Our police officers and fire fighters do an outstanding job given the resources available. Yet the current resources do not match the needs of a city our size according to the operational reports of police and fire in Vancouver. To provide the level of resources our citizens demand, we must find sustainable and protected forms of funding in order to ensure safety.  Together we can do this by increasing funding for other portions of the city budget to free up resources for public safety. 

Resources for more information: 

http://www.cityofvancouver.us/citycouncil/page/planning-future-policing-vancouver

http://www.cityofvancouver.us/citycouncil/page/addressing-future-fireems-services-facilities-vancouver