Council passes first two readings of new property tax bylaw despite concerns from landlords and non-profit housing groups Saskatchewan Landlords Association (SLA) CEO Cameron Choquette speaks to Prince Albert city council during a meeting on April 14, 2021. – Jason Kerr/Daily Herald A new property tax bylaw that includes a $35 base tax to pay for four new police officers passed the first two readings on Monday despite concerns from the Saskatchewan Landlords Association (SLA) and local non-profit housing groups that the tax would unfairly target them. Council approved the first two readings by a 7-2 margin after more than one hour of discussion and debate. The third and final reading is scheduled for Wednesday afternoon at City Hall.