For Immediate Release
Langley City, B.C. – As expected, on May 10, 2025, the Township of Langley terminated
the City of Langley and Township of Langley Police Capital and Operations Cost Sharing
Agreement, which has been in place since 1993. This agreement specifically addresses
the co-owned RCMP detachment building and shared municipal staff.
It is important to clarify that the agreement on the detachment building is not the same as
the Township’s call for de-integration. Any de-integration of policing requires approval
from the provincial government, which has not happened.
“Langley City Council is unanimous in its belief that de-integration of the Langley RCMP
Detachment will not improve the quality, efficiency, or effectiveness of policing in
Langley,” stated Mayor Nathan Pachal.
Mayor Pachal continued, “We have consistently been willing to work with the Township
of Langley to ensure all the facts are on the table and together come up with a path
forward that is in the best interest of all Langley residents and businesses.”
Langley City remains open to a mediated process — as recommended by the Province
— to work toward a fair, modernized agreement that ensures effective, coordinated
policing for both communities.
Mayor Pachal reaffirmed: “Our goal is a strong, stable public safety model that reflects
our shared responsibility and protects taxpayer dollars. We look forward to continuing
conversations that support both communities and put public safety first.”
Over the past several years, the City has demonstrated a strong and consistent
commitment to public safety — including strategic investments in fire services, emergency
management, and policing — to ensure reliable service delivery now and into the future.
It continues to seek constructive dialogue with the Township, the Province, and the RCMP
to support a coordinated, modern public safety model.
With both Langleys growing and SkyTrain on the horizon, the case has never been
stronger for an integrated, coordinated, and financially responsible public safety model
that reflects the needs of both communities.
Media Inquiries:
Mayor Nathan Pachal
City of Langley
604.514.2801
npachal@langleycity.ca