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City is finalizing Neighborhood University program

Angie Drobnic Holan
By Angie Drobnic Holan March 30, 2012

Candidate Bob Buckhorn said during the campaign for Tampa mayor he would launch a "neighborhood university” program. Such a program is now being finalized by the city's Office of Neighborhood and Community Relations.

A draft proposal obtained by PolitiFact Florida showed the program is set to include an an explanation of neighborhood associations and how they can improve communities; an introduction to city government; leadership training; and communications advice.

The program has yet to be rolled out, but we see enough here to rate this promise In the Works.

Our Sources

Interview with Mayor Bob Buckhorn, Feb. 28, 2012

Email interview with Ali Glisson, public affairs director for the city of Tampa, Feb. 28, 2012 and March 30 2012