The City of Whittier acknowledges its rich heritage as a community that is based upon respect for the worth and dignity of its citizens. A growing, dynamic and diverse community, it searches for ways of involving its citizens in programs and activities that inspire a sense of personal responsibility and pride. Both private and governmental initiatives offer opportunities for service that create the conditions necessary for harmony, cooperation between members of the community, civic renewal and improvement for the quality of life.

Whittier's Values

The Government of the City of Whittier requires a high degree of moral/ethical behavior by its members acting in any and all official capacities in carrying out their assigned responsibilities and in their personal lives to the extent that their behavior will not reflect negatively upon the City Government and will not interfere with the City’s efforts in carrying out its missions and goals; and

• Integrity is inseparable from ethics, but deserves special recognition. Integrity is that essential value that will facilitate adherence to a high degree of ethical/moral conduct; and
  
• Cooperation or teamwork is vital to the success of achieving the City’s missions and goals. The requirement of cooperation or teamwork extends to all City officials and employees, and the citizens of Whittier, who are, in reality, partners in government; and
  
• The City shall maintain and improve excellence in delivery of municipal services to the people of the community. This will necessitate continual review of the City operational and organizational considerations and the application of innovative methods to maintain and improve City services at reasonable cost levels; and
  
• The City cares for its employees. The City highly values the selection and retention of highly qualified, dedicated and loyal employees. To this end, the City shall endeavor to make all positions within the City challenging, interesting and rewarding.

PEOPLE, PRIDE & PROGRESS

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