City Council Approves Economic Development Agreement for Cenovus Energy to Build U.S. Headquarters in Dublin

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with Husky Marketing and Supply Company, (HMSC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Cenovus Energy Inc., based in Calgary, Alberta. This project will establish Cenovus’ U.S. headquarters in Dublin. In January 2021, Dublin-based HMSC became part of the Cenovus group of companies. Husky oversees the […]

Dublin Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes Named to FCC Intergovernmental Advisory Committee

(Dublin, Ohio) — Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced Dublin Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes will serve on the newly reauthorized Intergovernmental Advisory Committee (IAC). This advisory panel, composed of officials of municipal, county, state and Tribal governments, provides guidance, expertise and recommendations to the FCC on telecommunications issues, including those related to increasing deployment […]

Dublin, Ohio Division of Public Works Achieves Reaccreditation with American Public Works Association

(Dublin, Ohio) — At the March 25, 2024, City Council meeting, the Regional Director of the American Public Works Association (APWA), Larry Hummel, recognized the City of Dublin for receiving its sixth reaccreditation. This accreditation validates that the City fully complies with the recommended management practices outlined in APWA’s “Public Works Management Practices Manual.” In […]

Dublin Joins Statewide Policing Standards Pilot Program

The Dublin Police Department, alongside nine other agencies, will pilot Ohio’s first statewide police accreditation program focused on setting best practices for law enforcement. March 21, Dublin Police Chief Justin Páez joined other pilot leaders during a news conference with Governor Mike DeWine at the Department of Public Safety. The Office of Criminal Justice Services announced […]

City of Dublin Designated “SolSmart Bronze” for Solar Energy Leadership

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin received a bronze designation from the national SolSmart program for encouraging the growth of clean, affordable solar energy at the local level, and reducing local barriers to solar energy growth. SolSmart designation recognizes cities, towns, counties and regional organizations as national solar energy leaders. Advocating renewable energy is […]

Dublin to Host State of the City Event, Provide Updates on Innovative Initiatives with Regional Impact

The City of Dublin will host the State of the City presented by its exceptional community on Thursday, March 14, at The Exchange at Bridge Park. City Manager Megan O’Callaghan will be joined on stage by Dublin residents, community partners and public servants to report on the City’s accomplishments, financial outlook and updates on the […]

Dublin, Ohio Recognized for Excellence in Placemaking and Intergovernmental Cooperation

(Dublin, Ohio) – At the Ohio City & County Management Association (OCMA) Annual Conference, the City of Dublin received two prestigious awards highlighting its commitment to innovation and collaboration. Placemaking Award for Riverside Crossing Park The City was honored with the Placemaking Award for its remarkable work on Riverside Crossing Park. Nestled in the heart […]

City of Dublin Earns 2023 Healthy Worksite Award from Healthy Business Council of Ohio

(Dublin, OH) The City of Dublin has earned a gold-level Healthy Worksite Award from the Healthy Business Council of Ohio (HBCO). The Healthy Worksite Award recognizes Ohio employers who demonstrate a commitment to employee wellness through comprehensive worksite health promotion and wellness programs. Applicants are scored on the extent their wellness programs facilitate and encourage […]

Former Dublin Mayor Michael Close Inducted into Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame

A Vietnam veteran, Michael Close’s dedication to community and country has never wavered. As an attorney, Mike provided management guidance to non-profit entities that touched on food deprivation, homelessness, chemical dependency, development disabilities, prisoner reentry and community development. His colleagues at the Ohio Bar Association championed him into roles with the Council of Delegates and […]

City of Dublin Honored with Multiple Awards by the International Festival and Events Association

(Dublin, Ohio) – The City of Dublin was honored at the 66th Annual International Festival and Events Association (IFEA) Convention, Expo and Retreat in McAllen, Texas. The IFEA/Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards Competition winners were announced during the convention. Seventy different categories included various creative, promotional, operational and community outreach programs. Each of the 70 […]

City Hosts Fourth Dublin Talent Connect Virtual Hiring Event to Support Dublin Businesses with Workforce Recruitment

(Dublin, Ohio) – The City of Dublin is partnering with Chatstrike, Inc., a Dublin-based business itself, for “Dublin Talent Connect,” a free virtual hiring event held Monday, Oct. 30, through Friday, Nov. 3, to attract potential employees to Dublin companies and support workforce recruitment. “Dublin Talent Connect is an opportunity for us to assist Dublin-based […]

Dublin Community Recreation Center Refresh

Update: Thank you to those who joined us or submitted feedback at the Oct 24 community engagement meeting. You can access the presentation slides from the meeting by clicking the button below and share any additional feedback you may have by clicking the link above that button. The Dublin Community Recreation Center has been a central […]

Ohio Auditor of State Recognizes City of Dublin for Excellence in Financial Reporting

(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 2022. Only 4% of audits annually […]

Prepare to Slow Down on Riverside Drive; Dublin is Lowering the Speed Limit

(Dublin, Ohio) — Drivers in Dublin should prepare to slow down on Riverside Drive near Riverside Crossing Park and the Bridge Park neighborhood. Dublin City Council voted to establish the Bridge Street/Riverside Drive Business District to create safer, more comfortable streets. As part of this effort, the speed limit will decrease from 40 to 25 miles […]

Connected Vehicle Study Expanding to Dublin

DriveOhio’s connected vehicle technology research study, Connected Marysville, is expanding to Dublin residents. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and DriveOhio are equipping residents in The Beta District with connected vehicle technology to study the potential safety benefits. Connected vehicles communicate wirelessly with other vehicles on the road and infrastructure along roadways, sharing important safety […]

City of Dublin Wins Ohio EPA Gold Level E3C Award

The City of Dublin is honored to have received the Ohio EPA Gold Level Encouraging Environmental Excellence in Communities (E3C) award. This award recognizes communities with exceptional achievements in environmental stewardship. The City of Dublin aspires to be the most sustainable global city of choice. After receiving a silver-level E3C award in 2021, achieving the […]

Dublin Earns 3 Awards for Government Communication Excellence

The City of Dublin’s Communications & Public Information team is honored to have received three City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) awards from the group’s national conference in Orlando, Florida. Out of more than 875 entries across 38 categories, Dublin earned a first-place Savvy award and two second-place Silver Circle awards at the 2023 Savvy […]

COhatch to Partner with City of Dublin to Create First-of-its-Kind Coworking and Entrepreneurship Village in Historic Dublin

Riverview Village, the new National Headquarters for COhatch, will provide unprecedented economic incentives for hundreds of its members In the heart of Historic Dublin, COhatch is creating a first-of-its-kind coworking, flexible work, and entrepreneurial village that will be the hub for its expanding national operations and its growing Columbus-based member network. Riverview Village will be […]

Forever Dublin: ‘Am I a Senior?’

Growing older. Reaching a certain age. Being a senior. These phrases might come with a hint of denial or indifference. So, what can serve as a solution to ensuring that older adults in a community receive the dedicated support they need and deserve without feeling isolated during the process? Read more about how Forever Dublin […]

City Council Approves Economic Development Agreement to Bring Leading Animal Nutrition Manufacturer to Dublin

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement (EDA) with Kalmbach Feeds, Inc., a leader in animal food nutrition and feed manufacturing. Established in 1963, Kalmbach Feeds is a family-owned and operated business with its main headquarters in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. Kalmbach Feeds utilizes cutting-edge technology and proprietary processes to deliver safe, […]

City Council Approves Economic Development Agreement to Support Expansion of Manufacturing Lab in Dublin

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with INEOS Composites, a manufacturer and seller of a broad range of general-purpose and high- performance grades of unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins, gelcoats and low-profile additives for the plastics industry. Comprising 36 individual businesses, INEOS operates 194 facilities in 29 countries throughout […]

City Council Approves Economic Development Agreement to Keep Fast-growing Healthcare IT Company in Dublin

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with Nymbl Systems, a healthcare software as a service (SaaS) company specializing in helping practitioners in the orthotics and prosthetics industries to schedule appointments, keep patient records, and bill out claims. Nymbl began onboarding clients in March 2018 and now has more than 200 […]

City of Dublin Receives $340,000 State Grant for Critical Water Infrastructure Upgrade

(Dublin, OH) The City of Dublin has received a $340,000 grant from the State of Ohio to fund a waterline replacement project. The grant comes from Ohio Governor Mike DeWine’s Ohio BUILDS (Broadband, Utilities, and Infrastructure for Local Development Success) program. Grant money will support the City’s Waterline Replacement – Phase VII project, which will […]

Dublin Community Recreation Center Introduces Respawn: Esports Lounge and Programming

Calling all gamers, the Dublin Community Recreation Center is excited to introduce its esports programming! As the first open-use esports center in Dublin, the new Respawn lounge will be a place for drop-in play, tournaments and STEAM learning. The mission of this initiative is to provide new collaborative programs and services for growth, beginning with STEAM […]

Remembering Jennifer Readler

The City of Dublin is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Law Director Jennifer Readler. Readler, 51, died July 22 after suffering complications from a fall. For 24 years, she was a dedicated employee representing the City in all facets of municipal law. During her tenure, Readler played a vital role in every major […]

For the Second Consecutive Year, City of Dublin Earns Rare ‘Triple Crown’ Award

(Dublin, OH) For the second year in a row, the City of Dublin earned the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) Triple Crown Award which recognizes governments that have received GFOA’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, Popular Annual Financial Reporting Award and the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award […]

City of Dublin Now Powered 100% by Renewable Energy

The City of Dublin has partnered with Dublin-based company IGS Energy on our latest sustainability initiative. All City buildings, streetlights and electric vehicle power stations now run on 100% renewable energy across all electrical counts. This partnership is an exciting step toward carbon neutrality and helps limit environmental pollution, which can improve overall health and […]

The Abbey Theater of Dublin Sheds Light on Student Writers at the Otterbein Playwrights Collective

The Abbey Theater of Dublin will produce two scripts written by Otterbein University students for the theater’s third annual Otterbein Playwrights Collective. Performances will be held in person on June 30-July 1 at 7 p.m. and July 2 at 2 p.m. This is the third annual summer collaboration between Otterbein and the Abbey Theater. This year’s collective […]

City of Dublin Recognized for Exceptional Financial Reporting

(Dublin, Ohio) — The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) honored the City of Dublin with its Award for Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting (PAFR Award) for the City’s Popular Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending Dec. 31, 2021. The PAFR Award honors state and local governments that extract information from their annual comprehensive […]

City Council Approves Economic Development Agreement to Bring Expanding Healthcare Manufacturer to Dublin

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council has approved an economic development agreement with React Health, a manufacturer and distributor of respiratory management, sleep therapy and equipment disinfection products. Founded in 2010, React Health has steadily grown its portfolio through strategic acquisitions and product development, resulting in its ascension to the top of the respiratory industry. The […]

2023 Beautify Your Neighborhood Grants Announced

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council approved the two applications submitted for Spring 2023 Beautify Your Neighborhood Grants. The grant applications were first reviewed by the City’s Community Development Committee, which recommended approval. The Beautify Your Neighborhood Matching Grant Program was established in 2011 to provide funding assistance on an annual basis to support Dublin Homeowners […]

Dublin Earns 8 Central Ohio PRSA Awards

(Dublin, Ohio) — The City of Dublin’s Communication & Public Information division and Visit Dublin Ohio collectively won eight PRism Awards from the Central Ohio Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) at its awards ceremony May 18. Top corporations, agencies, nonprofit associations, colleges and other organizations across Central Ohio compete annually for the PRism Awards, […]

New Members of the City of Dublin’s Boards, Commissions and Committees Are Sworn Into Service

As part of a proud local democracy, the City of Dublin’s City Council appoints community volunteers to serve as members of the City’s various boards, commissions, committees and task forces. These volunteer groups are a large portion of the support system for the City government. All of the City’s boards, commissions and committees play a […]

Dublin Council Member John Reiner Appointed President of the State of Ohio Landscape Architects Board

(Dublin, OH) Dublin City Council Member John Reiner was appointed president of the Ohio Landscape Architects Board. Reiner serves as Ward 3 Representative on the Dublin City Council. The Ohio Landscape Architects Board was created in 1965 to protect the citizens of Ohio through the licensing of landscape architects. The Board ensures that each landscape architect […]