Compliments Report (November 2020 - January 2021) Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 09, 2020 [citizen] Neighbourhood Response Positive comments about the "Thank you for your service and incredible work to keep this city safe. Team Neighbourhood Response Team. It is rough out there and I am grateful for the work you all do. But most of all, thank you for listening to scared and concerned citizens such as myself." November 16, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "We realize that these difficult times require cost cutting to many and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. areas, however policing in our city should not be one of them. The VPD is doing a fantastic job at helping the best they can with the problems arising, but public safety and the safety of citizens of our community are a huge concern to us. We hope before any decision is made that concerns like ours, and the safety of the citizens of our beautiful city, are paramount in any decision made toward budget cuts to the Vancouver Police Department."
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "This is a brilliant and much needed addition to the community." Team Neighbourhood Response Team. November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Just wanted to say I support and thank you for the extra response unit Team Neighbourhood Response Team. and officers in the west end! It's greatly appreciated!"
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I would like to express my full support and appreciation of the new Team Neighbourhood Response Team. neighborhood response team. We have already noticed a difference and finally feel safe enough to leave our home. Thank you for adding additional resources and we are looking forward to seeing the continued positive difference this task force is making in our community." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Feel more secure seeing and knowing police are checking my area." Team Neighbourhood Response Team. November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Your presence is very necessary for so many reasons. Please know Team Neighbourhood Response Team. that we who live here greatly appreciate what you do for us!"
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I live right on the border of the DTES and Gastown and I wanted to Team Neighbourhood Response Team. write a personal thanks for the steps you're taking to keep our city safer with the Neighborhood Response Unit. Everytime I see the council addressing the crisis it seems to be disproportionately at the expense of the tax paying residents. I appreciate you taking the stand and being the only ones to actually listen to our voices."
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I would encourage the VPD to continue in this direction and to not Team Neighbourhood Response Team. allow for a small group to discourage you. The results from this new unit's small amount of time on the streets is proof enough. I would encourage more resources put to these efforts."
1|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "This is just a little note to tell you that I really appreciate the creation Team Neighbourhood Response Team. of the new neighbourhood response team. I think you're doing a wonderful job in a really difficult and too-often thankless circumstance." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Just wanted to say I am in full support of this new unit that is being Team Neighbourhood Response Team. established and really appreciate all the effort of these officers. Thank you for establishing this unit and the increased effort to make our streets clean. Please keep it going!" November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Just wanted to toss a note to throw support behind the Team Neighbourhood Response Team. neighbourhood response unit." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Thank you VPD for neighborhood watch. It means a lot to simple folk Team Neighbourhood Response Team. like us. Keep up the good work, stay safe during the pandemic."
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "…I want to express my support for this program…it's amazing how Team Neighbourhood Response Team. much of a difference a police presence makes." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I live in Strathcona and our family and neighbors appreciate your Team Neighbourhood Response Team. work. I hope the Neighborhood Response Unit continues and expands even further. The community is better with your hard work and dedication." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Just wanted to say, the creation of this unit is needed and really Team Neighbourhood Response Team. appreciated. My family really appreciates how VPD is working and I would like to thank you for being around!" November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I live in the Strathcona area, and I fully advocate for the Team Neighbourhood Response Team. Neighborhood Response Unit. Knowing there is a Neighborhood Response Unit not only makes me, but our neighbouring communities, including the homeless, feel safer."
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "This is a great idea and much needed…I hope this unit continues Team Neighbourhood Response Team. moving forward, you have my full support!" November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "If anything, the units resources need to be tripled…Keep up the good Team Neighbourhood Response Team. work!" November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "As a resident in Chinatown, I just wanted to pass along my thanks and Team Neighbourhood Response Team. appreciation for the creation of this unit. It's something that I’m sure 98% of the residents of this city would agree with. Keep up the fantastic work! Your jobs are not easy but you are all appreciated."
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I live in the West End, and I just wanted to let you know that I support Team Neighbourhood Response Team. the new neighbourhood patrol initiative. Thanks for the good work."
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I wanted to take this opportunity to thank the VPD personally for the Team Neighbourhood Response Team. creation of the Neighbourhood Response Unit. Thanks, and keep up the hard work."
2|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Just wanted to voice support with the new neighborhood response Team Neighbourhood Response Team. unit. You are helping to keep everyone safe, including the homeless."
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I would just like to express my appreciation and support of the low- Team Neighbourhood Response Team. level crime unit. This new unit has brought me some peace of mind."
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I just wanted to lend my voice in support of the Neighbourhood Team Neighbourhood Response Team. Response Team. This is the type of policing the city requires. Please continue deploying this team." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I just wanted to voice my thanks and support for the new low level Team Neighbourhood Response Team. crime response team that VPD recently started. I really appreciate all the work that the VPD does. Keep up the good work!"
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Just wanted to say, the creation of this unit is so appreciated by many Team Neighbourhood Response Team. of us in the Vancouver community. This is wonderful news, keep going." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I just wanted to send a quick message of support to you all for the Team Neighbourhood Response Team. recent push to increase public safety through the new Neighbourhood response unit." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I just wanted to say, the creation of this unit is so appreciated by Team Neighbourhood Response Team. many of us in the Vancouver community. We appreciate you."
November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Just wanted to thank you for creating the neighbourhood response Team Neighbourhood Response Team. unit." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "The one beacon of hope I had recently has been your new anti crime Team Neighbourhood Response Team. unit! Thank you for all the great work you do." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I'm emailing today to let you know how happy we are and how much Team Neighbourhood Response Team. the creation of VPDs neighborhood response unit means to us. Thank you so much for hearing us." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I just wanted to say that I really appreciate the neighborhood Team Neighbourhood Response Team. response unit. I am very hopeful that this new unit will keep Vancouver safe." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Just wanted to say, the creation of this unit is so appreciated by many Team Neighbourhood Response Team. of us in the Vancouver community. This is wonderful news, keep going." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I just wanted to send a note to thank you for setting up the Team Neighbourhood Response Team. Neighborhood Response Unit." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I just wanted to let you know I truly appreciate the Neighbourhood Team Neighbourhood Response Team. Response Unit and I fully support your efforts to reduce the dangerous crime that plaques our streets. It makes me feel good to know you prioritize the safety of Vancouver's citizens."
3|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "As a resident of Gastown, I fully support the creation and use of the Team Neighbourhood Response Team. Neighborhood Response Teams. I hope the Neighborhood Response Team continues regardless of what some advocacy groups are saying about it." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Emerslund Appreciative of officer's assistance who "I want to thank the officers that attended my vehicle in front of my Cst. McGuinness covered his vehicle window with plastic house while I was out of town. I would like to thank whom ever took after it was smashed. the time to cover the window." November 18, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comment for the VPD Crest that "Great picture representing men and women whom do an awesome was posted on our profile. job 24-7 making everyone's lives better and safer!" November 18, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments related to the calls "It really is a reality when we can see what our outstanding officers go for service posted on social media. through on a regular basis, let us all be thankful for the service they give us." November 18, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I would like to say well done VPD I think your neighbourhood Team Neighbourhood Response Team. response team is something that has been long needed." November 19, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comment supporting the VPD "I can tell you from first-hand experience the challenges faced by law and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. enforcement and I can attest to the dedication to the people of our city as well as visitors from around the world displayed by the VPD officer's I have dealt with during the past two decades...I strongly urge the Vancouver Police Board as well as Mayor and Council to ensure adequate policing resources by maintaining current funding levels to VPD." November 19, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I fully advocate for the Neighborhood Response Unit. Thank you for Team Neighbourhood Response Team. your hard work, diligence, and the personal risk you take especially working during a pandemic to keep our streets safer."
November 19, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Thank you for implementing the Neighborhood Response Unit. I Team Neighbourhood Response Team. believe healthcare workers like myself and the VPD are both there to help the disenfranchised people of that area, but crime cannot be left unopposed. You are doing good work."
November 19, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I just wanted to say I'm thankful the VPD is making a presence in Team Neighbourhood Response Team. communities…it makes me glad to know that there is a bit more protection out there." November 19, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "There is absolutely no way defunding the police would be of any Team and All VPD Neighbourhood Response Team, and benefit, quite the opposite, and the addition of the Low Level Crime supporting the VPD and the VPD's 2021 Police Unit is long overdue. Please know you are appreciated." budget submission.
4|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comment supporting the VPD "I wish to express my desire that Vancouver City Council should and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. definitely not reduce any funding for any part of the Vancouver Police Department's budget. Vancouver's needs are growing and, therefore, the need for a greater police presence is growing and not diminishing I respectfully ask that you not decrease the police budget."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comment supporting the VPD "…to express concerns regarding potential police budgetary reductions, and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. and how that may affect the safety and security of our tourism industry and residents, an industry that is already in need of signficant assistance, not to mention the general needs of the public."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comment supporting the VPD "We would not be able to do anywhere near as much without the full and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. cooperation and involvement of the VPD. They respond quickly to our calls, they train us, they participate in and help with our event planning security and building security procedures, they give us seminars, provide alerts, they deal with personal threats and incidents and anti- Jewish and racist damage and graffiti, they provide seminars, some even volunteer with our committees. The VPD are the key to our community's, and all communities', ability to feel safe in Vancouver."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comment supporting the VPD "This letter is being written in support of the VPD and ensuring the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. 2021 VPD budget has the necessary resources included to combat the growing crime in our once safe city. Now is the time to be investing more into our VPD, not the opposite. Please invest the appropriate resources for 2021 budget and beyond into our VPD to ensure the citizens, guests, and businesses of Vancouver remain safe."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comment supporting the VPD "…express our concerns about possible police budgetary reductions, and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. and the impact it could have on community safety in downtown Vancouver. Our business has had nothing but positive, cooperative relationship with the VPD and we envision that we would continue to preserve that to the best of our ability as long as we can survive this Covid-19 crisis." November 20, 2020 [anonymous] All VPD Positive comment supporting the VPD "With the drastic increase of crime in our neighbourhoods, specifically and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. downtown Vancouver and Yaletown, we are 100% against ANY decrease in VPD funding! We need more VPD officers on our street."
5|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comment supporting the VPD "We're adding our voice to the chorus of businesses and residents, and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. especially those in the downtown core, who are deeply concerned about the impact of potential cuts to policing and the impact on our communities. Defunding the police, however, is not the answer at this time." November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Budget priorities include fully funding the Vancouver Police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Department..."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "This is not the time to take away the safety measures we need for our and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. City. The City of Vancouver's mandate during a pandemic especially, should be keeping citizens safe, managing their own departments, and having some understanding of stressed out taxpayers who are just trying to keep afloat."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "The City of Vancouver is in such pain and great distress these days and and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. the VPD are needed like never before to help bring not only law and order but calm and order. Cutting the budget of the VPD is really not a good idea. If anything, more police are needed."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "While our organizations strongly believe that more needs to be done and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. to address the mental health, addiction and homelessness crisis' in Vancouver, we do not believe reducing the current policing budget will help any citizen of Vancouver. Furthermore, we strongly believe that any budget reduction will continue to deteriorate the ability to operate hospitality businesses which rely on basic public safety principles to attract customers and staff."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "The purpose of this letter is to express grave concerns on behalf of and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. our membership about possible police budget restrictions and the impact they could have on community safety throughout our city…we strongly believe and urge both the Vancouver Police Board and Vancouver City Council to maintain current funding levels to VPD."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Any reductions to the VPD budget will severely compromise our and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. safety. I'm advocating in the strongest terms possible for policing as an essential service that must be supported and maintained. If anything, the VPD budget should be increased not decreased. The VPD is inclusive and very community oriented and I'm proud of the outstanding work they do."
6|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "The police are NEEDED in our area. Not just NEEDED, but based on the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. current increase of crime the city should be INCREASING the police presence! I implore you to PLEASE do not defund the police in our area!" November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am writing today to express my grave concerns about possible police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. budget restrictions and the impact they could have on community safety throughout the City of Vancouver. Any reduction in funding would have a dire and potentially irrevocable effect on neighbourhoods throughout the city and the safety of our citizens."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "As a person who has worked in the heart of Vancouver's and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Entertainment District for almost 30 years it is extremely concerning to hear that the 2021 Police Budget may decrease the police presence in our area by 120 officers! I wish to add my support to maintaining the police budget for 2021 and urge Council not to make any cuts."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "The VPD have been great with assisting crimes in the area but if and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. funding is going to be cut we may experience an influx of crime going forward." November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am writing as a concerned resident…to support an increase in VPD and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. funding for fiscal year 2021. The presence of the Vancouver police department in this area is critical to ensure a safe living environment for our residents…I urge council to not only maintain, but increase VPD funding for the safety and well-being of this growing neighbourhood."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am writing to behalf of our members in support of the work of the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Vancouver Police Department and their strong importance to our neighbourhood. Therefore, we strongly encourage you to support the 2021 budget submission made by the Vancouver Police Department."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "...is writing to urge the City of Vancouver to reject the proposal to cut and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. the Vancouver Police Department budget by 1%. We are strong supporters of the Vancouver Police Department and now, more than ever, we need to help them do their job. In fact, we need increased funding to support these new strategies, and City officials need to find other areas of the budget to fund these basic safety needs for the citizens of Vancouver."
7|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Our goal in writing this letter is to advocate for policing as an essential and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. service that must be supported and maintained. It is the responsibility of the municipality to ensure that the policing budget is protected, so that the Department can fulfill its role of enhancing public safety, and continue to protect the Citizens of Vancouver. We have continually advocated for stronger police presence, which will require additional funding for the VPD. We cannot emphasize this enough."
November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am writing this email to voice my support of the VPD and it's officers, and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. in hopes that there are no budget cuts, or any sort of 'defunding' of the Police Department. To cut the VPD budget would not only make our city less safe for everyone, but you would also be removing an essential contact or connection to services for individuals in dire need of help." November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "The Vancouver Police have been an integral part in keeping our and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. streets and clubs safe- at all hours -including their participation in BarWatch and a speedy responsive Gang Squad. In my opinion our police force should be increased, not reduced. Please do not reduce VPD funding." November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I was adamantly disappointed to hear that there will be reduced and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. funding for the police department. On the contrary, more funding should be directed to ensure public safety and a reduction of criminal activities through the city." November 20, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "…I have noticed more police presence in the last few weeks enforcing Team Neighbourhood Response Team. the laws and moving people along and I wanted to applaud your new initiative…" November 20, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am opposed to the proposed VPD budget cuts. I totally support your and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. endeavors that you have done to help us in the Yaletown area. You have a thankless job, but most of the law abiding citizens appreciate what you have done in our community, so thank you."
November 21, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am sending this email as I have heard that there is a plan for police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. defunding and to be honest, I am appalled that this is even a consideration." November 21, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "We are oppose to the proposed funding cuts to the previously and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. approved 2021 budget for the VPD."
November 21, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "The budget for the Vancouver Police Department needs to be and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. maintained. I do not support decreasing the police budget."
8|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 21, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "City Council should consider a budget increase to Police funding, and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. instead of defunding the Vancouver Police Department. Vancouver Police Department is a vital service to City of Vancouver and police officers are always an integrated component in our community which we depend on." November 22, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I am writing you all to thank you for [Cst. Regie-Gnanaseelan] and for Team Neighbourhood Response Team. his team. The change in our neighbourhood in recent months has been well documented. This email is to request that you keep funding this Team for 2021, and beyond. To allow them to be a positive presence in our community." November 22, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "We have a highly trained, fantastic police force that I have had only and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. positive interactions with. Far from defunding, we should be showing support for our VPD and providing them with the necessary resources to successfully perform what is one of the most thankless and demanding jobs imaginable that few could even contemplate performing." November 22, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I wish to express my opposition to Council's plan to defund the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. police…"
November 22, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "All to say, with the 2021 budget looming, I hope our elected officials and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. have the integrity and sound judgment to 'fund the police'. We need our VPD and we need a lot of them - not just to handle the increase in crimes, but to be visible enough to prevent them."
November 22, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "The Vancouver Police Department needs more not less funding to not and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. only continue the excellent work they have been doing, but because of new pressures and new areas of responsibility placed upon them, it is essential they have the training and the tools they need in order to do their jobs. Please support not only maintaining the Vancouver Police Department budget, but increasing the funding."
November 22, 2020 [citizen] SMC Bauerfind Impressed with professionalism "…he answered my questions professionally…he was very easy to talk displayed. with and amiable. I could tell just by talking with him that he's passionate about his job." November 23, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…we are writing this letter in support of maintaining and increasing and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. the 2021 police budget in Vancouver…"
November 23, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I would no sooner consider diminishing the resources of healthcare or and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. other first-responders in these perilous times, when we need them the most, than I would the police."
9|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 23, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Such as a need for an increased policing budget to tackle all the petty and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. crimes and bring order back to our streets."
November 23, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Police presence and visibility, as well as community police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. programming, are crucial in helping to curb these issues and provide an overall sense of safety not only for our staff, but for our guests. We are therefore very concerned regarding the suggested proposals being considered by City Council for the 2021 budget that would see a reduction in the overall police budget, stretching VPD resources even further. We urge you to not consider those options."
November 23, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am writing in support of public safety in Vancouver. The budget for and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. the Vancouver Police Department needs to be maintained. I do not support decreasing the police budget." November 23, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "We are sending this letter to reinforce the need to ensure the police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. are properly funding and can provide the level of policing that is needed, especially now as many in our community are struggling with the impact of C19 on their mental health. Now is not the time to reduce police budgets. Our communities need them now more than ever." November 23, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "We hope the Council will increase the Police budget for 2021 so more and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. officers could be hired. Our neighborhood needs more police who are visible." November 23, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Wilson Impressed with the professionalism and "I was so well taken care of and I am not going to miss this opportunity compassion displayed when the author to single out one of the officers who made a huge difference for me, was recently assaulted and attacked. and that was Constable Wilson. Not only was she supportive, kind, and sensitive in dealing with me, she also followed up with me on a consistent basis and answered all my questions. She is assertive and capable of making me feel safe and important."
November 24, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am speaking out against any proposed budget cuts, and am and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. supporting a budget request that would at minimum ensure the VPD can maintain its current levels of staffing and service to our communities. Please do not reduce any VPD budgets during this challenging time. The VPD does an exceptional job in our communities in Vancouver and we all want that to continue."
November 24, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "In the news it is being said that the City council is going to reduce the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. funding for the Vancouver Police. This would be wrong. In fact the Police budget needs to be increased."
10|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 24, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Without financial support how are the police supposed to navigate and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. the day-to-day crime just in that area of Vancouver alone? We have always had VPD support and back up but without having that accessibility we can only imagine our small urgencies will increase, but the overall situation of crime will continue to escalate - and far beyond the DTES. PLEASE, stand behind the Vancouver Police Force and meet the budget as described."
November 24, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…to express our concerns regarding potential police budgetary and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. reductions, and how that may affect safety to our guests, employees and residents of the community. In our view, the presence of police and officer visibility across the City of Vancouver should be increased to decrease the incidents of thefts, aggressive behaviour and open drug use." November 24, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "We would like to express our support for the Vancouver Police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Department (VPD). We would also like to thank the VPD for the ongoing police services that have been provided to our area. We support a fully funded police service." November 24, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "We fully support maintaining the funding for the Vancouver Police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Department at status quo. With the current situation with the COVID- 19 pandemic, it is important that the City of Vancouver maintain the high level of service that the citizens of Vancouver are used to."
November 24, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Our organization does not want the City Council to cut any funding and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. from the Vancouver Police Department. We should be planning and funding for the present and future needs for public safety."
November 25, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Kim Grateful for the recovery of his stolen "I wanted to take the time to ensure I expressed a sincere thank you Cst. Steverding property. for putting such effort into locating my stolen belongings. Thank you for your time and effort that evening, and thank you for what you do daily for our city." November 25, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I just wanted to express my gratitude for all that VPD is doing during Team Neighbourhood Response Team. covid -19 and for increasing patrols/ community safety, especially in Yaletown. Many thanks for ensuring our safety and for your dedication during very difficult working conditions."
November 25, 2020 [citizen] Various members Grateful for impressive response when "Due to the disruptive nature of his campaign and the escalating dealing with an individual who was threats, we had no choice but to engage with the VPD, and cannot acting in a threatening manner. thank your team enough for their diligent and careful handling of this issue."
11|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 25, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I'm writing to urge you to vote NO to cuts to the VPD budget. We and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. need adequately funded police to ensure safety for everyone in the community. We need more policing, not less!"
November 25, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am constantly amazed at the ability of our police force to deal with and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. the ever changing and increasing demands put on it. These officers are putting their lives on the line every day to protect all our citizens - especially those who are most volunerable. For this reason I urge you to support the VPD's funding request which will result in a safer and more livable city."
November 25, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I oppose cuts to VPD funding." and the VPD's 2021 budget submission.
November 25, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Do not cut VPD budgets…" and the VPD's 2021 budget submission.
November 25, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am FOR increased funding to spend on police for the purposes of and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. advancing public safety and increasing police presence and enforcement. Doubling the police budget and doubling the amount of police is reasonable considering the scope and population of our city if we want our city to be safe and hospitable to Vancouverites and visitors alike." November 25, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Our programs and outreach have made a notable difference, with and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. police contact and crime rates in those areas decreasing. Recognizing that VPD collaboration makes a difference, and can implement change, I strongly request that Police funding be increased, or at a minimum, maintained." November 25, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am here to write this letter in support for the Vancouver police and and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. the role they play; not only in the community but in running a successful business. It is my understanding city council is considering a reduction in the annual budget allotted to the VPD. This would not only be a grave mistake, but it would also lead to an increased crime spree and lack of confidence in personal safety, thus jeopardizing investor confidence in Vancouver and its ability to provide a safe and secure community."
November 25, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "As such I would urge the policing budget to be properly increased to and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. address these issues. Any cut in policing budget will cause catastrophic rise in crime rates in Vancouver and people not receiving the support they need."
12|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 25, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "It's time to increase VPD budgets. The vibe has majorly shifted in and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Yaletown and downtown and now more than ever we need more police presence." November 25, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Avelar Grateful for professionalism displayed "My purpose in writing to you, is to express our sincere appreciation Cst. Weston when dealing with their son who was for the kindness, empathy, and sincerity demonstrated by the two VPD struggling with mental health challenges. members who attended at our residence…Your members calmly and patiently proffered several suggestions to our son as to how best deal with his ongoing mental health challenges."
November 26, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "We would like to express our support for the Vancouver Police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Department (VPD). We fully support a funded police service."
November 26, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I unequivocally support the Vancouver Police Department's 2021 and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. budget request and implore you to support our VPD, which is in the best interest of Vancouver's citizens. VPD officers care about the well- being of people in this community - all people - and they act with integrity and compassion. Our VPD have led the development and implementation of best practices in community policing, citizen engagement, crime prevention and public safety programs for decades. There is not a better informed, engaged, and empathetic police force in North America."
November 26, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "The VPD officers that I have met and dealt with have been and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. professional, informed, and compassionate. I am asking the Vancouver Police Board NOT to defund the VPD." November 26, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Cutting the police budget will only lead to our city becoming less safe and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. and secure and less livable. Safety and security should be at the top of the list of priorities and not as I believe farther down the list."
November 26, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…I feel compelled to express my extreme concern about the proposed and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. cuts to the police budget for 2021. I strongly believe that any decrease in police funding would endanger public safety and be reckless for numerous reasons." November 26, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Please do not cut the police funding. More funding should be and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. provided so police strength can keep pace with the population growth and effectively deal with growing violent and hate crimes."
November 26, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "I am writing in support of the new neighborhood response team." Team Neighbourhood Response Team.
13|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 26, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "While our community fully supports the efficient use of public funds and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. especially during these challenging times, we do not support any further decline in the level of service that the Vancouver Police Department is able to provide given the rising demands that it faces."
November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am writing to express my strong support for the Vancouver Police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Department's 2021 budget request, and to relay the positive impact that the VPD has had in our community. I work in Chinatown and see policing as an essential service that must be supported and maintained." November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "This is a letter of support for the VPD regarding the proposed budget and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. changes. I am in favor of the status quo as I firmly believe any cuts will be detrimental to the city." November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…I would like to express my extreme disagreement of any funding cuts and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. to the Vancouver Police Department at any level."
November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I write to you to express my opposition to the proposed VPD budget and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. cuts. I believe this vote, however it is decided, will have significant implications on public safety in 2021. Our VPD have exceeded all reasonable expectations and should be given the opportunity to build on the progress they have made in 2020."
November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…I am writing to convey our support of the work of the Vancouver and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Police Department and their proposed budget for 2021…we implore you that the Vancouver Police Department is not a budget item that you should consider cutting." November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "We oppose cuts to the 2021 budget for the Vancouver Police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Department. VPD has and continues to be crucial to the safety and well being of our community. We respectfully ask that the Vancouver Police Board maintain the existing budget and capacity of the Vancouver's police force." November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "We would like to oppose police budget cuts for year 2021 or near and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. future."
November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am concerned however that Council is considering cutting the VPD and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. budget at a time when risk to public safety is poised to increase. Now is not the time to cut the budget. I understand the 2020 budget simply maintained 2009 staffing levels. As a result, I would go as far to encourage an increase in the 2021 budget to provide the necessary resources to prepare for the increased risk to public safety."
14|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am writing to you as you consider the Vancouver Police Department and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. (VPD) 2021 budget request, to express my support for the Department's request. There must be cuts somewhere but funding to the VPD should not be a place to consider cuts."
November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "These are unprecedented times and we have had more need for and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. assistance from the VPD in the last 8 months than ever before in the past. We depend on our relationships with our Community Policing Team, Hotel Liaison and the VPD to assist in creating a positive and safe environment for our team and customers. Their advice, guidance, presence, and assistance has been invaluable."
November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Policing is an essential service that must be supported and and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. maintained, and the work of the VPD is fundamental to public confidence during these uncertain times of challenge and seemingly endless angst. The citizens, businesses, and visitors of Vancouver will be best served with a well-funded professional police service and there is an opportunity for Council to provide a strong statement of support with a funding commitment."
November 27, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Gravengard Grateful for the relationship and support "I deeply value our working relationship with the current VPD of the VPD Musqueam Liaision Officer. Musqueam Liaison Officer, [Cst. Gravengard], who continually demonstrates his dedication to Musqueam community members and has provided excellent support during the COVID-19 pandemic."
November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "[The VPD] have been instrumental in educating and keeping the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. neighbourhood and businesses safe. We have seen the importance to keep our City calm and orderly as Covid fatigue increases."
November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…to express my concern regarding potential police budgetary and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. reductions and how they may affect the availability of police services in the city. We please you to strongly consider other budgetary avenues to save and/or raise money for Vancouver City Police funding and to please maintain current staffing levels for the safety of our community." November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am emailing you to express my support to maintaining the policing and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. budget for 2021 and urge Council not to make any cuts because I don't feel this will be a positive change. I believe the current police budget is essential to Vancouver and should have the resources/funds they require to continue being great."
15|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…I would like to express my gratitude to the Vancouver Police and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Department for the strength of our longstanding working relationship."
November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Now is not the right time to cut police budgets." and the VPD's 2021 budget submission.
November 27, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I would like to voice my opinion of the proposed police budget cuts. If and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. the reduced sanitary budget is any indication of what will happen with reduction to the budget of our police force, I am truly worried for specifically the downtown core and what it could become. If anything, we need more money for proper allocation for our police officers to be better trained in dealing with the uniqueness of our downtown community."
November 28, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I would like to ask you to please increase the VPD budget because I and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. feel that our city needs this."
November 28, 2020 [citizen] Unknown officer Grateful for off-duty member's "He kept insisting on my need for help and called for an ambulance and assistance when the author fell off his stayed with me till they arrived. The caring of your officer is bike sustaining multiple injuries. overwhelming especially on his day off."
November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I write this to you because I urge you to reconsider lowering the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. budget for the Vancouver Police Department. If the VPD receive less resources to do their jobs, we will all suffer as a result. I am adding my support to the growing list of names that want to maintain the policing budget for 2021. Reducing it will not make us safer, nor will it reduce crime in the city." November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "As an owner and resident in Yaletown and west end, I oppose city and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. budget cuts to police. Please do not defund the police."
November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I do not support cutting the Police Department's budget. I don't and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. believe I or anyone else will be safer with less police officers protecting our city." November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Having a strong police presence around Vancouver is extremely and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. important not just to me but to all citizens. VPD needs to be adequately resourced. I strongly disagree with cutting the VPD budget." November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Please help put more police on the streets to help our city be safe." and the VPD's 2021 budget submission.
16|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I do not support cutting the Police Department's budget." and the VPD's 2021 budget submission.
November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "As a downtown employee and resident, I do not support reducing the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. current VPD budget."
November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I wish to add my support and for my voice to be heard in maintaining and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. the current police budget for 2021 and for council to not make cuts to the existing budget." November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "If budget cuts happened to the Vancouver Police it would drastically and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. effect not only the safety of myself but that of the many clients we see on a daily basis. The VPD are an asset to our intentionally renowned city and it would be a disservice to us all to cut their funding."
November 29, 2020 [anonymous] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…I do not support cutting the Police Department's budget. I don't and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. believe I or anyone else will be safer with less police officers protecting our city." November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "This to me is a TERRIBLE IDEA. Please please please do not cut the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. budget."
November 29, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Because of increasing crime in the area I feel that cutting the policing and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. in the downtown area would be a mistake. Please do not cut the police budget." November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I greatly admire the work of our Vancouver Police Department and and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. more importantly I count on and trust the VPD to help keep me and my loved ones safe. I am strongly opposed to the $3.1M VPD budget cut you are proposing for the 2021 Capital and Operating Budget and I am astonished that you would even put that on the table when what we need now is more resources to help the VPD manage this crisis in our beloved city."
November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…we are very concerned that Council may cut the budget of the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Vancouver Police Department. They need Council's full financial support." November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "Our police need all financial support they can get. Please do not vote and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. for a budget cut to them."
November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…my wife and I ask that you do not vote to reduce the budget for the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. Vancouver Police Department. They need all the money and cooperation they can get to combat rising crime in the city."
17|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…please do not reduce the funds for the Vancouver Police in the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. upcoming budget. With rising crime rates, our officers need the full support from the Council. Please do not vote in favour of the cut."
November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "It is incomprehensible to me that with the continued increase in and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. property taxes there is a proposed budget cut to the Vancouver Police Department. At no time would I support a cut to the VPD's budget, but especially not now as crime throughout the city is on the rise."
November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I think defunding the police is a ridiculous idea!" and the VPD's 2021 budget submission.
November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I wish to add my support to maintaining the policing budget for 2021 and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. and urge Council not to make any cuts because I don't feel that cutting the police budget will make me safer and reduce crime."
November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am writing to you today because I do not support decreasing the and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. budget for police. Having less police out there protecting our streets is not the route I believe we should be taking. Please don't defund the police. We need them!" November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "As a person that works downtown Vancouver, I wish to add my and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. support to maintaining the policing budget for 2021 and urge Council not to make any cuts because I don't feel that cutting the police budget will make me safer and reduce crime."
November 30, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "As a resident, property and business owner in the City of Vancouver, I and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. DO NOT support any policing budget reductions. While there are calls to 'defund the police' by a small vocal group of people, I feel that by cutting funding to the police would be doing a disservice to people who live and work in Vancouver."
December 01, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I do not support cutting the police departments budget…" and the VPD's 2021 budget submission.
December 01, 2020 Staff Sergeant, E Division Ms. Pederson Impressed with assistance provided. "…I would like to thank you for your assistance and the service you provide." December 03, 2020 [citizen] Det/Cst. Graorac Grateful for compassion displayed when "I didn't feel that I wanted to speak to anyone about what was going the author was in emotional distress. on, however [Det/Cst. Graorac] patiently persisted in getting to know me and what was bothering me. He was incredibly genuine, helpful and caring."
18|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters December 03, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Grateful for officer's attendence at the "…I would like to thank the Vancouver Police Department for its virtual Remembrance Day Parade. commitment and dedication to making the virtual 2020 Remembrance Day ceremony at Victory Square a great success. Your team did an outstanding job, and your members should feel very proud."
December 03, 2020 [citizen] Neighborhood Response Positive comments about the "Your recent creation of a team to respond speedily to such things has, Team Neighbourhood Response Team. I am sure, met the approval of a huge number of citizens."
December 03, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Jackman Impressed with the successful recovery "Constable Jackman and his partner were very kind and calm and Cst. Morris of a stolen phone. reassuring. And we are just blown away by this whole experience."
December 04, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am writing to make the advice to refrain from the dangerous notion and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. of reducing police funding out of the purported support of social justice. Lack of funding will inhibit these moves, which will actually make policing much less equitable."
December 04, 2020 [citizen] Det/Cst. Matson Impressed with Det/Cst. Matson's "She was kind and calm. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all All VPD compassion when delivering notification VPD officers that are out there everyday doing your jobs and seeing of her brother's death. The author is also the horrors that most people don't see. Please know there are people very appreciative of all VPD officer's and who care and thank you for doing your jobs." the sacrifices they make every day.
December 06, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Budde Grateful for professionalism displayed "I just wanted to send a note of appreciation for the work performed Cst. Everall when assisting with a noise complaint. by the police in general and for responding to my noise complaint in Cst. Roman particular. Far too often there is only criticism leveled at the VPD. Just wanted this to be the opposite of that. Officers responded to my issue and I wanted to express my thanks and gratitude."
December 06, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Impressed with police response at a "We appreciated the police's attendance and behaviour. Everything freedom rally. was very peaceful with many families and moms with babies there."
December 08, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Nicholls Grateful for the successful recovery of "I am very appreciative to [Cst. Nicholls] for making this suggestion. their daughter's all-terrain wheelchair Getting this important piece of high-end mobility equipment back to a that was stolen from their vehicle. young person is just fantastic."
December 08, 2020 [citizen] Ms. Wotherspoon Impressed with the Information and "Kudos to the Vancouver Police Department Privacy & Information Privacy Unit. office who are diligent with FOI requests and do their work…"
December 09, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "I am in support of maintaining or increasing the police budget." and the VPD's 2021 budget submission.
19|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters December 09, 2020 Chief Officer, Metro Cst. Lavallee Grateful for officer's assistance during "…I would like to express my gratitude and appreciation for the Vancouver Transit Police an Indigenous art unveiling. assistance of Constable Lavallee during the unveiling ceremony of our Indigenous art piece on September 30th, 2020."
December 10, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Beveridge Appreciative of officer's assistance when "Your responding officers have been polite, and helpful during this Cst. Duff dealing with unwanted guests. time. We have had people with weapons and in large groups coming in Cst. Hilborn and we are very grateful to have your officers who responded."
December 12, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Lim Thankful for officer's assistance in "Because of [Cst. Lim's] effort, I was able to get my phone back within All VPD recovering a stolen phone. The author is 5 hours. Please accept my sincerest appreciation for the fine job you also supportive of the VPD and the and the Vancouver Police Department are doing to protect the good VPD's 2021 budget submission. guys. Because of COVID-19 and homeless issues in Vancouver, we should be increasing the funding and making downtown safe again."
December 12, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Hill Impressed with positive encounter after "…he was a very nice man…he was very kind and polite…you guys are being pulled over. lucky to have an amazing cop like that on your force." December 14, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Hemm Thankful for assistance when dealing "Thankful for [Vancouver Police Department] who dealt with a violent Cst. Robeson with a violent individual. altercation in our building this weekend. I understand an officer was assaulted in the process, I wish them a speedy recovery."
December 14, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Coburn Appreciative of response in dealing with "She was very prompt and helped me feel very relieved that my cries Cst. Nelson a noise complaint. Author is also grateful for help are being answered. I am very grateful for the work that the All VPD for the VPD and their dedication. VPD does. Thank you again for all your hard work keeping our community safe and peaceful." December 14, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Bayne Impressed with officer's response to a "They went above and beyond to help a really vulnerable lady! These Cst. Unheim vulnerable individual. are the sorts of things that the VPD do that are unseen and Cst. Wickstead unrecognized, but are very much appreciated!" December 14, 2020 [citizen] Sgt. Bech Grateful for compassion displayed when "They were exceptionally caring and gentle and stayed with both my Cst. Gustard dealing with an individual suffering from son and myself and wife the entire time until the ambulance arrived." Cst. Lichtenfels mental health issues. Cst. Ross December 16, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Grateful for the positive interactions and "One of the most rewarding aspects of my job was working with the relationships built over his 35 year hundreds of VPD members over the 35 years I have been in career working in partnership with the management. During all these events working side by side with VPD VPD. members, I have developed a great admiration for the service VPD supplies to the people of Vancouver. I have witnessed numerous difficult incidents during all these events and the VPD members have handled these incidents in a professional and compassionate manner."
20|21 Date From Member(s) Synopsis Excerpt from Letters December 20, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Baskerville Appreciative of positive interaction and The citizen wanted to give a very big "thank you" to two VPD officers Cst. Liu assistance when the author was in who assisted her yesterday morning. The citizen stated the officers medical distress. [Cst. Baskerville and Cst. Liu] did a superb job in calming her down and getting her to St. Paul's Hospital. The citizen stated that she can't say enough good things about their conduct and how great they were in assisting her. December 21, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Edmondson Impressed with police response when "So reassuring to know that police are able to respond with such Cst. Hogben dealing with a violent altercation. proficiency."
December 22, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Guilmain Impressed with police response when "VPD officers responded within 15-20 minutes of the non-emerg call. dealing with individuals screaming and Thank you for continuing to do what you do." wandering into traffic.
December 23, 2020 [citizen] All VPD Positive comments supporting the VPD "…I'm writing to express our concerns about any reduction in funding and the VPD's 2021 budget submission. of the Vancouver Police Department."
December 26, 2020 [citizen] Cst. Hicks Appreciative of assistance received "I want to offer my sincere thanks and appreciation for the VPD officer when involved in a motor vehicle who handled the situation...he was extremely professional and incident. efficient, and his behaviour is a model that all officers should be held to. I am sincerely grateful to him and the VPD for all the effort and hard work you put into the job."
January 05, 2021 [citizen] All VPD Grateful for the VPD. "Know that you have so much support from the rest of your family in blue." January 05, 2021 [citizen] All VPD Impressed with police response at a "Just wanted to say thanks for your excellent service and in using recent protest. proper discretion with the protests happening in regards to lock downs very much appreciated!!" January 05, 2021 [citizen] All VPD Impressed with police response at the "I just read the attached information from Rebel News about how well New Year's Eve protest. the VPD handled the New Year Eve citizen protest…and I wish to commend you for this. Bravo & well done! It's so good to know our police force is still there to protect us…"
January 05, 2021 [citizen] All VPD Impressed with police response at "…I am grateful for the support, respect & safety most Van. Police marches and protests. show us by keeping us safe at VAG & during our marches, we will respect & support them in return Thank You so much for this direction." January 05, 2021 [citizen] All VPD Impressed with police response at "Just a short note to thank the VPD for consistently being professional marches and protests. and fair in keeping us Freedom Loving Canadians safe at on-going rallies at the Art Gallery downtown." January 05, 2021 [citizen] All VPD Impressed with police response at the "I would like to commend the VPD on how it chose to honor the New Year's Eve protest. constitutional rights of the citizens it swore an oath to protect during the peaceful 'protest' on New Years eve."
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