The City of Portage la Prairie is considering implementing a new policy to require a criminal background check and a vulnerable persons check for key positions. Councillor Brent Budz says the policy is currently in committee and will be brought forth for approval at the next council meeting. Budz notes this is a proactive move by city council as they recognize the need to identify those kinds of things while still respecting human rights. He says the process basically involves fine tuning and adopting what many organizations already do across the province and across Canada. Budz adds the new policy will be identified in certain positions where it's required, and it will apply to city employees.