Clean and Safe Committee Action Plan for 2007
Download this document (PDF) detailing where to report problems you see.DRC Beautification Programs
Over the past few years, the DRC has participated in many beautification programs & events, including:
The 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003 Great American Clean-Ups
Piatt Park Decorating and Clean-Ups (5 times)
The Purple People Bridge Clean-Ups and Flower Pot plantings
Make a Difference Day 2005 and 2006
Mutt Mitt Dog Waste Dispensers in Piatt Park and Lytle Park
CURRENT/ON-GOING PROJECT: DRC Bandanna Maps are now available! Purchase of bandana map directly benefits the DRC's quality of life programs or the non-profit selling the item. These pedestrian walking maps printed on colorful bandanas are available at Metronation (9th and Elm, 564-0095), The Friends Store of the Public Library (800 Vine St), and the Cincinnati Shakespeare Festival Gift Shop (717 Race St).
RECENT EVENTS: The 2006 Great American Clean-up and Purple People Bridge Planting ~ 60 volunteers of all ages participated! Make A Difference Day in October 2006 had DRC volunteers painting community centers and hanging murals in OTR.
NEXT EVENTS: Piatt Park Clean Up: January 6, 2007; Great American Clean-Up on April 28, 2007
Summer Arts @ Children's Department of the Public Library
During the Summer months in 2005 and 2006, the Children's Learning Center hosted a series of art programs. The DRC was the sponsor of the program, and we not only supplied the funds, but also the volunteers. We plan to support the program again in 2007. Since our partnership with the Library, the lives of over 1000 children have benefited.
UPDATE: November 2006: The DRC presents the Children's Department of the Library with a grant of $1,250 for youth arts initiatives. Summer 2007 program to be announced in April/May 2007.
Citizens On Patrol Program (COPP)
Spring 2007: a 3-part training session for COPP volunteers occurs. All classes are in the evening and are hosted at Cinti Police Dept Academy. Downtown COPP has been implemented & teams of 3 are patrolling our neighborhood throughout the week, with both daytime & night patrols. For more information or to receive an application, please contact: Terri Windeler of the CPD or DRC Contact Conrad Thiede.
Community Problem Oriented Policing
In 2003 and 2004, residents of downtown participated in CPOP and SARA (Scanning, Assessment, Response, Analysis) training. Members from CPD's DSU and the Community Police Partnering Center also participated.
In 2004 and 2005, The DRC again hosted interactive sessions focused on residents' concerns, with open discussion on possible solutions. Each month we review quality of life and safety issues and the successes we have had. Minutes all CPOP and member meetings and the DRC Clean & Safe Action Plan are available. In 2005 & 2006, DRC representatives have been guests on several local radio shows to discuss CPOP & other quality of life issues. Please consider any DRC meeting as the forum to further discuss these issues.
Urban Living Seminar Series
From 2003, the DRC and Towne Properties co-sponsored the first seminar on urban living, focused on quality of life and safety issues. Officer Governor Williams from the Cincinnati Police Academy was the guest presenter.
In 2004, Downtown Resident Bob Manley conducted a presentation on how residents can successfully impact downtown safety and quality of life. Also during the past 2 years, the DRC sponsored a series of Self-Defense classes for Downtowners and several Urban Living Safety Seminars at a variety of business and residential locations downtown.
Future Urban Living Seminars suggestions are encouraged. Planning of events available and requested. NEXT SEMINAR: Monday, December 4, 2006
Virtual Block Watch and Downtown Safety Sector Program
CPD and DCI have implemented a very successful sector program focusing on downtown quality of life concerns. Residents are encouraged to participate, and the DRC is represented at meetings. A virtual block watch has been set-up, too. To participate in the Safety Sector Program or to sign-up for Virtual Block Watch, please visit: http://www.downtowncincinnati/cleanandsafe
Downtown Spring Into Action
In 2004 and 2005, the DRC hosted Spring Into Action, a downtown spring cleaning that coordinated with area outreach non-profits and service organizations. The goal was to help downtown residents in their spring cleaning by providing an outlet for clothing & household items they wished to donate.
CURRENT PROJECT: Winter Coat collection for those in need.
Helpful Clean and Safe Tools Available
Learn more: How can you curb Panhandling?, What are the city's Leash Laws? and Where can you report a concern such as a pothole, dark street light, etc.? E-mail: info@ilivedowntown.com or a Co-chair.
DRC Clean & Safe Contact Info:
Please share your ideas, concerns and positive stories. We welcome and encourage your quality of life input. Committee co-chairs are:
Conrad Thiede
Katherine Durack