The mission of the Vestavia Hills Police Department is to protect and serve the public through proper police action.

The Department is committed to protecting and preserving the rights of individuals as guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States of America.

The Department believes that crime prevention is its primary responsibility, but aggressively pursues those who commit crimes.

The Department believes that integrity and professionalism are the foundation for trust in the community.

The Department is committed to an open and honest relationship with the community.

The Department is committed to the effective management of its resources in order to provide optimal service.

The Department is committed to participation in programs that incorporate the concept of shared responsibility with the community in the delivery of police services.

The Department actively solicits citizen participation in the development of police programs that have an impact on neighborhoods.

The Department believes that achievement of its greatest potential is attained through the active participation of its employees in the development and implementation of policies and programs.

In carrying out its mission, and considering its commitments and beliefs, members of the Vestavia Hills Police Department should cooperate as a team to make certain that the citizens of Vestavia Hills, Alabama are afforded the best service and protection possible. It should be the desire of every member to do his or her part in making the Vestavia Hills Police Department an organization of which he or she and every citizen of Vestavia Hills is proud.