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United for a Stronger Downtown Denver

Ensuring downtown remains safe, inviting and thriving.

Committed to a Safer, More Vibrant Downtown

Downtown is the heart of Denver, and the city has invested heavily in crime reduction, housing solutions for those experiencing homelessness, and revitalizing the restaurant and hospitality scene.

With major construction projects concluding, downtown is now more walkable, energetic, and accessible. Major investments in crime reduction efforts, and a renewed focus on cleanliness and safety, have ensured Denver’s downtown is stronger and more vibrant than ever.

The City & County of Denver, Visit Denver, the Downtown Denver Partnership, and the business community are united in their commitment to ensuring downtown remains safe, inviting, and thriving.

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We look forward to welcoming you to the Mile High City! To help you get the most out of your visit…

Key Programs and Initiatives 

  • A dedicated downtown police unit, including increased patrols by officers on foot, bike, motorcycle, and mounted patrol.
    • In March 2026, funding was approved to maintain the dedicated downtown police unit through 2027 as part of the city’s Downtown Safety Action Plan, with focused coverage around Union Station, the Colorado Convention Center, and 16th Street.
    • Publicly reported results from the downtown safety effort show meaningful progress, including a 55% drop in motor vehicle theft downtown over the past year.
  • 24/7 RTD police presence in lower downtown, Union Station, and transit areas.
  • 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 additional infrastructure and cleanliness resources from the Department of Transportation & Infrastructure.
  • Coordinated housing and homelessness response efforts have helped place more than 2,200 individuals in housing.
  • Improved public health support, including Denver Health bicycle paramedics and a Denver Fire Department 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 funds a pair of off-duty police officers outside the Colorado Convention Center for city wide conventions
  • Visit Denver funds a dedicated security officer in the convention corridor

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