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Vancouver Police Department Budget, Vancouver police Chief Adam Palmer says a provincial report from the director of police services has ordered the city to restore $5. The city must make budget cuts for the first time in more than a decade to Vancouver city council will meet on Tuesday to discuss several topics, including a mid-year funding boost for police and firefighters. It is one of several Four months after slashing the budget for Vancouver's police oversight body, council decided Wednesday to restore most of the cut funding. 7 million in funding that it was denied in the city's 2021 budget. 5-million budget — predicts it will need an operating budget of close The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is expecting to be over budget, according to a report presented to the city’s police board. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the City of Vancouver, British Columbia for its annual Vancouver Police Department management continues to defy a request from city hall to trim its operating budget this year and recommends an increase of $6. However, its mayor says residents could see longer police respon The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is asking the Police Board and the City of Vancouver to approve an 11% budget hike for next year. 2 per cent tax hike, the city’s police and fire chiefs made their pitch A property tax hike of 5. Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim has been consistent on why the proposed 2026 city budget — which includes a property tax freeze, $50 million more to the Vancouver Police Department On Wednesday, Vancouver's City Council approved $20 million in additional funds for this year's budget for the city's police and fire departments. The Vancouver Police Department will be recommending a 2026 budget just shy of half a billion dollars. The financial information The Vancouver police and fire departments will get big boosts to their operating budgets this year after city council approved Tuesday millions of A report presented to the Vancouver Police Board in September found that in the second quarter, the department was over budget by more than $10 The city’s top cop is celebrating a provincial decision to override Vancouver council’s police budget and restore over $5 million in funding that The City of Vancouver will have a $1. Contribute to annontopicmodel/unsupervised_topic_modeling development by creating an account on GitHub. 6 million by While other city departments are making millions in cuts, Vancouver's police and fire services expect to be over budget this year by a combined $21 million. The Vancouver Police Board has voted to approve a budget request of just over $497 million in 2026, a $50 million increase over 2025's final budget. 7 million to the Vancouver Police Department's 2021 budget will ensure the VPD can better serve the residents and business owners of Vancouver, This week, the Vancouver Police Board approved a $322-million provisional operating budget for the VPD in 2021. 4 million The Vancouver Police Board approved a 2022 operating budget Thursday for the Vancouver Police Department that is $3. The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is seeking a $22. The Province of British Columbia's decision to restore $5. 9 million more than The Vancouver Police Department predicts it will be over budget by $4. These boards serve as the employers of police department staff, handle certain complaints about police, make budget decisions, and set We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. The Vancouver Police Department — which is operating this year with a $373. 7 million to the department’s 2021 budget. Vancouver's city council is set to vote on Wednesday on whether to approve a financial lifeline to the city's police and fire departments. 8 million to carry out its operations, with funds coming directly from the City’s annual Vancouver city council approved a plan Wednesday to reduce the police department’s $314 million budget by one per cent. ’s director of police services to overrule Vancouver council’s 2020 decision to trim the 2021 Vancouver Police The Vancouver Police Department (VPD; French: Service de police de Vancouver) is the police force in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. 3 billion budget proposal that city officials will spend the next month deliberating. Lastly, the increasingly complex nature of police investigations, combined with a significant number of public safety issues, ranging from the ongoing Lower Mainland gang conflict to hundreds of protests Vancouver police say climate activists are costing the department millions of dollars in resources, as the police board pushes for a budget increase Appendix 3 - 2025 Additional Pressures Draft 2025 Operating Budget Tables Staff Presentaton Note: Debate and decision on the reports above will take place at the Council meeting The Vancouver Police Department’s 2017-2021 Strategic Plan consists of four priorities that focus on fighting crime, enhancing public safety, engaging our community, and supporting our people. 1 million more. As the City of Vancouver prepares its 2026 operating budget, police and fire departments are asking for top-ups to cover deficits. 9 million and expect almost half a billion dollars will be House panel boosts maintenance, pulls West Su and Cascade Point projects from budget May 7, 9:46 am Juneau police arrest suspect accused of attacking The Vancouver Police Department — which is operating this year with a $373. 5 million without public debate. 6 billion operating budget for 2021 on Tuesday that includes a five per cent tax increase for property owners and no new money for the police. In a The Vancouver Police Department is already millions of dollars over its budget this year, leading some to ask how this issue can be fixed -- so overruns don't happen every year going Salaries and Benefits New collective agreements were negotiated with both CUPE Local 50 and the Victoria Police Union. The Vancouver Police Department has requested an operating budget for 2023 that totals $383 million and includes $15. Although the 2023 budget plan was green-lit from the VPB before going Recommendations THAT Council approve the one-time 2022 budget increase of $1,280,854 for the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) related to fringe benefits adjustments to reflect actual 2022 rate As Vancouver’s council hunted for ways to pare a proposed budget with an 8. 8-million increase to its operating budget for 2025 for a total of $434,166, 680. Nov. However, they Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart says the next city council will need to decide how to offset the nearly $6 million it must restore to the police Last week, Vancouver City Council passed a 2021 operating budget which allocated over $340 million to the Vancouver Police Department. 5%, made up of 1% for additional infrastructure renewal, 3% for Vancouver Police Department (VPD) services, and 3. The Vancouver Police Department's budget is approximately $76 million per year. To fully implement the proposed hiring goals, the police department would need an additional $36 million per The Vancouver Police Department is a diverse, innovative, and award-winning police department. Geo-political issues, including the Israel-Hamas war, continued to drive protest activity in 2024, with 2026-2030 Budget Outlook (165 KB) Overview of the key factors impacting our financial outlook, including the steps being taken to balance the budget while The Vancouver Police Department’s budget increased this year under Mayor Ken Sim and his ABC Vancouver-dominated council, who now Vancouver city council approved a $1. 6-billion operating budget next year, a five per cent average property tax increase — and a police budget that For the first quarter (year-to-date) of 2025, the City recorded an Operating Budget surplus of $3. 7 million to hire 100 At the request of the Vancouver Police Board, I am forwarding for your review the attached submission respecting the provisional operating and capital budget for the VPD for 2023. 7 million, which the city previously denied, debate around the funding's merit C. . That represents a major reduction from last year’s failed proposal to Nov. The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is staring down a financial overrun as it grapples with a projected budget overspend of $6. 9 per cent increase over 2025 levels, which one police THAT Council approve a permanent 2025 budget increase of $2. The financial information With Vancouver poised to set its 2025 budget, top police brass are touting a year-over-year decrease in crime as evidence that increased funding for the department under Mayor Ken Sim A recent report shows the Vancouver Police Department was overbudget by more than $10 million at the end of its second fiscal quarter. Conclusion The Garland Police Department serves as a model for community-oriented policing, demonstrating the importance of building trust, engaging with the community, and Vancouver Police Department Pros: Highest base constable pay in this RCMP salary vs OPP and municipal comparison at $133,847, with professional development increments pushing Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim's majority on council has voted to give the fire department $1 million less funding than recommended in next year's budget – while giving the police $2. The Vancouver Police Department is proposing a $383 million operating budget for 2023, a 11. If passed, it would allow the Vancouver Police Department to hire 13 officers. 7 million in the Vancouver Police Department's budget. The Vancouver Police Department wants a $22. Monitoring the Vancouver Police Department’s performance, investigating the effectiveness of the city’s cybersecurity program and a look at how the city is adapting to climate The Vancouver Police Department — which is operating this year with a $373. To fully implement Holmes' proposed hiring goals, the police department would need an additional $36 How the budget cuts affect police A city staff report released with the documents recommends the Vancouver Police Department see a reduction of $3. 2 million to the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) to match the final 2025 fringe benefit rates, to be transferred from the General Amid increasing pressures from protests, street disorder, and unanticipated events like the Israel-Hamas conflict, the VPD finds itself over The Vancouver Police Department is seeking budget “overages” from city council that total $17 million while Vancouver Fire Rescue Services will The Vancouver Police Board is also proposing a $497 million operating budget for the Vancouver Police Department next year, which would The city’s consultation on the 2026 budget indicates that residents of Vancouver ranked stopping or lowering the police budget as their number one choice for reduction in services, while Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim has been consistent on why the proposed 2026 city budget — which includes a property tax freeze, $50 million The Vancouver Police Department is projecting to be over budget by the end of the year by nearly $8 million, according to a report heading to the police board Authorities say the investigation remains active, with both the Vancouver Police Department and the Clark County Sheriff's Office working to identify any additional victims or witnesses. Vancouver budget decision comes at time of widespread debates around police funding, while public safety has become a major local issue. 9 million. C. 35-per cent increase to property taxes, according to Mayor After Vancouver city council passed a budget freezing police spending, the board appealed. The Vancouver Police Department is seeking an operating budget for 2024 worth $415. In 2024, Vancouver officials are weighing cuts to police, fire, parks and recreation, streets and environmental programs. The VPD board submitted its 2021 budget proposal to the city The battle over the Vancouver Police Department's 2021 budget is being escalated to the provincial government. 7 million to the police budget that a majority of council originally rejected during the city’s budget deliberations in Vancouver leaders have determined the city’s law enforcement agency would need a hefty budget boost by 2030 to improve staffing and therefore “meet the needs of [the] rapidly growing The Vancouver Police Department has the biggest budget in the city, but as Justin McElroy reports, while other departments are being asked to find cuts, the police board is asking The Vancouver Police Board has won its appeal of a city council decision not to increase the department's budget in 2021. We serve Vancouver’s citizens and visitors, guided by our Vancouver, BC Mayor Kennedy Stewart says he will support the Vancouver Police Department’s request for a $325 million operating budget for The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) had sought the money for its 2021 operating budget, but council voted in December 2020 to reject the The Police Board & Director of Police Services Are Ignoring Priorities Whatever option Council proceeds with will cost residents of Vancouver. In the The Vancouver Police Department's proposal for 35 more staff next year could be put under the microscope Tuesday during a special meeting for The Vancouver Police Department's budget is approximately $76 million per year. , which covered the first six months The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the City of Vancouver, British Columbia for its annual The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the City of Vancouver, British Columbia for its annual With Vancouver police getting the go-ahead from the province for $5. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. 1 million, or 1%. The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is expecting an $8-million budget overage for 2025, with more employees earning larger amounts from overtime, according to a report. Legislated under the BC Police Act, the Vancouver Police Board Vancouver council will be asked by city staff next week to reinstate $5. Christine Boyle to freeze it at $340. However, they are taking proactive measures to address this In conclusion, the Vancouver Police Department is expected to exceed its budget for the year 2024, according to a recent report. Which means Rideout will decide whether the police department gets the increase (and Reflecting on the City of Vancouver’s 2023 Budget In 2023, the Vancouver Police Department will receive $401. The board successfully The Vancouver Police Department is projected to be over-budget by $8 million by the end of the year. The budget proposal was passed by the The Vancouver Police Board’s approval Monday of a $322-million provisional budget to operate the police department next year — a $6. 9 per cent The Vancouver Police Board has approved a budget request of $497 million for 2026, a 4. 28, 2023, Vancouver – Vancouver city council voted Tuesday to give the Vancouver Police Department and Vancouver Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) millions of dollars to make up for budget The Operating Budget reflects fixed and contractually obligated costs, as well as Council-approved investments, including increased staffing for Vancouver Police and Vancouver Fire and Rescue The Vancouver Police Department has the biggest budget in the city, but as Justin McElroy reports, while other departments are being asked to find cuts, the police board is asking council for a Increased spending on the Vancouver Police Department is the driving factor in a 6. 5-million budget — predicts it will need an operating budget of close to $500 million by 2028, according to a Vancouver's chief of police has condemned the city's decision to cut the force's budget by $3. 7 million in funding that it was denied in the city's 2021 Newly sworn-in Vancouver Police Chief Troy Price assumes the helm as the department struggles to pay for officer vacancies and looming city budget cuts. 48 million represents a $25. 1 million for its 2021 budget to Photo Mike Howell Police Chief Adam Palmer’s total compensation in 2023 was $464,207, according to information released by the Vancouver Body cameras are not included in Vancouver’s two-year, $1. We make all of our financial reports available to the public, including quarterly financial reports, annual financial reports, and statements of financial information. 5 per cent is recommended to balance the budget, which includes a $434-million request from the Vancouver Police FURTHER THAT the above constitutes Council’s approval of the Vancouver Police Board 2025 Draft Operating Budget of $453,433,698 in expenditures and transfers and $31,982,020 in revenues as The Vancouver Police Department could soon find itself in a dispute with city council. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the City of Vancouver, British Columbia for its annual The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is expecting to be over budget by millions of dollars, according to a report presented to the city's police board. The board met Monday and approved a proposed operating At a meeting Monday, the Vancouver police board approved a $497 million operating budget for 2026, an increase of $22 million — or 4. 4 million increase over the 2020 budget – sets up Vancouver Police Chief Constable, Adam Palmer, issued the following statement today in response to Vancouver City Council’s decision to reduce the Vancouver Police Department’s net The Vancouver Police Board (VPB) has approved a $383 million budget request from the city’s police department. 5-million budget — predicts it will need an operating budget of close to $500 million by 2028, according to a The City Manager’s Recommended two-year operating and capital budget for 2025-2026 was reviewed by Council and adopted December 2. Photo Mike Howell The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is A Vancouver Police Department patch is seen on an officer's uniform in the Downtown Eastside in 2021. The incident has now triggered investigations by both the Vancouver Police Department and Canada’s Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), with growing questions over whether marine While other city departments are making millions in cuts, Vancouver’s police and fire services expect to be over budget this year by a combined $21 The Vancouver Police Board is meeting Monday to vote on a 2026 budget just shy of half a billion dollars. The city has shared its proposed budget for 2020 and, as usual, there’s another big increase in there slated for the Vancouver Police Department. The Vancouver Police Department is seeking budget “overages” from city council that total $17 million while Vancouver Fire Rescue Services will attend the same meeting Wednesday to After boosting Vancouver’s police budget by tens of millions of dollars over the past two years, the city’s ruling party recently cut the money 2 Vancouver Police Department 2022-2026 Strategic Plan Building on the success of the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) 2017-2021 Strategic Plan, the VPD 2022-2026 Strategic Plan was The City of Vancouver's budget is scheduled to be voted on next week, and Mayor Ken Sim has been doing a number of interviews championing its $50 million bump to the Vancouver A single Vancouver police sergeant was paid $239,258 in overtime alone last year, on top of the rank's base pay of up to $158,000. 8-million increase to its operating budget for 2025 but the city’s finance department says it is only prepared to accept a $10-million boost over the The City of Vancouver has passed a 2026 budget with a freeze on municipal property taxes, $50 million more for the city's police department, and a Screenshot The Vancouver Police Department has drafted two proposals for next year’s operating budget — one at $325 million, the other at $328 million — that significantly exceed the The Vancouver Police Department’s budget is approximately $76 million per year. The adopted budget The Vancouver Police Department is seeking budget “overages” from city council that total $17 million while Vancouver Fire Rescue Services will attend the same meeting Wednesday to The Vancouver Police Department’s budget increased this year under Mayor Ken Sim and his ABC Vancouver-dominated council, who now must decide on the department’s 2024 budget Vancouver police had proposed a $346. The Vancouver Police Department’s budget increased this year under Mayor Ken Sim and his ABC Vancouver-dominated council, who now must decide on the department’s 2024 budget The Vancouver Police Department has the biggest budget in the city, but as Justin McElroy reports, while other departments are being asked to find cuts, the police board is asking council for a The Vancouver Police Department 2017 - 2021 Strategic Plan A significant benchmark in assessing the VPD’s ability to provide an adequate and effective service to the residents of Vancouver can be The Vancouver Police Department got a significant increase to its 2022 operating budget and may add another $5. The Vancouver Police Board passed a provisional budget of $322 million Nov. In conclusion, the Vancouver Police Department is expected to exceed its budget for the year 2024, according to a recent report. 7-million to the police department’s 2021 budget. 5 billion budget, Vancouver is facing sweeping budget cuts and new taxes. 98 million by the end of the year — the first time in 16 years — and points to The Vancouver Police Board approved a budget hike for the department, setting stage for debate next month in council — and likely next year. Police Union increases for 2023 and 2024 are tied to increases for the A provincial report from the director of police services has ordered the City of Vancouver to restore $5. At the request of the Vancouver Police Board (VPB) Finance Committee, we have reviewed the Statement of Recoveries and Expenditures as at December 31, 2023. To fully implement Holmes’ proposed hiring goals, the police department would need an additional $36 million per year The Vancouver Police Board’s approval Monday of a $322-million provisional budget to operate the police department next year – a $6. The city's police department was $10 million over budget in the first half of the year, The Vancouver Police Department is projecting to be over budget by the end of the year by nearly $8 million, according to a report heading to the police board Two of the proposed amendments relate to standard budget adjustments for both Vancouver Police Department and Vancouver Fire Rescue Services for fringe benefit rate changes that occurred after The Vancouver Police Department is asking for an additional $23 million in funding for next year, bringing the VPD's total budget to $434 million. 98 million by the end of the year — the first time in 16 years — and points to city council’s decision not to fully fund The Vancouver Police Department (VPD), as governed by the Vancouver Police Board, maintains public safety and upholds the rule of law. THAT Council approve the amended Budget Resolution attached as Appendix B of this report, thereby adopting an amended General Purposes Tax Levy of $964,139,430, which includes an Despite approving a $2. This report outlines proposed 2025 Operating Budget amendments for the Vancouver Police Department and Vancouver Fire Rescue Services. 5% To deliver a balanced budget in this challenging financial environment, all departments across the City identified work that could be deferred, held vacant positions, and found new efficiencies to reduce The Vancouver Police Department — which is operating this year with a $373. Please enable JavaScript. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the City of Vancouver, British Columbia for its annual Mayor Kennedy Stewart’s role as chairperson of the Vancouver Police Board is being tested as the police department faces a city council-ordered one per cent cut to its $315 million The decision by B. 6-million budget but council approved an amendment from Coun. The appeal mechanism, as set out in the Police Act, was used most recently by the Victoria and Esquimalt police board. Two of the proposed amendments relate to the The Vancouver Police Board has voted to approve a budget request of just over $497 million in 2026, a $50 million increase over 2025's final budget. The proposed 2023 Vancouver city council voted Tuesday to give the Vancouver Police Department and Vancouver Fire Rescue Services millions of dollars to make up for budget shortfalls related to payroll The Vancouver Police Department — which is operating this year with a $373. 7 million connected to an The Vancouver Police Department was over budget by $800,000 for the first three months of this year, but VPD management predicts it will not run a 2 Vancouver Police Department 2022-2026 Strategic Plan Building on the success of the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) 2017-2021 Strategic Plan, the VPD 2022-2026 Strategic Plan was While other city departments are making millions in cuts, Vancouver’s police and fire services expect to be over budget this year by a combined $21 million. 5-million budget — predicts it will need an operating budget of close to $500 million by 2028, according to a Contract awards – $100,000 Operating impacts of capital and other city adjustments – $39,598 AND THAT the above constitutes Council’s approval of the Vancouver Police Board 2023 Operating The Vancouver Police Foundation (VPF) has made a groundbreaking pledge to public safety, with a commitment to fund more than 118 VPD officer-led community programs and initiatives In 2024, City-wide FTEs increased primarily because of Vancouver Police Department’s hire for attrition to reach authorized strength; Parks and Recreation’s filling of vacancies as well as increased The City of Vancouver has passed a 2026 budget with a freeze on municipal property taxes, $50 million more for the city's police department, and a host of The City of Vancouver is expected to approve its 2024 Statement of Financial Information on Wednesday, a 165-page document that outlines exactly The Operating Budget reflects an overall property tax increase of 7. The budget’s amount equates The Vancouver Police Department is asking for an additional $23 million in funding for next year, bringing the VPD's total budget to $434 million. Option A: THAT, pursuant to the submission from the Vancouver Police Board dated February 29, 2024, Council approve an adjustment to the 2024 operating budget previously approved for the Vancouver The Vancouver Police Department is expecting to be over budget by the end of the year, according to a report. 30 but council has approved a budget of $316 million, about A city staff report released with the documents recommends the Vancouver Police Department’s overall budget be reduced by $3. The VPD budget The city council in Vancouver has approved top-ups to cover this year’s deficits in the city’s police and fire departments. 17 per cent increase over this year. 5-million budget — predicts it will need an operating budget of close to $500 million by 2028, according to a Clark County and the City of Vancouver butt heads over potential public safety budget costs if Proposition 4 passes this November. It comes just two days before the THAT, the Vancouver Police Board (Board) determine the appropriate 2022 net operating budget for the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) to meet the legislated requirement for adequate and effective The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the City of Vancouver, British Columbia for its annual The Vancouver Police Board has voted to approve a budget request of just over $497 million in 2026, a $50 million increase over 2025's final budget. The figure comes from a freedom of information request At the request of the Vancouver Police Board (VPB) Finance Committee, we have reviewed the Statement of Recoveries and Expenditures as at December 31, 2021. The The report discusses the findings of the Body Worn Camera Pilot Program, Report Back to Council with Information Relating to the Implementation of Body Worn Cameras for the Vancouver Police The budget fight between the VPD and city council dates back to December 2020 when a majority of city council decided not to fully fund the police-board requested budget of $322 million. government to receive $5. 4 million, primarily driven by a surplus in investment income, as well as savings in salary budgets; The Vancouver Police Department is projecting it will be over budget by $6. 1 million, or one per cent, from The Vancouver police board is asking the province’s director of police services to review the Vancouver Police Department’s 2021 budget. 28, 2023, Vancouver – Vancouver city council voted Tuesday to give the Vancouver Police Department and Vancouver Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) millions of dollars to make up for budget The Vancouver Police Department’s budget increased this year under Mayor Ken Sim and his ABC Vancouver-dominated council, who now must decide on the department’s 2024 budget A property tax hike was on the table but Vancouver city councillors instead voted to take millions from the reserve fund to offset the costs of The Vancouver Police Department predicts it will be over budget by $4. 9 million by year’s end, with $5 million of the deficit associated with the The Vancouver police board endorsed the department's request for an 11 per cent budget hike, including funds for 100 promised new officers. Local news, sports, business, politics, entertainment, travel, restaurants and opinion for Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. 1 million increase over our 2021 budget, and it also includes a recently arbitrated compensation increase for Vancouver Police The Vancouver Police Department’s budget increased this year under Mayor Ken Sim and his ABC Vancouver-dominated council, who now must decide on the department’s 2024 budget The Vancouver Police Department’s budget increased this year under Mayor Ken Sim and his ABC Vancouver-dominated council, who now must decide on the department’s 2024 budget Vancouver Police officers walk the Downtown Eastside (DTES) in Vancouver on November 3, 2025 (Credit: Arlen Redekop) While other city departments are making millions in cuts, Vancouver City Council voted to increase property taxes to accommodate budget increases for the city’s police and fire departments on Two weeks after releasing a widely criticized report scrutinizing social services spending in Vancouver, the city's police department is asking to increase its annual operating budget by This report outlines proposed Operating Budget adjustments for both Vancouver Police Department and Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services for fringe benefit rate changes (ongoing adjustment) and The Vancouver Police Board was unanimous Thursday in approving a $383-million budget for the Vancouver Police Department to operate in 2023 The provincial government ruled that the City of Vancouver is required to restore $5. Photo Mike Howell The Vancouver Police Department is expecting to be millions of dollars over budget by the end of year, according to a report. The VPD’s net 2022 budget of $341. DARRYL DYCK/The Canadian Press The Vancouver Police Board has voted to approve a budget request of just over $497 million in 2026, a $50 million increase over 2025's final budget. The Vancouver Police Department is seeking budget “overages” from city council that total $17 million while Vancouver Fire Rescue Services will With 35 days until kickoff, representatives from Vancouver’s host city committee, BC Place stadium, the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) and TransLink convened a news conference to “The optics are, ‘Oh, the police get everything they want,’” Vancouver police board member Lorraine Lowe said, shortly before she voted to endorse another $50 million be directed to They respond to urgent and unfolding incidents, and provide a highly visible police presence. 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