It is the objective of the Parkesburg Borough Police Department to safeguard the lives and property of the people we serve, to reduce the incidence and fear of crime, and to enhance public safety. We will strive to develop positive relationships with our diverse communities and endeavor to improve the quality of life for all community members. Our mission is to do so by consistently demonstrating our values and conducting ourselves with the professionalism and ethical standards demanded by those we serve, while maintaining the public’s confidence and trust.

OUR VALUES

Honor: To demonstrate respect for others in word and deed, to deny self and promote the finest sense of justice possible for others.

Faith: To be absent of doubt in our mission; to protect and serve our citizens, while being certain that the lord will guide our efforts, knowing that our personal sacrifice is part of our calling.

Integrity: The firm adherence to a code of moral values, incorruptibility, and completeness. We will not sacrifice principles for expediency. We will keep our word; our actions will match our standards and beliefs; we will be authentic and therefore trustworthy.