§ 17-2. Same—Duties.

(a)

The broad functions of the police department are to prevent and control conduct threatening to life and property; to aid victims of criminal attack and protect individuals in danger of physical harm; to protect constitutional guarantees, such as the right of free speech and assembly; to facilitate the movement of people and vehicles; to assist those who cannot care for themselves, including the intoxicated, the addicted, the mentally ill, the physically disabled, the elderly, and the young; to resolve conflict between individuals, groups, or between citizens and the government; to identify problems that have the potential for becoming more serious problems for individuals, the police, or the government; and to create and maintain a feeling of security in the community.

(b)

The police department shall be empowered to enforce city ordinances and state statutes as appropriate, and to serve process.

(Ord. No. 94-143, § 1, 9-12-94; Ord. No. 94-155, § 1, 10-11-94; Ord. No. 95-133, § 1, 6-26-95)