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RESOLUTION 6256 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA ADOPTING THE MOUNDS VIEW VALUES STATEMENT WHEREAS, in March of 2004, the City Council and Department Heads held a “Leadership – Planning – Team Building” retreat; and WHEREAS, the City Council and Department Heads discussed the past, present, and future and responded with a plan to address the challenges facing the City of Mounds View; and WHEREAS, The City Council and Department Heads developed a shared vision for success by agreeing on a Mounds View Values Statement, which reads: Mounds View Values Statement 1. Excellence and Quality in the Delivery of Services We believe that service to the public is our reason for being and strive to deliver quality services in a highly professional and cost- effective manner. 2. Fiscal Responsibility We believe that fiscal responsibility and the prudent stewardship of public funds is essential for citizen confidence in government. 3. Ethics and Integrity We believe that ethics and integrity are the foundation blocks of public trust and confidence and that all meaningful relationships are built on these values. 4. Treating Citizens with Respect We believe that citizens are to be treated with courtesy and respect and deserve the best services we can provide. 5. Open and Honest Communication We believe that open and honest communication is essential for an for an informed and involved citizenry and to foster a positive working environment for employees. 6. Cooperation and Teamwork We believe that the public is best served when departments and employees work cooperatively as a team rather than at cross purposes. 7. Professionalism We believe that continuous improvement is the mark of professionalism and are committed to applying this principle to the services we offer and the development of our employees.