Tampa Mayor Urges Safety Measures in Ybor City After Mass Shooting
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor is proposing a juvenile curfew in Ybor City following a shooting that left two people dead and 15 injured. The curfew would start at 1 a.m. and aims to address concerns about late-night activity and public safety in the historic neighborhood. City attorneys will present a draft ordinance for the curfew, and if supported by the City Council, it could be implemented within a few weeks. The shooting has sparked discussions about the future of Ybor City, with some calling for fewer alcohol-related businesses and a greater focus on residential properties and daytime businesses. Council members are also seeking increased community policing and code enforcement to address noise violations and other infractions.