The Headline
Following Safe in the City Success, Downtown Neiman Marcus Store to Remain Open
Reporters across Dallas filed premature obituaries on our legendary Downtown Neiman Marcus store. Following heroic efforts by a team of City leaders earlier this year, Saks Global says the store will remain open beyond the 2025 holidays. Read more from D CEO’s Audrey Henvey at the link below.
The Data
WFAA: Drop in Crime, Quality of Life Infractions Driving Progress
More than six months after the public launch of the Safe in the City initiative, violent crime and quality of life infractions continue to trend down in Downtown Dallas. Among key data points through December 1:
Violent crime is down in Downtown by nearly 12% as compared to last year.
Aggravated assaults (non-family violence), robberies, burglaries, and stolen vehicles are all down.
Instances of sleeping in public are down by 35% and all homeless encampments within the core are closed.
As DDI President & CEO Jennifer Scripps tells WFAA’s Cole Sullivan in the linked story above, we are by no means declaring victory as we look to continue our efforts in 2026 and beyond.
“It is a proof of concept,” Scripps said. A concept that includes the tenets of our plan: Visible Presence, Vested Interest, Vibrant Downtown.
Safe in the City Spotlight
Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert
Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert made Downtown safety and vibrancy one of her top priorities from her very first days on the job.
“The City of Dallas has made an intentional decision to be at the table working with all of our stakeholders to ensure that the core of our city… is strong, that it’s alive, and that it’s well.”
Watch the video above to learn more about Tolbert’s vision.
Right Here. Right Now.
Download The See Say App To Use DDI’s On-Demand Services
The Downtown Dallas, Inc. (DDI) Field Operations Teams provide on-demand response to non-emergency quality of life concerns from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week. The easiest way to request services is through the See Say app, available for download on Apple and Android devices. You may also call the dispatch line at 214-741-1151 or text 972-440-1995.
Downtown Dallas Safety Coalition
Join The Safe in the City Movement
Pink Toes nail bar owner Kyla Porter is a Safe in the City partner.
Safe in the City is a movement fueled by public and private collaboration. Want to pledge your organization’s support? Complete the form linked below and we’ll add you to our website and celebrate your commitment to the cause.
That’s it for now.
Remember to visit safedowntowndallas.com to stay updated on the Safe in the City initiative and downtowndallas.com for everything else you need to know about Downtown and DDI.
Best,
The Safe in the City Team