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Mission Statement

The City of Mount Rainier Police Department recognizes that strong community relationships are the heartbeat of effective policing. Community-Oriented Policing is not a standalone program—it is the guiding approach that shapes how we engage, respond, and serve every day.

Each employee of this department, sworn or civilian, plays a vital role in strengthening trust with our residents, businesses, and visitors. Every interaction matters. Whether on duty or off duty, members represent the City of Mount Rainier and are expected to honor their oath and uphold our shared values of integrity, equity, professionalism, and collaboration.

Our policies are built to support meaningful engagement and fair, consistent service. In line with the principles outlined in the Final Report of the President’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing (May 2015), our practices must reflect the expectations and needs of the community we serve and must avoid creating unequal outcomes across different groups. The protection of human life remains our highest priority, and we must guide every decision and action taken by our members.

All personnel are expected to exercise sound judgment, empathy, and accountability when carrying out their duties. Community partnership requires the courage to address challenges openly, confront unethical behavior, and work collaboratively with residents to solve problems and prevent harm.

Through ongoing communication, shared responsibility, and a commitment to problem-solving, the Mount Rainier Police Department affirms that Community-Oriented Policing is the standard for how we operate, how we engage, and how we build a safer, stronger city together.

Vision Statement

Through strategic innovation and purposeful goal setting, the City of Mount Rainier Police

Department is dedicated to delivering exemplary service to our community. We remain

committed to strengthening public trust, enhancing community partnerships, and pursuing

organizational excellence through professional development, disciplined practices, and

effective leadership.


S.E.R.V.I.C.E. Values

Selflessness — We prioritize the needs and safety of our community above our own, working

diligently to enhance the security and overall well-being of all residents of the City of Mount

Rainier.

Effort — We approach each workday with a focused commitment to reducing crime and

advancing positive relationships with those we serve. We uphold the highest standards of

performance and professionalism.

Resilience — We treat every individual with dignity and respect, seek assistance when

needed, remain attentive to the needs of others, and engage in continuous training to build

the resilience required in the policing profession.

Valuable — We recognize that every employee contributes meaningfully to the success of the

organization. We invest in comprehensive training and professional development to ensure all

personnel are equipped to excel.

Initiative — We actively collaborate with residents, businesses, and community stakeholders

to identify concerns, develop solutions, and implement programs that address the evolving

needs of our city.

Competency — We ensure, through thorough training and strong internal controls, that

employee performance reflects excellence and supports the long-term growth and

effectiveness of the organization.

Ethical — We conduct ourselves with unwavering integrity and principled decision-making.

We are committed to doing what is right, at the appropriate time, and in the proper manner.

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