How to Start a Neighborhood Watch Group

What is a Neighborhood Watch Group?

Communities, apartments, condominiums and mobile home parks can participate in the Neighborhood Watch program. The recommended boundaries for a standard Neighborhood Watch Group is six to fifteen blocks.

How do I start a Neighborhood Watch Group in my area?

• First contact the Tampa Police Department's Crime Prevention Specialist in your  area and tell them you are interested in the Neighborhood Watch program.
• You can find what Police District and Crime Prevention Specialist phone number here.
• A crime prevention officer from the bureau will contact you and explain the program in detail. If you are interested in starting a Neighborhood Watch group and becoming a Neighborhood Watch coordinator, the crime prevention officer would like to meet with you in person at your home and provide you with an application.
• Once the application is completed it will be reviewed and a criminal history check will be conducted. The crime prevention officer will contact you with the results.