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Our Mission
The mission statement of the Elwood Police Department is a written declaration of purpose, a road map that delineates how any agency will arrive at a desired destination and a contract with the community.
The purpose of the mission statement is to help police employees focus on the same goals and determine how to accomplish their purpose. It also focuses a Police Department's energies and resources.
Mission Statement
The mission statement is as follows:
The mission of the Elwood Police Department is to protect and serve the community we police in a legal, ethical and professional manner, using the community policing strategy, and engaging in problem-solving when appropriate.
Department Values
The management philosophy of the Elwood Police Department is based on the concepts of value-based leadership, participatory management, empowerment, customer service, and respect.
Thank You,
Fred W. Hayes
Chief of Police
Elwood Police Department
The mission statement of the Elwood Police Department is a written declaration of purpose, a road map that delineates how any agency will arrive at a desired destination and a contract with the community.
The purpose of the mission statement is to help police employees focus on the same goals and determine how to accomplish their purpose. It also focuses a Police Department's energies and resources.
Mission Statement
The mission statement is as follows:
The mission of the Elwood Police Department is to protect and serve the community we police in a legal, ethical and professional manner, using the community policing strategy, and engaging in problem-solving when appropriate.
Department Values
- We believe in the principles embodied in our Constitution, and recognize the authority of federal, state, and local laws.
- We believe in the dignity and worth of all people.
- We believe a disciplined department professional in both conduct and appearance is necessary to maintain public confidence.
- We believe we must maintain the highest standards of integrity and honesty in all our actions.
- We believe we are accountable to the residents of the community and each other.
- We believe our authority is to be exercised responsibly.
- We believe in managing our resources in prudent and productive ways.
The management philosophy of the Elwood Police Department is based on the concepts of value-based leadership, participatory management, empowerment, customer service, and respect.
Thank You,
Fred W. Hayes
Chief of Police
Elwood Police Department