The City of Dublin, California
Community Economic Profile for
Dublin, Alameda County, California
Prepared by the City of Dublin and Dublin Chamber of Commerce
(Based on the format established by the California Chamber of Commerce)
May 2008
1. LOCATION
Dublin, incorporated in February 1982, is located approximately 350 miles north of Los Angeles and 35 miles east of San Francisco. Dublin is 14.01 square miles in area. The City of Dublin is generally bounded by the City of San Ramon to the north, Castro Valley to the west, the City of Pleasanton to the south, and the City of Livermore to the east.
2. ECONOMIC GROWTH AND TRENDS
|
1990 |
1995 |
2000 |
2008 |
County Population |
1,284,800 |
1,347,723 |
1,443,741 |
1,543,000 |
City Population |
23,500 |
26,267 |
29,973 |
46,943 |
Assessed Valuation - City |
$1,290,430,461 |
$1,533,259,231 |
$3,035,467,768 |
$6,387,385,781 |
Sales Taxes - City |
$5,662,949 |
$6,470,287 |
$11,300,000 |
$14,648,513 |
School Enrollment |
3,150 |
3,580 |
3,700 |
5,500(est.) |
3. CLIMATE
The average annual temperature in Dublin is:
Low: 50 / High: 68
Average Rainfall: 13.50 inches
Elevation: 125-367 Feet above sea level
Location: 37:42:08N 121:56:05W
4. TRANSPORTATION
Rail: |
Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) |
Truck: |
Numerous Interstate and radial contract carriers serve Dublin |
Overnight Delivery: |
All Major Cities in California and Nevada |
Airports: |
San Jose: 40 minutes, Oakland: 35 minutes, San Francisco: 50 minutes |
Bus: |
Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) |
Water: |
San Francisco Bay and Port of Oakland are both within 40 miles |
Highways: |
Freeways serving the area include Interstate Highways 580 and 680 |
5. INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL SITES+
There are approximately 1,000 acres in the city limits designated for various industrial and commercial uses: About 230 acres are vacant and available in parcels ranging in size from ½ acre to 40+ acres in eastern Dublin. Site data can be compiled by the City of Dublin's Community Development Department.
6. WATER SUPPLY
Name of Supplier: Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD). Main water supplier to DSRSD is Zone 7 Water District. DSRSD serves over 12,000 water accounts and is responsible for 200 miles of water lines. DSRSD maintains 3 storage tanks, 7 pump stations, and nearly 2,000 fire hydrants.
Questions about DSRSD should be directed to: 7051 Dublin Blvd., Dublin, CA 94568 (925) 828-0515 or www.dsrsd.com.
7. SEWER SERVICE
Name of Supplier: Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD), 7051 Dublin Boulevard, Dublin, CA (925) 828-0515 or www.dsrsd.com..
Contractual capacity at sewer plant: 17.0 million gal/day. Average Discharge: 10.6 million gal/day. Total wastewater accounts: 9,200. Total length of sewer lines: 171.5 miles
8. STORM DRAINS AND FLOOD CONTROL
Name of Supplier: Zone 7 Water Agency, 5997 Parkside Drive, Pleasanton, CA (925) 484-2600 or www.zone7water.com.
Length of storm mains: 39 miles.
Disposal Services: Amador Valley Industries, 11875 Dublin Boulevard, Suite D167, Dublin, CA 94568 (925) 479-9545 Website: www.amadorvalleyindustries.com. Recycling Information: (925) 833-6650.
Waste Management and Recycling: Alameda County Waste Management Authority (510) 614-1699 or www.stopwaste.org
9. STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Dedication and improvement requirements: Owner or developer dedicates land and installs street improvements, including curb, gutter, sidewalk, matching pavement, street lighting, sewers and storm drainage, street trees and water system extensions. Total length of streets: 80+ miles. Questions about streets should be directed to City of Dublin, Public Works at (925) 833-6630.
10. NATURAL GAS AND ELECTRIC POWER
Name of Supplier: Pacific Gas and Electric Company
For rates applicable to Dublin, please contact the PG&E Division Office at (510) 784-2108 or at www.pge.com
11. TELEPHONE
Name of Supplier: SBC
For rates and types of services applicable to Dublin, contact the Business Office at (800) 773-2355 or ar www.sbc.com
12. GOVERNMENT FACILITIES - TAX AND INSURANCE RATES
The City of Dublin is a General Law City that operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The Dublin City Council consists of five members (One Mayor and Four Council Members) who are elected at large by the voters of Dublin.
All property - residential, commercial, and industrial - is appraised at full market value as it existed on March 1, 1975, with increases limited to a maximum of 2% annually. Property created or sold since March 1, 1975 will bear full cash value as of the time created or sold, plus the 2% annual increase. The basic tax rate is $1.00 per $100 appraised (real cash) value plus any taxes levied to cover bonded indebtedness for county, city, school, or other taxing agencies. Appraised valuations and tax rates are published annually after July 1.
A. Assessed Valuation: $6,387,385,781
B. Retail sales tax: 8.75% (1% of 8.75% to City of Dublin)
C. Police Department: The City of Dublin contracts with the Alameda County Sheriff's Department for police services. The County Sheriff, under consultation with the City, designates a commanding officer who functions and is empowered to act as the City's Police Chief. Patrol, criminal investigation, crime prevention, and business office functions are handled at the Dublin Civic Center location. Dublin Police Services is staffed with 51 sworn officers (61 total staff) for FY 2007/2008, and Dublin Police Services provides a five-minute response time to all emergency calls. The FY 2007/2008 budget for Dublin Police Services is $12,659,631.
D. Fire Department: City contracts with Alameda County Fire Department - 40.75 personnel are budgeted for FY 2007/08 and assigned to staff three (3) stations and the Fire Prevention Bureau. Mutual aid is available with neighboring cities. Budget expenditure for FY 2007/08 is $9,846,413.
E. Fire Insurance Classification: City Rating: 2. (Source of Rating: Insurance Services Office, San Francisco).
13. ALAMEDA COUNTY LABOR MARKET DATA
Estimated County population as of January 1, 2008: 1,543,000. Estimated total labor force in the County (April 2008): 755,000- Employed: 715,900 - Unemployed: 39,600(5.2%)
14. DUBLIN EMPLOYMENT
According to the State of California - Employment Development Department, the City of Dublin's labor force (as of April 2008) is estimated at:
Labor Force: |
15,600 |
There are over 1,600 businesses licensed in the City of Dublin.
The largest firms in the community are:
Name of Company |
|
Services |
Sybase Corporation |
1,000 |
Computer Software |
Pacific Bell - Advanced Solution |
600+ |
Internet Services |
MicroDental Laboratories |
550 |
Lab Processing |
Zeiss Humphrey Systems |
360 |
Medical Devices |
Franklin Resources |
200 |
Financial Services |
Pacific Bell NI |
170 |
Network Integration |
Ford of Dublin - AutoNation |
155 |
Auto Sales |
Expo Design Center |
150 |
Home Furnishings |
Target |
150 |
General Merchandise |
Mervyns |
150 |
General Merchandise |
Regal Cinemas |
150 |
Theater |
Dublin Auto Center |
142 |
Auto Sales |
Crown Chevrolet |
110 |
Auto Sales |
Safeway Stores |
100+ |
Grocery Stores |
SuperGen |
100+ |
Bio-Medical Research |
Avaya |
100+ |
Computer Software |
Old Navy |
100 |
General Merchandise |
Oliver de Silva |
100 |
Contracting |
Government
Alameda County |
700+ |
Dublin Unified School District |
350+ |
United States Government |
300+ |
City of Dublin |
214 |
Dublin San Ramon Services District |
116 |
15. COMMUNITY STATISTICS
HEALTH: Dublin has several medical clinics and offices; 20 Dental clinics and office; 2 Optometrist offices; 16 Chiropractic offices; and 3 Physical Therapy clinics. Nearby Hospitals: ValleyCare Health System; Kaiser Permanente Medical Offices; San Ramon Regional Medical Center; and Valley Memorial.
EDUCATION: Dublin Unified School District (DUSD), 7471 Larkdale Avenue, Dublin, CA 94568 (925) 828-8010. DUSD operates 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 continuation school, and 1 high school. There are approximately 4,900 students in Dublin schools (as of 2006), and DUSD has received five (5) California Distinguished School awards.
Private / Parochial schools: 1 preschool, 3 elementary, and 1 junior high/high school.
Nearby Colleges / Universities: University of California, Berkeley; Stanford University (Palo Alto); San Jose State University; Cal State Hayward; Saint Mary's University; and Las Positas Community College.
RECREATIONAL/CULTURAL: The City of Dublin has 14 parks, 6 school parks and open space areas, which account for 253 acres of parkland. Of this amount, 127.31 is dedicated as City parks. The Citys recreational and cultural facilities include 10 Parks, 1 Community Center, 1 Swim Center, 1 Sports Park, 1 Community Gym, 1 Heritage Center, 1 Library, and 1 Senior Center. There are also 17 places of worship in Dublin.. Other recreational facilities include: Ice Skating Rink, Bowling Alley, and a 21-screen Theater Complexes. There are 9 public and 4 private golf courses in the nearby communities.
16. HOUSING AVAILABILITY (PRICES AND RENTALS)
Housing Units (per State of CA): 14,294
Rentals for studio, one and two bedroom apartments and duplexes range from approximately $ 1,000 to $ 2,400 per month. Rentals for two and three bedroom houses range from $1,500 to $ 3,500 per month.The average sale price for a single-family home and a condominium in Dublin (during April 2008) was $672,447and 416,373 respectively. (Data is provided by Bay East Association of REALTORS www.bayeast.org).
17. PHONE NUMBERS
City Council |
(925) 833-6650 |
Finance/Administrative Services |
(925) 833-6640 |
City Manager/City Clerk |
(925) 833-6650 |
Fire Prevention Bureau |
(925) 833-6606 |
Community Development |
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Parks & Community Services |
(925) 833-6645 |
Planning Division |
(925) 833-6610 |
Police Services (non-emergency) |
(925) 833-6670 |
Building Division |
(925) 833-6620 |
Public Works |
(925) 833-6630 |
Public Works |
(925) 833-6630 |
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18. REMARKS
Information regarding City requirements, fees, etc. is available from the Community Development Department, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA 94568 - Telephone (925) 833-6610. Additional information on the City of Dublin can be received at http://www.ci.dublin.ca.us/
For further information about the community, please contact the Dublin Chamber of Commerce, 7080 Donlon Way, Suite 110, Dublin, CA 94568 - Telephone (925) 828-6200 or www.dublinchamberofcommerce.org
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