goals of the police department

• Generates understanding about the nature and extent of crime and encourages public support for crime prevention
• Deploys forces to deter crime, inspire public confidence and promote a peaceful and crime-free environment
• Engages the criminal justice system once a crime has been committed
• Participates in the recovery of lost/stolen property. Identifies its owners and attempts its prompt return
• Enforces traffic laws, investigates accidents, and directs the safe movement of motor vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians
• Assists and advises the public in routine and emergency situations
• Hires personnel capable of providing the public with professional law enforcement and provides additional training
• Develops annual objectives which make efficient and effective use of its resources and plan for the future public needs of the community
• Seeks cooperative working relationship with other departments and agencies promoting public safety.