Crime Prevention and Community Programs

Neighborhood Watch Programs:

Gulfport Neighborhood Watch is a little more than getting to know your neighbors. Neighborhood Watch meetings are held every second Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm. Meetings are held at Scout Hall, 5315 28th Ave. S. Parking is available in the front and the rear of the building.

You can become a Neighborhood Watch Block Captain and help support Gulfport Neighborhood Watch. Whatever your level of interest, we can help. The Gulfport Police Department, through its Volunteer Coordinator, will help you with training to become a Block Captain, help you get organized, and provide tips and other information. We encourage all Gulfport residents to participate in our monthly meetings!

If this is something you may be interested in, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Jim Wright at 727-893-1022 or [email protected].

Security Surveys:

We have officers who have special certifications based on advanced training and experience in crime prevention through environmental design. These officers can survey your property and provide expert tips on simple, cost-effective improvements that you can make to reduce your risk of being victimized. To schedule a survey, contact us at 727-893-1041.

Citizens Police Academy:

Typically once per year (more or less depending on demand), we host a Citizens' Academy. It gives participants an in-depth look at how we do business. The program runs for eight-ten weeks, one night per week, and attendees will experience everything from the crash investigation and communications center to the gun range and the pursuit driving course. For more information, contact the program coordinator at 727-893-1028.

Explorer Post:

Exploring is a program for youth between the ages of 14 and 21 who want to learn more about a potential career field. Law Enforcement is but one of many types of Exploring units. Members attend biweekly meetings, quarterly regional meetings, and annual state and/or national competitions. Experienced members can participate in ride-alongs with police officers and may also be selected to compete on the Explorer shooting team. For more information, please contact Officer Jason Motte at [email protected].

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Gulfport Neighborhood Watch meetings are held at Scout Hall, located at 5315 28th Ave. S, Gulfport, FL 33707.