Visionary cities combine development and sustainability, taking citizens’ welfare into consideration for good urban planning and government administration. Using innovative technologies, municipal officials focus on developing robust infrastructure to provide effective public services and engage in community development. One such example is Megan O’Callaghan who has been serving as Dublin City Manager, Ohio, by being receptive to various ideas and collaborating to make decisions. Under her leadership, Dublin has become a model of sustainability and technological progress.
Megan O’Callaghan has always been committed to serving the public because her father was a public-school administrator. Her passion for solving problems and her experience in engineering and law serve as the foundation for her leadership as Dublin’s City Manager. While ensuring that services are provided efficiently and sustainably, she embraces innovation. As a Director of Public Services, Megan O’Callaghan focused on the construction of Dublin Link pedestrian bridge, the world’s longest single-tower, S-shaped suspension pedestrian bridge.
Megan finds great satisfaction with public service, witnessing which create a lasting impact contribute positively to citizens and tourists. She firmly believes in education, engagement, and communication with residents, having to learn about how the government is organized and also focuses on citizen’s opinion to make informed choices. In an effort to position Dublin in the global economy, her vision involves reimagining the Envision Dublin Community Plan, which includes opening new businesses such as Riverview Village and acquiring strategically located real estate for transportation, recreation, and economic development.
Recognized by The Silicon Leaders as one of The 10 Influential Leaders Shaping the Future of Smart Cities in 2025, Megan O’Callaghan’s leadership determines the qualities of a visionary city manager, prioritizing sustainability, innovation, and community engagement in shaping Dublin‘s future.
