# Durham Council Punts $1.1B Police Funding Plan

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Podcast: [Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/toronto-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7593854)
Published: 2026-05-13T20:04:18+00:00
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Durham Regional Council postpones $1.1 billion police funding plan until October election, aiming to balance police needs and taxpayer budgets. The proposal includes officer boosts, tech upgrades, building repairs, and a $574 million headquarters in Oshawa, potentially leading to 10% property tax hikes in 2027. The finance committee voted 4-2 to delay, with two absentees. Police Chief Moreira expresses disappointment, while councillors like Crawford and Ashe argue for full council voice. A $93 million one-off request for Oshawa HQ land and designs is still on the table for June, potentially increasing 2027 taxes by 0.4%. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5a4211bcea4b17bb

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