Portland’s Central Eastside reduces crime, graffiti, camping in 90 day ‘reset’

In response to increasing crime, drug use, graffiti and unsanctioned homeless camping, the city of Portland launched a “90 day reset” to clean up its Central Eastside. The results of the official effort were released recently and included lighting improvements, removing hundreds of camps, nearly 5,000 pounds of trash and 74,000 square feet of graffiti. Clare Briglio is the executive director of the Central Eastside Industrial Council and Central Eastside Together, one of the city’s three enhanced service districts.
When the report was released, she praised the city’s efforts but also said the overall response was “a work in progress,” and that "businesses and residents deserve credit for their patience and passion during this time.” Briglio joins us to share more about the experiences of those in the district during and after the reset, and what she thinks should come next.