MISSION

The mission of the City of Harrisburg Bureau of Police is to protect and serve the public with honor, integrity, and professionalism. We shall work in partnership with our community to keep Harrisburg City a safe place in which to live, work, and play.

VISION

The City of Harrisburg Bureau of Police will continue to provide professional service, community involvement, and departmental growth to provide a safe and enjoyable quality of life for all.

CORE VALUES

INTEGRITY

We uphold unwavering honest, transparency, and ethical conduct. We are committed to doing what is right, even in unseen moments, while treating every individual with dignity, fairness, and respect. We value diversity and deeply understand the concerns of the community we serve.

ACCOUNTABILITY

We take full responsibility for our actions and decisions, upholding the highest standards of professionalism while ensuring transparency and responsiveness to the community. We strive to foster respect, build a positive reputation, and bring merit to the community we serve.

PROFESSIONALISM

We uphold equal treatment for all, acting impartially and with justice, demonstrating unwavering conviction amidst adversity while prioritizing community safety and well-being. Our dedication, skill, and integrity define our commitment to protecting and serving with the highest standards of conduct, competence, and respect for the law.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Effectively investigate crime and reduce criminal activity

2. Promote traffic safety, enforce traffic-related statutes and ordinances, eliminate traffic hazards, and encourage safe driving techniques

3. Provide investigative assistance and support to other law enforcement and criminal justice agencies

4. Maintain up-to-date law enforcement information

5. Provide effective service in emergency situations

6. Ensure personal protection and security for the Mayor and other designated persons

7. Promote public awareness of crime reduction and traffic safety strategies and practices

8. Promote and represent the City as an attractive, quality environment to live, work and visit

9. Promote ways to improve community relations by maintaining the integrity and professionalism of the Police Bureau

10. Enforce all other state statutes and city ordinances