The mission of the Police Department is to deter crime and apprehend criminals;
maintain strong police-community relations and, to continually enhance the
training and expertise of each member of the police force. The goals of the
department are to identify criminal activity, pursue and apprehend criminal
offenders, and assist in the prosecution of known offenders. To maintain a
proactive patrol and investigation force and thus reduce the opportunity to
commit crime. To facilitate the movement of people and vehicles through
analysis and commitment of selective traffic enforcement resources. To
perpetuate a sound managerial environment that focuses upon Department goals and
provides for career development through training, advancement and reward for
exemplary performance. To instill public confidence in the agency by maintaining
a high degree of professionalism, dedication and expertise in the development of
police service.
