We are equally committed to the four “basics”
of policing:
Crime Prevention –
Our primary function is to prevent crime. Officers must be
in the right places, at the right times, doing the right things. Officers
are encouraged to have a sense of “ownership” for their
zones. We need to employ directed tactics rather than depending on random
patrol to solve neighborhood problems.
Crime Control – When crime
does occur, we are committed to responding appropriately. We always
attempt to conduct thorough and complete investigations. We analyze
crime and constantly shift resources as needed to respond to emerging
trends.
Community Involvement – As a
department, we realize that we cannot address crime problems in this
community alone. We have a duty and a responsibility to involve members
of the community in matters that impact upon the quality of their lives.
We constantly work to renew and develop new community bonds to ensure
that the people most impacted by crime have a voice in identifying and
resolving problems in their neighborhoods.
Fair and Equitable Treatment –
Finally, all members of our department are committed to the goal of
earning and working to maintain the public’s trust. We strive
to treat everyone with the respect and dignity they deserve.
Our department is ever-changing along with our city.
We heartily embrace the challenges and opportunities that come with
these chances. We have set high expectations for ourselves, and what
we can collectively achieve.
If you are interested in learning more about our city
or our department, I encourage you to contact us today, or look through
the rest of the Police web pages for information on volunteering, our
Explorer Program for young adults interested
in law enforcement, and other areas of community interest.
Brenda Davis-Jones
Chief of Police
