The Council for the Town of Picton appealed the 1981 budget submitted by the Board of Commissioners of Police, seeking to reduce the town's police force by one member due to high policing costs.
The Council relied on statistical evidence showing higher per capita costs and officer-to-population ratios compared to similar towns.
The Board presented evidence that Picton serves as a commercial and tourist hub for the county, justifying the nine-member force.
The Ontario Police Commission dismissed the appeal, finding the Board's position reasonable and concluding that the force should not be reduced.
