2014/04/23 Council Agenda Packet

' j Everett Fire Department Strategic Plan—2013 } Guiding Principles (Values) ' Guiding principles (values), as they pertain to the fire service, define what the organization ' considers to be appropriate and inappropriate behaviors. An organization's fundamental guiding principles define the organization's culture and belief system, thus providing a foundation in an environment that is always changing. The strategic planning team declared the following as the core values for the department. EFD Core Values The members of the Everett Fire Department value: ' • Safety—protecting our most valuable asset • Integrity—honest, trustworthy, and accountable ' • Service—providing for others before ourselves • Innovation—creatively adapting to change and opportunities • Respect—valuing cultures, traditions, and each other • Teamwork—working together to achieve our goals • Honor—inspiring each other through pride in our profession and excellence of character, recognizing that every action reflects on all our members ' • Bravery—overcoming fear through fortitude, instinct, and compassion for others 1 With the completion of its mission, vision, and core values, the EFD has established the organization's foundation for strategic planning. ESCI strongly recommends that every member ' empower themselves with these elements; they are the basis for accomplishing the organization's strategic initiatives, goals, objectives, and day-to-day tasks. Page 27