Mayor Andrew J. Ginther, City of Columbus | City of Columbus website
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther, City of Columbus | City of Columbus website
The City of Columbus has completed the second phase of its Clean and Safe Corridor initiative in the Hilltop neighborhood. The program, which lasted two weeks, aimed to address resident concerns through enforcement and cleanup efforts by various city departments. These efforts were focused on enhancing public safety, promoting economic growth, and improving the quality of life along important business corridors.
Mayor Andrew J. Ginther stated, “The city is working daily with Hilltop residents to improve safety and continue to transform this resilient neighborhood. We advance this mission with each business owner we support, each gun we recover, each tree we plant and each crosswalk we improve.” He added that while significant progress was made during the two-week period, ongoing investment in partnerships and the Envision Hilltop plan will continue to support the area's safety and cleanliness.
Guided by community feedback and 311 requests, a coordinated effort was launched along Sullivant Avenue between Central and Hague avenues from April 21 to May 5. The Columbus Division of Police also carried out an Operation Unity mission in Zone 3 on April 30.
Key outcomes from the Sullivant Avenue Clean and Safe Corridor program included improvements in safety, cleanliness, beautification, property inspections, and small business support. The services provided during this activation are valued at over $101,000 in labor costs and $41,000 in materials and equipment.
In 2025, the initiative will extend to sections of four commercial corridors: Parsons Avenue on the South Side, Sullivant Avenue in Hilltop, Livingston Avenue in Driving Park, and High Street in Short North. This approach aims to deliver concentrated improvements tailored to address each corridor's specific challenges and opportunities.
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