Policy Text
A. INTRODUCTION
Effective law enforcement depends upon a high degree of cooperation and respect from
the public that is served. The Police Department is the most conspicuous representative
of government and, as such, is a symbol of stability and authority upon which the citizens
can rely. We must be constantly mindful that the people with whom an officer comes
into contact are individuals with varying problems and emotions, but regardless of their
circumstances they are entitled to fair and courteous treatment by Police Department
employees. Proper conduct is not an additional duty imposed on employees, but is
inherent in the police profession. Since any neglect of or divergence from this standard
of conduct reflects unfavorably on the Department and fellow employees, it is incumbent
on all personnel to conduct themselves in an exemplary manner, maintaining the highest
standards of performance, efficiency and competence, which the citizens of our
Community expect and deserve.
The Rules of Conduct contained in this manual are promulgated in addition to the Village
of El Portal Personnel Rules, an existing labor agreement or both. They are adopted for
the administration, management, discipline and disposition of employees of the El Portal
Police Department.
The Rules of Conduct of the El Portal Police Department, including any subsequent
additions, deletions, corrections, or modifications are made applicable to all employees of
the Department unless stated otherwise. In the event of a breach of discipline, it shall be
presumed that the employee had knowledge of and was familiar with any rule, order or
directive of the Department. Violation of any rule may result in disciplinary action.
These Rules of Conduct supersede all other previous Rules of Conduct.