06/16/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/16/2025 16:05
In light of the June 1 terror attack, the city and the business community remain even more committed to the ongoing work of ensuring public safety. A multi-layered and collaborative approach emphasizes proactive safety planning, visible police presence, coordinated agency response, and trusted partnerships with local businesses and organizations. It's designed to deter crime, build community trust, and ensure downtown remains a welcoming and secure place for everyone.
Over the past 18 months, the city and Downtown Boulder Partnership have taken important steps to improve public safety downtown. In partnership with the Boulder Police Department and other community organizations, these efforts aim to support a cleaner, safer, and more welcoming environment while aligning with broader goals around community well-being and economic vitality.
"Pearl Street Mall is not just the economic heart of Boulder, but it's the cultural and civic center of our community. These expanded public safety resources we've put in place - coupled with our ongoing investments in downtown infrastructure and programming - ensure Pearl Street continues to be the vibrant core of our city," said Rivera-Vandermyde.
"A safe, welcoming environment is the cornerstone of a thriving downtown and is especially important as we continue our collective efforts to maintain the Pearl Street Mall and entire downtown district as a destination that is welcoming and safe for everyone," said Bettina Swigger, CEO of Downtown Boulder. "Creating a secure urban center requires deep collaboration and shared commitment to dedicating the resources necessary to meaningfully address challenges and ensure all users of downtown are well-supported."
The following are examples of safety enhancements:
Additionally, the city and Downtown Boulder partner to ensure a clean and vibrant downtown experience for business and visitors through projects and initiatives including:
Together, these efforts are making a meaningful difference and reflect Boulder's commitment to ensuring downtown remains a safe, accessible, and welcoming destination-while preserving the unique, open character that defines the Pearl Street Mall experience.
"We know that security, cleanliness and vibrancy are core components of what makes a public space like the downtown district so special, and community engagement with the business owners who know their needs best has been incredibly helpful," said Chief Stephen Redfearn. "We're continually monitoring developments in this area and are open to adjusting our protocols as new challenges emerge."
At the same time, Redfearn said, everyone has a role to play in promoting safety.
"Our officers cannot be everywhere at once, which makes community partnership more important than ever," Redfearn said. "We're asking residents and visitors to stay aware of their surroundings, trust their instincts, and report any concerns immediately: see something, say something. Our collective efforts make us stronger and safer."