100 Series - Organization

Question 1

Mission (old)

Answer 1

The mission of the Houston Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in the city of Houston by working cooperatively
with the public to prevent crime, enforce the law, preserve the peace, and provide a safe
environment.

Question 2

Mission (New)

Answer 2

We foster a healthy, professional, and compassionate Department that earns mutual trust with our community by providing the highest quality community-based policing and problem solving services.

Question 3

Purpose

Answer 3

We actively work with each other and our community to build a safe and thriving Houston for everyone.

Question 4

Values

Answer 4

Preserves and advance democratic values, improve the quality of community life, improve the quality of work life, and demonstrate professionalism.