Organizational Vision
We will perpetuate a strong work ethic that fosters pride in ourselves, in our careers, and in our department. We will be a model agency, integrating the most suitable technology and proactively providing police services. Our values will be reflected in the decisions we make and the actions we take. Additionally, we shall consider our responsibilities and obligations as a vital measure for every action within our department.
We shall be attentive to the needs of Atherton by interacting, listening, and responding to our citizens. We choose to go the extra mile and take the extra time to provide special service with a personal touch for our community. In essence, we will have a readiness to do without being asked and to do more than would be asked.
We will treat one another with respect and dignity, and resolve issues openly in a timely manner. We will always give each other the benefit of the doubt, creating a working climate of genuine teamwork and conscientious support.
Core Values
We will constantly strive to attain the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
We will share ownership, as a team, for the outstanding service we provide to the community.
We will aspire to sustain a trusting work environment built upon dignity, courtesy, and mutual respect.
We will always remain accountable to one another, our department, and our community for our performance.
We will appreciate that the origin and responsibility for leadership rests within each of us in the organization no matter what our rank or position.
We will endeavor to respect and honor those who have come before us and the traditions they have established, and to set an example for those who will follow.
We will increase and expand our personal and professional growth through continued education and involvement in our community.
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