Values

The principles upon which we base our policing are:

Human Life
The protection of human life is our highest priority.

Ethics
We will demonstrate integrity and honor in all our actions.

Crime Fighting
Our efforts to address neighborhood problems will be based on a Partnership with the community.

Valuing People
We will treat each other with dignity and respect, protecting the rights and well-being of all individuals.

Loyalty
We will be loyal to the community, to the department and its members, and to the standards of our profession.

Open Communication
We will listen to one another's opinions and concerns.

Fairness
Our decisions will be based on common sense, and will be balanced, moral, legal, and without personal favoritism.

Diversity
We appreciate one another's differences and recognize that our unique skills, knowledge, abilities and backgrounds bring strength and caring to our organization.