Downtown Cleveland

In the case of inclement weather, Downtown Cleveland, Inc. plays a critical role in communicating with the City of Cleveland - City Hall and safety partners, distributing information to stakeholders and the public, and directly offering services within the Downtown Cleveland Improvement District. These actions are a direct reflection of items Downtown Cleveland influences and resources we control contributing to a seamless collaborative urban fabric. 🔷 Downtown Cleveland partners with city personnel, law enforcement, and public safety agencies to share information on emergency measures 🔷Acts as a key channel for sharing critical updates, expectations, and available resources with stakeholders 🔷Reports, documents, and escalates non-functioning facilities to the City 🔷Provides Ambassador services such as de-icing sidewalks and pathways, clearing snow from ADA ramps and bus shelters, assisting with vehicles, and removing fallen trees and branches 🔷To access these services, call 📞 216-621-6000

Warm up in the Warehouse District at 826 W St. Clair Ave with Lekko Coffee's second location, following the success of their first shop in Ohio City. ☕ This new downtown location features the quality roasting and excellent service that Lekko is known for, in an intimate, light filled space. Free dinosaur toys (for kids and kids-at-heart) and dog treats are available, while delicious pour overs, lattes, cappuccinos, and more will satisfy coffee connoisseurs and casual caffeine lovers alike. They’re open daily, 7 days a week from 7am-2pm. Perfect for anyone who works, lives, or visits downtown Cleveland!

Advocating for public policies that support a vibrant business environment is central to Downtown Cleveland’s work. Downtown Cleveland is excited to announce that The Fight Organized Retail Crime and Empower Law Enforcement (FORCE) Act has been enacted into law upon Governor DeWine’s signature last week. This legislation will create an Organized Retail Theft Task Force, increase criminal penalties for repeat grand theft, and enact additional measures to deter organized crime allowing downtown’s small business community to flourish in an urban environment. Learn more about Downtown Cleveland's advocacy efforts and the FORCE Act in the linked article below. https://lnkd.in/gF9XC4N8

Downtown Cleveland, Inc. recognizes what's at stake. Supporting a downtown stadium means investing in a stronger, more competitive city—one that attracts businesses, corporate investment, and talent while generating the tax revenue needed for essential services. It means building on the momentum these investments have helped create over the past 20 years. Click the link below to read an op-ed by President & CEO Michael Deemer, JD, LPM and Downtown Cleveland, Inc. board chair Karen Fanger on why the Browns' relocation plans would threaten regional prosperity. https://lnkd.in/gnZc-pWa

Downtown Cleveland is thrilled to hear that Cleveland has been awarded nearly $70 million from the Department of Transportation for the North Coast Connector Land Bridge and Downtown Boulevard Project. These projects support Mayor Justin M. Bibb's Reimagining Downtown plan which includes enhancing the core's experience by providing equitable access to our waterfronts. Bibb credited former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown with helping to secure the grant. U.S. Rep. Brown said in a statement. “We believe in downtown Cleveland.” The projects align with Downtown Cleveland's vision of creating a seamless urban environment with enhanced connectivity, transforming Cleveland into a 15-minute, 18-hour city. This funding will promote downtown Cleveland as a world-class destination, leveraging our waterfront to benefit the entire community. https://lnkd.in/gihbaUSB

Greater Cleveland RTA Update: Beginning Tuesday, January 14, 2025 until further notice, Sherwin Williams construction is preparing to enter a new phase which will require new sections of sidewalk on Superior Ave to close for reconstruction and reopen for use. The change will impact the current stop on westbound Superior Ave at West Roadway for the #22, #45, #51-51A, after the intersection. 🚍 During this time, the sidewalk will close and the #22, #45, #51-51A stop will temporarily be relocated to westbound Superior Ave at W 6th St, before the intersection. https://lnkd.in/gGtszG2t

A huge thank you to Mike the Hatter for his generous donation of winter hats! These hats will be distributed to the unsheltered population, providing much-needed warmth during the cold months. They have been a consistent supporter, donating hats year after year, and we are incredibly grateful for their ongoing commitment to giving back to the community. We're proud to partner with this local business, and we encourage you to visit their shop in the 5th Street Arcade to show your support!

🛷 We had a successful first Snow Days last night! These pop-up events occur when we have enough snow for sledding on Mall B. Next time we get snow check our social media accounts to see if we are hosting a Snow Days! ❄️ A number of free snow tubes are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own sleds if you have any. See you out there next time!⛄️

Will more people be in the office this year than last year? The data trends say yes. In the third quarter of 2024, compared to the workforce before the pandemic, 75% of employees are back in the office.   "Michael Deemer, JD, LPM expects that number to increase slowly, adding that once Sherwin-Williams is up and running, it may also help bring employees back to the office. 'The symbolic value of having a Fortune 500 company homegrown here in downtown Cleveland, opening a new office tower, having its workers come into the office every day, I think, sends an incredibly strong signal about the importance of place-based work,' Deemer said" https://lnkd.in/gyHxSkHR

SNOW DAYS!!! ❄️ Tonight from 5-7pm join us for sledding on Mall B! Join us for a Winter Wonderland downtown! Snow tubes and sleds available to borrow! #DTCLE