A. Crime Reduction
The Superior Police Department will strive for reduction of crime through traditional prevention programs focused on specific behavior, as well as programs aimed at the causative factors. Crime prevention programs will stress the role and responsibilities of the individual citizen in cooperating with the police to promote community security. Emphasis will be placed on short-range crime prevention methods such as highly visible directed patrol and field interrogation designed to discourage potential offenders. Officers have a responsibility to take decisive, positive action, either indirectly by referral or by directly identifying and correcting situations or hazards, which lend themselves to exploitation by the criminal element of society.

B. Criminal Investigation/Apprehension
The Superior Police Department will respond to calls for service that relate to suspected criminal activity. Many of the causative factors of crime are beyond police intervention or control and are not being dealt with adequately by other institutions in our society. Therefore, it is apparent that considerable effort must be devoted to such operations as detection, apprehension and conviction of offenders. Once a crime is committed, the Department will fully investigate, seek apprehension of the offender, seek recovery of property and participate in the subsequent judicial process.

C. Traffic Control
The Superior Police Department will provide for safe movement of traffic with emphasis towards control of traffic accidents. The Department will strive to control accidents and promote safety through uniform, fair enforcement of traffic laws and identification of causative factors.

D. Community Service
The Superior Police Department will be responsive to community needs and strive to resolve problems that effect the quality of life. The Police Department is an integral part of municipal government and will respond to service calls as priorities and resources allow.

E. Emergency Services
The Superior Police Department will provide emergency services in relation to accidents, medical emergencies, civil disorders and disasters. The Department is available on a twenty-four hour basis with sufficient mobility to deliver rapid response. The Department has a responsibility to supply trained personnel capable of providing emergency police services to preserve the life and personal safety of all persons, protect the community from criminal and irresponsible disruption, and provide for social order in times of disaster.

F. Training and Development
The Department embraces the concept that staff development and officer training must be a continuous priority to facilitate achievement of mission and goals.
 

Statement of Department Values:

A. The values of the Superior Police Department flow from the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.

B. The Superior Police Department is service oriented. We view the community as customers and see ourselves in a partnership role with the them.

C. Great value is placed on human life and human dignity, therefore commitment is made to:

1. Give first priority to situations which threaten  life.
2. Use force only when necessary.
3. Treat all persons with courtesy and respect.
4. Be compassionate and caring.

1. Communicate openly and honestly, both internally and with the community.
2. Consult and listen to those affected by police actions and decisions.
3. Understand the importance of community values and expectations.
4. The Department will investigate complaints against employees or procedures and will make appropriate corrections when wrong. The Department will defend employees and procedures when correct regardless of popular or political pressure.
5. Treat public equipment and property with respect and care.

1. Give high priority to crime prevention and community safety.
2. Allow officers greater use of discretion in addressing community problems.
3. Implement practices that afford greater contact between police and community groups.
4. Seek effective ways to ensure the collection of crime related information.
5. Manage resources in a manner that encourages creativity and productivity.

1. Respect and protect the rights of all citizens without regard to racial, ethnic or cultural differences.
2. Be knowledgeable of the law.
3. Obey the law.
4. Enforce the law.
5. Maintain confidentiality.

1. Give the best effort possible.
2. Have a vision for the future of the community and the agency.
3. Lead by example.
4. Meet nationally recognized law enforcement standards.
5. Recognize and reward good performance.
6. Train and develop employees to their highest potential.
7. Seek adequate resources to function properly.
8. Support and encourage each member to develop to their fullest potential.
9. Cooperate with other law enforcement and criminal justice agencies.

1. Enjoy the richness of cultural and ethnic diversity within the ranks and always treating each other with dignity.
2. Keep perspective and a sense of humor even under duress.
3. Balance our personal and professional lives.

1. Be honest and truthful.
2. Be consistent in beliefs and actions.
3. Hold to the highest standards of moral and ethical conduct in both professional and personal lives.
4. Serve as role models for the community.
5. Maintain a positive, can-do attitude toward those challenges encountered.
6. Cultivate the best characteristics in employees: Integrity, credibility, initiative, enthusiasm, competence, creativity, judgment and patience.

1. Work as a team.
2. Understand specific roles in achieving Department and City goals and objectives.
3. Share the responsibility to serve the citizens of Superior with many other agencies and organizations.
4. Recognize the Department is a resource to help the community.
5. Seek peace and resolve conflict in a positive manner.
6. Strive to understand those whose beliefs and opinions may differ from ours.

This code is used by:

• The Superior Police Department
  Archived 09/22/2003