come together downtown

Aerial photo of Downtown Portland looking north

Welcome to Downtown Portland!

A hotbed of innovation and a center of culture and creativity. There’s 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 we’re all proud of.

Business owners, downtown ambassadors, safety and cleaning crews: We all love downtown Portland, and we’re 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.

Petition submitted for district expansion

Downtown Portland Clean & Safe has petitioned the City of Portland for expansion, a rate structure overhaul and early renewal.

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Summer downtown foot traffic report

Portland’s summer event and activation schedule has been especially strong this year and contributed to a strong increase in weekend foot traffic from June through Labor Day.

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Coraline's Curious Cat Trail

Embark on a magical journey through the heart of Downtown Portland with Coraline’s Curious Cat Trail now through October 13.

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National Night Out

Downtown Portland Clean & Safe hosted National Night Out at Director Park on August 6.

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Honoring those dedicated to downtown

On July 23, we honored outstanding team members and community champions in a heartwarming ceremony with downtown and city leaders.

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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.

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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.