TRYON POLICE DEPARTMENT

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Town of Tryon Vision

Making Tryon An Appealing, Livable, Harmonious Community

Town of Tryon Mission Statement

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life through:

* Sound leadership and fiscal responsibility

*Efficient delivery of high quality services

*Advocacy for community participation and involvement

*Preservation of our history and protection of our natural environment

*Support for economic development while maintaining a small town atmosphere

With courtesy, integrity, fairness, honesty, open communications and accountability.

POLICE DEPARTMENT MISSION

The Tryon Police Department is committed to enhancing the quality of life in our community by working cooperatively with the public and within the framework of the constitution to enforce the laws, preserve the peace, reduce fear and provide for a safe environment for all our citizens.

VALUES

* The Tryon Police Department's highest priority is the protection of life and property.

* The Tryon Police Department will respect and protect the rights and dignity of all persons and conduct all citizen contacts with courtesy and compassion.

* The Tryon Police Department will be fair and impartial in the enforcement of laws in our community.

* The Tryon Police Department will remain sensitive to the needs of the community in providing police services.

* The Tryon Police department will maintain the highest levels of integrity and professionalism in all its members and activities.

* The Tryon Police Department will involve the community in policing activities that directly affect the quality of community life.

* The Tryon Police Department recognizes the individual value of each member and will seek input from employees in matters of job satisfaction and effectiveness.