community Pool North will be closed Tuesday, Aug. 20, for precautionary cryptosporidium (crypto) treatment. Franklin County Public Health contacted our staff about a potential exposure to crypto. Out of an abundance of caution, the City is following hyperchlorination treatment, which kills chlorine-resistant organisms like crypto. The North Pool is expected […]

Key takeaways:  Dublin’s Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) provided non-binding feedback during an informal review. Dublin City Schools issued a statement saying the district was pausing this evaluation and looking at other options. PZC evaluates land use and zoning classifications based on the Community Plan; Costs are not among the criteria PZC can consider. The […]