Special Improvement Districts, Downtown Columbus
Capital Crossroads and Discovery Special Improvement Districts were created by property owners in Downtown Columbus to provide services that support a safe, clean, vibrant, and welcoming downtown. Property owners in each special improvement district (SID) fund the program through assessments, and the board of trustees determines the focus. The map of both SID boundaries can be found here.
Capital Crossroads SID focuses on safety, cleaning, landscaping, homeless outreach, economic research, Downtown C-pass, and the Markets at Pearl. Discovery SID focuses on safety, homeless outreach, economic research, first-floor graffiti removal, and creative placemaking. Each SID employs ambassadors to patrol the streets and provide assistance, information, and a reassuring presence in Downtown Columbus
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Call or text us with safety, cleaning and homeless outreach requests.
614-228-5718
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Capital Crossroads
Capital Crossroads Special Improvement District supports the development of downtown Columbus as a clean, safe, and fun place to live, work, and play. We’re here to help from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday – Saturday and 9:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday.
Discovery
Discovery Special Improvement District helps property owners create and maintain a safe, vibrant, diverse, distinctive and walkable mixed-use neighborhood. We’re here to help from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday – Saturday.
2023 Capital Crossroads & Discovery SIDs Annual Meeting
Join us on Nov. 9 for the 2023 Capital Crossroad and Discovery SIDs Annual Meeting as we discuss the continuing evolution of Downtown Columbus. This year's theme is Beyond the Workplace: Downtown’s Diverse Destinations.
Downtown Columbus is a vibrant hub of diverse activities, from commerce and education to arts and recreation. But how should downtown continue to evolve in the face of new challenges? Join us for a community conversation to chart the path forward.
The Markets at Pearl
Market season is here! With three outdoor markets to choose from you can always find what you need. The Pearl Market offers Ohio-fresh produce, farm products, and artisan-made goods in the urban heart of Columbus each Tuesday and Thursday, and the monthly Moonlight and Sunlight markets bring a festive atmosphere with artisans, live music and more. See you there!
Downtown C-Pass
Downtown C-pass provides eligible employees and residents in the Capital Crossroads Special Improvement District with unlimited access to the entire COTA bus system. C-pass is good any day, any time, on any route. And good news! Downtown C-pass extended through December 31, 2025.
Caring Connections
Caring Connections is our homeless outreach program. If you see someone experiencing homelessness or panhandling downtown, the best way to help is to call us at (614) 228-5718. Our homeless outreach specialists help connect people in need with shelter and other resources.
