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London, ON – The London Police Service Board (the Board) is pleased to announce a one-time $1.5 million adjustment to its operating budget, reducing the tax levy impact while maintaining effective service delivery. This move reflects the Board’s ongoing efforts to manage costs responsibly while fulfilling its legislated duty of ensuring public safety.
In March 2024, the Board secured a historic increase to the London Police Service (LPS) budget, marking the most significant investment in local policing in London’s history after years of chronic underfunding. This investment has already supported hiring more officers, implementing new technologies, and improving member training. As a result, the community has experienced notable improvements in key policing metrics, such as faster response times and a reduction in violent crime.
In May 2025, after discussions with Mayor Josh Morgan and Budget Chair Elizabeth Peloza about opportunities for efficiencies, the Board requested and received a high-level summary from the LPS of potential savings. Several measures have since been implemented to reduce costs and ease the burden on taxpayers, without compromising police response or community safety.
As the Board continues to balance efficiency with accountability, it reaffirms that community safety will never be compromised. Any adjustments made are intended to reduce the tax burden while maintaining the essential services residents depend on.
For more information about the London Police Service Board, please visit: www.londonpoliceserviceboard.com
Any questions or comments may be directed to Chair Ryan Gauss at lpsb@lpsb.ca
London Police Service Board:
Mr. Ryan Gauss, Chair
Ms. Nancy Branscombe, Vice-Chair
Dr. Hayley Faulkner, Member
Mayor Josh Morgan, Member
Councillor Steve Lehman, Member
Councillor Susan Stevenson, Member
The London Police Service Board (the “Board”) held its annual Chair and Vice Chair elections at its first Board meeting of the year, in accordance with the Community Safety and Policing Act. The Board announces the re-election of Ryan Gauss as Chair and Nancy Branscombe as Vice Chair for the 2026 term, ensuring continued leadership and oversight of policing in the City of London.
Mr. Jeffery Lang has been appointed by the Province of Ontario to serve on the London Police Service Board
The London Police Service Board (the Board) has committed to delivering Londoners a Safer City Now. This assurance guides our approach to leadership, governance, and decision-making.
