My name is Joseph Citro, and I am committed to serving all Tampa residents with integrity, transparency, and accountability. For more than twenty years, I have proudly served our community as a volunteer on numerous City of Tampa boards, committees, and commissions. Those experiences have given me a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing our city and reinforced my commitment to putting the people of Tampa first. As your City Council member, I will use my voice to increase transparency in city government and help build a city that is safe, prosperous, and welcoming, while preserving Tampa’s unique character and making our city stronger for future generations. I will listen to neighborhood concerns and make decisions based on what is best for the citizens of Tampa—not special interests. Every neighborhood deserves a voice at City Hall. I will support responsible growth by ensuring that infrastructure keeps pace with development while protecting our established neighborhoods. I will encourage economic development by supporting local businesses that create higher-paying jobs and strengthen our local economy. Public safety is one of my highest priorities. As a member of Tampa City Council, I will support the Tampa Police Department, Tampa Fire Rescue, and our first responders by ensuring they have the staffing, equipment, technology, and training they need to protect our community effectively. Every Tampa neighborhood should be a safe place to live, work, and raise a family. I will also invest in youth programs through our Parks and Recreation Department by supporting sports, mentoring, and after-school activities that provide positive opportunities and help prevent crime before it starts. Transparency and fiscal responsibility will be at the heart of every decision I make. An open and accountable city government builds trust, strengthens public confidence, and ensures that every tax dollar is spent wisely for the benefit of Tampa’s citizens. Joseph Citro Fearless. Professional. Creative.