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United for a Stronger Downtown Denver

Ensuring downtown remains safe, inviting and thriving.

Key Programs and Initiatives 

  • A dedicated downtown police unit with Increased police patrols, officers on foot, bike, motorcycle unit and mounted patrol. 
  • 24/7 RTD police presences in lower downtown/Union Station & transit 
  • The Support Team Assisted Response (STAR) program deploys paramedics and mental health clinicians for non-violent emergencies.  
  • A shared radio network connects downtown security officers, hotels, and building security teams with police for faster response times.  
  • Enhanced city services, including more infrastructure and cleanliness resources from the Department of Transportation & Infrastructure. 
  • More than 2,200 individuals have been placed in housing ​ 
  • Improved public health support – Denver Health bicycle paramedics and Denver Fire Dept. medical unit

The "Clean and Safe Downtown Initiative", a collaboration with the Downtown Denver Partnership, includes:  

  • Keeping downtown camping-free 
  • A rapid response "Clean and Safe" reporting app  
  • Denver Ambassadors in yellow vests  
  • A 24/7 security team patrolling high traffic areas  
  • Expanded surveillance with HALO cameras
  • Visit Denver partners with the Colorado Convention Center, Downtown Denver Partnership and the Denver Police Department to ensure appropriate security coverage is provided during conventions in the convention corridor.

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