Following last Thursday's major public safetysummit, city and state officials, law enforcement leaders, and other Downtown Bostonstakeholders - including civic organizations, shelters, churches, businesses, trade groups, and institutional partners - have come together to develop a comprehensive action plan to address ongoing challenges in Downtown Boston, including congregate drug use; crime, including retail theft; and homelessness.

Last Thursday, the Downtown Boston Neighborhood Association (DBNA) hosted a public safety summit to address ongoing challenges facing the Downtown Boston neighborhood. While Boston has achieved record low levels of homicide and violent crime, congregate drug-use; petty crime, including retail theft; and homelessness continue to impact the quality of life, experience, and perception of safety among those who live, work, visit, and do business in Downtown Boston.