Dublin Turned 40 Years Old Tuesday

DUBLIN, CA — Dublin sure looks good for 40.

The city observed the 40th anniversary of its incorporation Tuesday, and will celebrate the milestone with different events throughout the year.

Until Feb. 1, 1982, the city was an unincorporated area of Alameda County. Its recreation, fire, and sewer services were provided by the Valley Community Services District, now known as the Dublin San Ramon Services District.

By the late 1960s, many residents had become unhappy with the arrangement, which gave the area no control over land use and limited decisions over how taxes were levied and spent.

After two previous efforts, the community voted in 1981 to incorporate. On Feb. 1, 1982, the first City Council, made up of Mayor Peter Snyder and Councilmembers Dave Burton, Pete Hegarty, Linda Jeffrey, and Paul Moffatt, approved Ordinance No. 1, which officially incorporated the city.

The city is currently judging proposals for public art that will be displayed in high-profile public spaces.