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This day in Vancouver history: Jan. 28, 2002

Play money The Vancouver School Board has informed Lord Roberts Annex that its wooden play structure at the northwest corner of its school grounds will be demolished this summer as the structure will no longer meet safety codes.

Architects defend controversial design

High school program combines science, social studies and leadership

Developer, city disappointed at ruling that cancels social housing deal

Police chief’s legacy filled with gains and pains

Maple murder The park board lost no time replacing 17 young trees cut down along West 29th Avenue, Jan. 6.

Deputy Chief Doug LePard considering run for top job

Mayor Gregor Robertson and Coun. Geoff Meggs say the B.C. Supreme Court petition aimed at removing them from office is intended to damage them “politically and professionally under the protective cloak of absolute privilege.

Vancouver Police Chief Jim Chu is retiring from the VPD after 36 years. Chu became chief in August of 2007, replacing Jamie Graham. Chu will retire in the spring. Announcing my retirement after 36 yrs as @VancouverPD officer and 7.5 yrs as Chief.