
Mission, Vision, & Values
MISSION
Elite, professional policing through protection, service, and education for those whom have empowered and entrusted us with their safety, preservation of property, life and liberty; respectfully delivered with compassion, commitment, and the utmost of integrity.

VISION
Guardians of Our Community – Providing service above self through smart, dynamic, modern, and compassionate policing.
VALUES
An Aransas Pass Police Department employee shall exemplify our core values: Honor, Commitment, Wisdom, and Compassion.
HONOR
Shown by virtue of integrity, trust, accountability, and one’s individual devotion to service above self.
COMMITMENT
The unyielding, steadfast dedication to the challenges incumbent upon our public service mission.
WISDOM
Shown through one’s astute and well-informed decisions and actions while constantly pursuing smart, dynamic policing.
COMPASSION
Caring for others during their times of suffering or misfortune, including holding a sincere level of concern and regard for those who would otherwise not reciprocate.
Chief's Golden Rule of Decision Making
1. It’s right for the team & mission and what I'd expect for a family member.
2. It's morally and ethically sound.
3. It's logical and reasonable.
4. I will defend it publicly even in the face of distrust or extreme opposition.