Link Ahead with the City of Dublin, Ohio

Step onto The Dublin Link and cross into a first-of-its kind neighborhood. Riverview Village — where historic homes, river views and a thriving startup scene come together in the heart of Historic Dublin. Lindsay and Bruce welcome COhatch CEO Matt Davis and Dublin Economic Development Director Jeremiah Gracia to unpack how a public-private partnership is transforming our western riverbank.

Walk the plan with us: restored houses reimagined as off-site retreats during the week, a gleaming new headquarters for COhatch, plus art strolls, kayaking and great food on the weekends. It’s all supported by $11 million in City infrastructure—streets, sidewalks, lighting, utilities and stormwater—that powers year-round activation and makes the district genuinely walkable. We explore why this model favors a thousand small companies over a single anchor tenant, and how that diversity strengthens local businesses, fills vacancies and keeps dollars circulating here at home.

Beyond buildings, Matt talks about bringing a magnetic culture to Riverview. Think entrepreneurial fairs, kid-led markets and local showcases designed to spark real connections. He shares how “engineering collisions” through intentional design — like one central coffee spot at COhatch — turn everyday hellos into mentors, customers and collaborators. 

From city-building and adaptive reuse to co-working done right and how public-private partnerships reduce time, risk and money for everyone, this conversation is packed with insights. Subscribe, share with a neighbor, and leave a review to tell us what part of Riverview Village you can’t wait to visit.

A city built with care can feel both rooted and forward-looking. That’s Dublin.
A city familiar to those who grew up here and exciting to those just arriving. That’s Dublin.
A city defined by civic pride, volunteerism and a shared commitment to community. That’s Dublin.
You’ll hear how those qualities shape our future in this episode featuring Dublin’s annual State of the City Address.
The first voice you’ll hear is Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes, whose pride in Dublin reflects both her role as mayor and her family’s long ties to the community. From there, City Manager Megan O’Callaghan walks through the State of the City, highlighting the ideas, investments and partnerships helping Dublin plan, connect and prosper.
Infrastructure plays a major role in that story. Projects like the U.S. 33 and S.R. 161 interchange help keep our region moving, while the city’s 30th roundabout continues Dublin’s leadership in improving traffic safety.
Innovation and economic growth are also front and center. The West Innovation District is emerging as a hub for research, higher education and high-quality jobs. At the same time, the Metro Center Revitalization Plan is reimagining legacy office space as a vibrant mixed-use district designed for today’s workforce.
Community health and well-being remain a priority as well. The Dublin Wellness Alliance gathers insight from residents about mental health and belonging, while expanded hospital capacity from Mount Carmel and OhioHealth reinforces Dublin’s growing role as a regional health care hub.
And of course, there’s the fun that brings the community together. Signature events like the Dublin Irish Festival, the Dublin Independence Day Celebration and the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday help create an events calendar that draws visitors from near and far.
If this vision resonates with you, subscribe, share with a neighbor, and leave a quick review too.   We think you'll agree - the State of Our City is strong!

Imagine a sports campus that feels like Dublin: green, welcoming and built for everyday joy as much as headline events. We sit down with SportsOhio General Manager Joe Bauserman and Sports Facilities Companies’ VP Scott Rodgers to share how this complex is turning into a premier destination where families play, adult leagues thrive and major tournaments fuel local restaurants and hotels. The plan starts with steady improvements—reopening soccer and field sports, polishing the driving range and par-3 course and sharpening the customer experience. Lindsay and Bruce then turn the conversation to scale and what the future looks like.

Joe and Scott explain why a public, city-led model changes the playbook: more focus on service, access and programming breadth. They lay out practical ways to get involved now, from joining leagues to following updates, and hint at a wider slate of sports and events—lacrosse, long-drive contests, tournaments and concerts—that keep the campus lively year-round. Drawing lessons from cities like Naples, Florida and Elizabethtown, Kentucky, they show how a venue can be both a weekend festival of play and a resilient community resource that blends wellness, connection, and economic vitality.

Woven through the story are personal moments: Joe’s path from MLB draft pick to OSU walk-on quarterback to GM. Scott’s decades-long soccer career at club and college levels, and their shared belief that competition brings us together, but joy keeps us coming back.
If you care about youth sports, adult rec nights and the kind of “third place” that turns neighbors into friends, you’ll hear a clear vision: an athletic and recreation campus that belongs to Dublin and sets a new standard for how cities play, gather and grow. Subscribe, share with a friend, and tell us what sport or feature you want to see next.

Big nights don’t have to mean big risks. Lindsay and Bruce sit down with Scott Neff, Chair of Safe Ride of Central Ohio and partner at Fado Irish Pub, to trace how a small trauma grant in 2007 sparked a movement. A movement that reshaped how Dublin and Central Ohio residents get home safely and keep streets safer for everyone in the process.
Scott walks us through the funding leap from one‑time hospital dollars to pub‑led sponsorships, and how a simple $10 discount drove action. We dig into behavior change on the ground—bartenders helping guests apply codes, younger riders planning ahead, and the subtle redesign of a night out that quietly saves lives. 

We also talk scale: the role of Dublin City Council, rising redemptions as proof of impact, and the open invitation for more restaurants and neighboring cities to adopt this model. If your community can bring a budget, committed partners, and the will to make safety convenient, the template is ready!  

Subscribe, share this episode with your crew, and leave a quick review to help more people find it. Then do the simplest thing that protects you and everyone on the road: claim the code, plan the ride, and get home safe and sound.

Big goals only matter if they bring people together to connect, grow and prosper. That’s our north star as Lindsay and Bruce sit down with Mayor Chris Amorose Groomes and Vice Mayor Cathy De Rosa to chart Dublin’s next moves: keep the community connected and competitive through investments in the places and systems that support daily life.

We share how new council members add fresh perspectives to four clear priorities that drive the year ahead. Think about bold recreation with the acquisition of the 240-plus-acre Sports Ohio campus. Think of a five-year, $375 million capital plan that upgrades roads, utilities, and technology while revitalizing Metro Center.  We dig into why staying relevant isn’t about the next shiny thing; it's about disciplined investment that attracts jobs and supports the services residents value.

You’ll also hear updates on projects that change how we connect. Citywide fiber is nearing completion, unlocking faster work and learning at home. Regional light rail efforts move into phase two with an eye on a Dublin stop, while the future Signature Trail aims to link the city east to west with safer, wider active transport. And talk about a packed 2026 event calendar: America's 250th celebration, the 50th anniversary of the Memorial Tournament, new Jack Nicklaus–inspired public artwork and Christkindlmarkt coming to Riverside Crossing Park. It all comes together for a year designed to spark pride, joy and a stronger sense of belonging.

We close out this episode with a simple measure of success: a Dublin where people want to live, businesses want to invest, and neighbors want to connect. If that vision resonates with you, subscribe, share this episode with a friend and leave a review.  Your feedback shapes what we build next in Dublin and talk about here on Link Ahead!