Human Life
We value human life and dignity above all else. We treat all people
with courtesy and respect. We use force only when necessary. We are
compassionate and caring.
Integrity
We believe the public must have confidence, trust and faith in each of us.
Integrity is the basis for community trust. We are honest and truthful and
hold ourselves to high standards of moral and ethical conduct. We are role models
for our community. We are honest with the community we serve.
The Law & Constitution
We believe in the principles of our Constitution. We respect and
protect the rights of all citizens. We treat all persons fairly and without
favoritism. We are knowledgeable of the law, we enforce the law and we obey the law.
Excellence
Excellence is a journey, not a destination. We strive for personal and
professional excellence. We do our best and have a vision for the future. We
seek adequate resources to recruit, hire, train and develop our employees to their highest
potential. We conduct ourselves with dignity and lead by example.
Accountability
We are accountable to each other and to the citizens we serve; they
are the source of our authority. We communicate openly and honestly among ourselves
and with our community. We acknowledge our mistakes and are open to constructive
criticism. We manage our resources effectively. We thoroughly investigate
complaints against our employees.
Cooperation
We work as a team. We understand our role in achieving department
and community goals. We seek the help and cooperation of others. We seek to
resolve conflicts. We rely on community support and involvement. We work in
concert with others.
Problem Solving
We work to anticipate and prevent problems. We give a high priority to
preventing crime and helping citizens feel safe. We engage the community to solve
problems. We plan, analyze, and evaluate. We recognize that crime is a
community problem. We listen to problems and complaints with empathy and
sensitivity. We seek innovative solutions.
Our Employees
We are capable, caring people who are doing important and satisfying work
for the citizens and visitors of Hastings. We respect, trust, support and care about
each other. We enjoy our work and take pride in our accomplishments. We are
disciplined and reliable. We keep our perspective and sense of humor. We
balance our professional and personal lives. We have a positive "can do"
and "we care" attitude.
Our Community
We value our community, all of its citizens and visitors. We are
committed to the values of our community and improving the quality of life within
Hastings.
