Value Statement

In furtherance of our mission, it is the responsibility of all members and employees of the New Paltz Police Department to perform their duties in a manner that ensures we adhere to our values.

• Accountability: We understand the authority and responsibilities that accompany our duties and are committed to excellence in our personal performance, professionalism and service we provide.  We are accountable for everything we do, to each other and most importantly to the people we serve.
• Compassion: We care deeply about our community.  We will serve compassionately and in a manner that is always mindful of the humanity and dignity of the people of our community.
• Inclusiveness: We will promote an organizational culture of inclusivity, providing a genuine atmosphere of safety for the entire community regardless of identity. We will strive to create a department that is reflective of the community it serves.
• Integrity: Our success depends on the trust and confidence of the people we serve; to maintain legitimacy we must continuously model behavior that is beyond reproach and reflects the integrity of police professionals.
• Problem Solving: We are most efficient when we work with the community to identify and solve problems. We believe in organizational and community teamwork, mutual support and open communication to ensure effective police services in our community. Engaging our community and working together on collaborative solutions demonstrates responsiveness while fostering trust and legitimacy.