The chairman of the Winnipeg Police Board has resigned.

Kevin Klein, who is also a city councillor, cited interference from the city administration for his decision.

He says that made it difficult for the board to lead the police service effectively.

He says that the police force needs to "enact strategic and operational measures that ensure we continue to foster strong, respectful, culturally appropriate measures within the Winnipeg Police Service." Klein says the Police Board has been given clear legislative ability through the Provincial Police Act.

However, he says that throughout his tenure he "found that the legislative boundaries are seldom adhered to by the Civic Administration, making it difficult for the Board to lead the Service effectively."

Mayor Brian Bowman says councillor Markus Chambers will chair the board in the interim.