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, Pearl Market and vibrant community events. 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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2024 Capital Crossroads & Discovery SIDs Annual Meeting
Join us on Thursday, November 14 from 4 PM to 6 PM at Mitchell Hall to celebrate downtown's dynamic evolution. From humble beginnings to a vibrant hub of commerce, education, arts, and recreation, we've come a long way.
Take part in a community conversation as we look back on 20+ years of service to the downtown community, celebrating our strong foundation and the power of partnerships. With thoughtful and intentional collaboration, we can create a more clean, safe and vibrant place for all who live, work and play in downtown Columbus.
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.
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.
Markets and Events
Capital Crossroads and Discovery SIDs host a series of community events in Downtown Columbus. Each season we curate something for everyone: movie nights under the stars, outdoor yoga, live music, an outdoor farmer's market, and so much more. We're excited to help create a vibrant and active community for all who live, work, and play in downtown Columbus.
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.
Pearl Market
Pearl Market has been serving the Downtown community since 1991, offering fresh locally grown Ohio produce to workers, residents, visitors, and everyone in between.
