At its last meeting council raised the possibility of a security levy being imposed on residents to create a safer central business district.
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The levy could go towards CCTV cameras or security patrols or anything that would make the CBD safer.
Deputy Mayor, Sue McCutcheon said this system was in place in Wellington.
She was joined by Cr George Mack last month when they visited the town to see the CCTV camera set-up.
"(CCTV cameras) have made a huge difference in the CBD and crime hasn't moved into the outer areas," Cr McCutcheon reported.
The motion was passed at the ordinary July meeting to create a Crime Prevention Plan.
This plan could include introducing a security levy which would be used to improve security.
Cr Mack said he spoke to a shopkeeper in Wellington about the levy.
He reported although the shopkeeper was initially disgruntled at the extra cost he now happily pays the levy.
We asked the people of Narromine if they think the extra cost is necessary and here's what they came up with.
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