Cincinnati’s $380K youth curfew centres sit empty since opening
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Cincinnati’s two youth curfew centres, built at a cost of $380,000, have not been used since opening in August. The empty facilities have sparked debate among city council members over the effectiveness and allocation of public funds for the program.
Breakdown
- Cincinnati opened two youth curfew centres, spending $380,000 on the initiative. 25s
- No young people have been brought to the centres since they opened. 23s
- Councilmember Scotty Johnson questioned the allocation of funds and highlighted other public safety needs. 39s
- The city is contractually obligated to pay for the centres, regardless of their use. 1m 14s
- City officials maintain the importance of being prepared, while residents are urged to scrutinize city spending. 1m 49s