Policy Text
A. POLICY
1. Law enforcement effectiveness requires that actions of public employees be
impartial; that government decisions and policies be made in the proper channels
of government structure; that public office not be used for personal gain; and that
the public have confidence in the integrity of its Police Department. The purpose
of this Code is to establish ethical guidelines of conduct for all Department
employees by setting forth those acts or actions that are compatible with the best
interest of the Village of El Portal and its citizens.
2. The adoption of this Code of Ethics will, with cooperation, improve the attitude
and practices of our employees; minimize injustice or the perception of injustice;
and heighten public confidence in our local government, institutions, positions,
and people. All members of the El Portal Police Department are required to abide
by this Code of Ethics.