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Sign costs for proposed curfew in Prince Albert, Sask. over $150K

The bylaw was proposed after almost 400 reports of properties being broken into this year. File / Global News

A proposed curfew in Prince Albert, Sask., would cost taxpayers $150,000.

The bylaw would allow Prince Albert police to stop and search anyone in back alleys or on walkways between midnight and 6 a.m.

It was proposed after almost 400 reports of properties being broken into this year.

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A city bylaw requires signs showing the hours of operation be posted in public spaces.

A report to city council says more than 1,100 signs would be needed, at a cost of more than $150,000.

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It’s a price council is willing to pay, proceeding with the curfew to the next stage.

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