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Tampa's Safety Workshop Begins at Fair Oaks on Monday
A free October 12 gathering puts neighborhood voices at the table
Tampa Front Porch Staff

Tampa Front Porch Staff

Oct 11, 2026

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Illustration. Workshop details from the City of Tampa; all times Eastern.

Tampa residents can join police and community leaders for a free public safety workshop Monday, October 12, at Fair Oaks Recreation Center.

 

The first session in a new quarterly District 3 series centers on firearm safety, responsible gun ownership and community violence prevention.

 

When and where

 

The center is at 3400 E. Louisiana Avenue, Tampa.

 

A meet-and-greet runs from 5:30–6 p.m., followed by facilitated table discussions from 6–7 p.m., all Eastern Time.

Representative discussion scene, not the announced Tampa workshop. Photo by Felicity Tai on Pexels

A conversation, not just a presentation

 

The city's announcement describes residents and community leaders sharing ideas about neighborhood safety and quality of life.

 

Acting Chief Brett Owen, Councilwoman Naya Young, NAACP Hillsborough County Branch President Yvette Lewis and Safe & Sound Hillsborough Executive Director Freddy Barton are among the announced participants.

 

Free gun locks will be distributed while supplies last.

 

Before you go

 

The workshop is open to the public; check the city's announcement for changes before leaving.

 

The announcement does not specify parking or registration arrangements, so confirm those directly if they affect your visit.

Sources & planning links

City announcement and updates

Reporting checked October 11, 2026.

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