They aren't near there now aside from the Simpson St encampment. All the others are in the Intercity area or Port Arthur. Building at Miles Street doesn't guarantee any of them will move there.
Did you read the article? This isn't something that the chief of police wants. It is something that is being put on them by the new provincial/federal guidelines. All the chief is saying that if they are being mandated to have a marine unit, it will be a huge undertaking.
TaxedtodeathinTB why keep it operating when it constantly loses money and needed millions in capital for repairs? Tearing it down is saving money in the long term. Don't you want the city to save money for a change?
An all at-large system would be terrible. I love the idea of four wards with two council members from each ward. All at-large will just be a popularity contest and who can spend the most. Then add in that you will have 20+ people running, there is absolutely no way for everyone to make an informed decision.