City rejects pre-approving police budget

Posted Jul 5, 2010 11:08 pm.

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City council has decided not to pre-approve the police budget.

The decision was made in a late night council session Monday by a vote of 8-7.

There’s currently a shortfall of $60 million and the CPS is being asked to chop about $15 million, which equals 120 police officers.

Alderman Gord Lowe tells 660News that the new council needs to see the ramifications of cuts to other areas before making decisions on the police budget.

However, Alderman Ric McIver tells 660News that this is simply not a good idea and Calgarians will be very disappointed with the decision.

Police Association President John Dooks says if the police budget is reduced, Calgarians will notice a difference in service across the city.

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