Police Department

Mission Statement

Quality of life is an important value to the community of Corcoran. Citizens have the right to drive and walk safely on the streets of their city. Families have the right to feel secure in their homes and neighborhoods. Educators and children have the right to schools free of drugs and violence. Employers have the right to conduct business in a safe and secure environment.

The men and women of the Corcoran Police Department are dedicated professionals who have taken a sworn oath to protect the Constitutional rights of all individuals. Through partnerships with other law enforcement professionals and the participation of the citizens, the members of the Corcoran Police Department strive to provide contemporary and responsive services.

It is the mission of the Corcoran Police Department to serve as the capable guardian of our community through a commitment to pride, integrity, compassion, fairness, accountability and excellence, assuring and preserving the right to safe streets, neighborhoods, schools and businesses.

Organizational Philosophy

The organizational philosophy of the Corcoran Police Department reflects an attitude of shared department responsibility with all employees, both management and line staff, for the effective and efficient operation of our organization. With this in mind, it is incumbent upon each of us to participate in the decision-making process in a spirit of teamwork and group effort. Employees are encouraged to make recommendations that may lead to an improvement either in the delivery of police service or in the use of department resources.

Toward this end, a work environment which is pleasant and which encourages risk-taking is desirable. With our rapidly changing society, it is imperative that our organization takes a proactive approach to change and become an agent of change, rather than a passive participant in the process.

Management must be administered fairly and consistently, and should encourage autonomy among members of the department. All employees have an obligation to set the best example possible. This organizational philosophy should result in each employee sharing in the success or failure of department activities.