The new Pitt Meadows RCMP detachment has a headquarters.
The building for the autonomous police detachment, which is scheduled to separate from Maple Ridge on April 1, is now complete, Pitt Meadows city hall announced on Tuesday, March 17.
With construction done, the city will work closely with the Pitt Meadows RCMP moving in detachment equipment, and making preparations for operational readiness.
The current target operational date of the detachment is anticipated to be spring 2026.
“On behalf of city council, we are proud to see construction complete on this important community facility,” said Mayor Nicole MacDonald. “This detachment represents a significant investment in public safety and will support policing services that are customized to the unique needs of Pitt Meadows.”
The 19,000 square foot detachment at 12486 Harris Rd. includes modern amenities, a dedicated ground-level volunteer/flex space, and mass timber structural components in the lobby.
The project had a budget of $23.5 million, but the city has not yet stated whether it has been completed for that sum.
“Completing construction of the autonomous detachment is the result of years of careful planning, collaboration and community engagement,” said CAO Mark Roberts. “This facility provides the foundation needed to support independent RCMP operations and reflects the City’s long-term commitment to effective governance, operational readiness and enhanced public safety for our residents.”
In 2021, following an extensive review and public consultation process, the city received approval from the B.C. government to transition from a shared RCMP model with Maple Ridge to an autonomous detachment.
“We appreciate the city’s strong partnership in reaching this important milestone,” said Staff Sgt. and detachment commander Michelle Luca. “We’re excited to begin transitioning into the detachment and preparing for independent operations that will strengthen community safety and support responsive, community-focused policing in Pitt Meadows.”
The City of Maple Ridge council repealed the bylaw that allowed cost sharing between the two cities at a meeting earlier this month, and it will take effect on April 1.
“This bylaw will effectively terminate the cost sharing agreement, and they will be on their own, and we will be on our own,” noted Mayor Dan Ruimy. “And of course we will always be there to help each other.”