Working to make Downtown thrive
At Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, we believe in the power of collaboration. By partnering with local businesses, residents, and community groups, we deliver enhanced services and programs that contribute to our city’s thriving spirit.
Downtown Portland is getting safer, cleaner, and more welcoming every day, thanks to the hard work of our Clean & Safe team. Here’s what we accomplished in January 2026 across our 273-block Enhanced Service District:
- 2.5 million pedestrian visits
- 4,884bags of trash removed
- 1,425 graffiti tags cleaned
- 2,684 bio-hazards safely removed
- 1,226 needles collected
We’re committed to transparency and measurable impact. Monthly data, including foot traffic, helps us track progress and better serve everyone who lives, works, and visits downtown.
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Exciting news! The team behind Luc Lac Vietnamese Kitchen has acquired the historic Mikado Building at 117 SW Taylor St., just one block from their popular restaurant on SW Second Ave.
Photo by Portland Business Journal
A few downtown favorites we`re excited to share this month. Come explore with us!
Portland Dining Month – More than 100 of Portland’s most celebrated restaurants are offering deals this month, including downtown’s Departure, Higgins, Bistro Alder, and more. Make your reservation, bring your appetite, and explore what makes Portland a culinary destination.
Kells Irish Festival – March 13-17, 2026. Enjoy a full weekend of Irish music, dance, and culture at Kells Brewery, Kells Irish Pub, and Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
Shamrock Run Fest 2026 – Portland’s longest running tradition. With a fast, scenic course through downtown, roaring crowd support, and an electric St. Patrick’s Day atmosphere, this race is where every runner can shine.
Portland`s Indoor Oasis – An adorable downtown plant shop offering modern plants and curated gifts. Come check them out at the base of the World Trade Center, just a block from Naito Parkway and the SW Waterfront.
Remember Coraline`s Curious Cat Trail? We`re proud to share that downtown Portland is getting another citywide art experience this August.
Wildwood: Follow the Crows will bring giant, artist-designed crow sculptures throughout Downtown, inspired by LAIKA`s upcoming film Wildwood, and once again benefiting OHSU Doernbecher Children`s Hospital.
Stay tuned for more details!
Brought to you by: @laikastudios, OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, @wildinart, the Portland Metro Chamber, Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, and supported by the Visit Downtown Campaign.
The BLOOM Tour is back, and we want YOU to be part of it. Downtown Portland Clean & Safe is now accepting applications from florists and artists to create installations for BLOOM Tour 2026, running May 21-June 8 across downtown Portland.
Last year, 47 installations came to life alongside wine walks, fashion shows, bike rides, and live events throughout the city. Year four is shaping up to be our most exciting yet, with new awards, audience voting, and live street plantings.
Selected artists receive a stipend, and all installations are featured on the official Bloom Tour map as part of a city-wide campaign. Applications close April 3.
If you love Portland and want to help make it bloom this spring, we encourage you to apply. Link in bio for all the details.
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Downtown Portland Clean & Safe is seeking qualified vendors for our Downtown Lighting Program— one of the most visible initiatives keeping Portland`s core vibrant and welcoming year-round. We manage lighting for 1,075+ street trees and hundreds of decorative elements across 273 blocks.
If you hold an LME License and are interested in this opportunity, we want to hear from you. Proposals due March 31, 2026.
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Your storefront could be the backdrop for one of Portland`s most beloved spring traditions. Downtown Portland Clean & Safe is now accepting applications from retailers and venues to host floral installations for BLOOM Tour 2026, running May 21-June 8.
Last year, 47 installations were paired with wine walks, fashion shows, bike rides, and live events throughout the city. Year four is shaping up to be our best bloom yet.
Selected venues are featured on the official Bloom Tour map and promoted as part of a city-wide campaign that generated 8.6 million earned media impressions in 2025. An artist or florist is paired with your space to create the installation, making it an easy and high-visibility way to be part of the event.
Applications close April 3. Spots are limited, and we receive more interest than we can accommodate each year, so we encourage you to apply early. Link in bio for details.
Catch the latest from Meikelo Cabbage, Downtown Advocacy Coordinator with Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, and stay in the know with Street Beat—our monthly newsletter bringing you the inside scoop on everything happening in downtown Portland’s Enhanced Services District, from new businesses and community events to safety updates and local spotlights.
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keeping downtown vibrant
We activate public spaces through placemaking initiatives, including managing Director Park with its 300+ annual events, operating a year-round lighting program across 1,400 trees, and producing signature community events that celebrate art, culture, and local businesses while creating welcoming gathering spaces downtown.
keeping downtown clean
We partner with Central City Concern’s Clean Start Program to provide cleaning services seven days a week, including sidewalk sweeping, graffiti removal, litter pickup, and pressure washing.
keeping downtown safe
We provide 24/7 security services across the 273-block district, resolving safety concerns and connecting visitors and residents with resources.
keeping downtown engaged
We support downtown businesses through marketing initiatives, community engagement programs, and collaborative campaigns that promote local retailers, activate storefronts, and connect visitors with the district’s vibrant offerings.
keeping downtown accountable
We conduct research and publish reports on the district’s economic vitality, including vibrancy metrics, business surveys, and pedestrian traffic data, to inform current and prospective businesses about the district.
