Dublin officials celebrate city's well-being at annual State of the City event
Hundreds of people gathered in Dublin at the Exchange at Bridge Park to hear from city officials about the state of the city.
Dublin City Manager Megan O'Callaghan said that the state of the city is strong, emphasizing the city’s financial well-being, connection among residents and recognition from outside organizations as one of the top suburbs in central Ohio.
“Our success is built on the strength of our relationships with residents, regional leaders and entrepreneurs. Together, we are not just keeping pace with change, we are shaping it,” O'Callaghan said.
Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes said some of the city’s ongoing projects include connecting all residents to a fiber internet network, revitalizing Metro Center, “reimagining” community events programming, creating a top-notch athletic complex, and promoting economic development on the city’s western edge.
City council has approved over $325 million in capital improvements over the next five years, O’Callaghan said, including the first phase of updating the Dublin Community Recreation Center to refresh the senior and teen lounge spaces. The capital improvement budget also funds regular maintenance.
The city continues to do well financially: Income tax collections grew by 4% in 2024, Jaime Hoffman, the city’s finance director, shared in a prerecorded video.