Record-breaking WRPS polar plunge held for Special Olympics Ontario
Some might call it crazy, but others call it refreshing.
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Some might call it crazy, but others call it refreshing.
Mental health concerns were discussed at Wednesday’s Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) board meeting, where the police chief says they respond to a minimum of 3,000 mental health-specific calls annually.
Waterloo Regional Police Chief Mark Crowell told members of the police services board that he'll work on a plan to better present the 2024 budget to Region of Waterloo councillors. That's in light of council passing a motion to require police to consult with council and the public before approving its budget.
The regional administration and finance committee approved a motion Tuesday, which would make it necessary for the Waterloo Regional Police Services (WRPS) board to consult with council and the public before approving its annual budget.
Chief Mark Crowell made a presentation at a council meeting Wednesday justifying the proposed $214 million budget for the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS).