come together downtown
Welcome to Downtown Portland!
A hotbed of innovation and a center of culture and creativity. Thereβs a good reason why visitors and locals alike come together downtown. The accessible public transportation system, bike lanes, pedestrian-friendly walkways and green park space make it easy for everyone to explore this community. And a coalition of passionate people and organizations work seven days a week to keep downtown a place weβre all proud of.
Business owners, downtown ambassadors, safety and cleaning crews: We all love downtown Portland, and weβre pretty sure you will, too. But why take our word for it? Head this way to see why downtown Portland is the heart of this city.
Downtown for the Holidays
Your guide to all the fun and festive things happening during the holidays across downtown Portland!
District expansion approved
Downtown Portland Clean & Safe’s expansion proposal, which also included a rate structure overhaul and early renewal date was approved by Portland City Council.
Election & emergency preparedness
With the upcoming election and looming winter weather season, now is the time to create or update your businessβs emergency plan. Here resources from the City of Portland and Multnomah County to help you get prepared, monitor emergencies and recover in case of an incident.
Emergency Contact Information Project
By completing this form, Clean & Safe staff will be able to provide emergency notifications if your location is found damaged or unsecured. While we cannot provide physical security for your location, our goal is to ensure timely notifications so you may take appropriate action.
Host your event at Director Park
This beautiful European-style plaza in the heart of downtown Portland is already buzzing with special events and everyday traffic, but this community space is available for your next event.
Downtown Vibrancy Tracker
Since the onset of the pandemic, we has been tracking the impact on our local economy. The question of how good or bad the recovery of our central city is relative to others has been a hot topic of discussion. In the midst of a changing environment, this recovery tracker can help benchmark metrics like foot traffic, vacancy rates, and hotel performance.
Because we care
At the Downtown Portland Clean & Safe District, we believe in the power of collaboration. By joining forces with local businesses, residents, and community groups, we deliver enhanced services that contribute to the thriving spirit of our city. Our collective efforts focus on maintaining the vitality of this 213-block area in the city center, ensuring it remains a dynamic and vibrant meeting place for shopping, dining, exploration, and an excellent place to call home. Together, we create an inviting and lively atmosphere that enriches the lives of everyone in our community.
