The mission of the Auburn Public Safety Department is to promote and maintain a safe environment in all areas of the City. Through employee commitment to provide quality Public Safety services, the Department will strive to assure that the residents of Auburn feel safe in their neighborhoods and workplaces by:

• Maintaining strong codes enforcement and fire prevention for safe, durable structures for homes and businesses
• Providing well-trained and equipped police officers and firefighters
• Maintaining a quality emergency communication system to provide immediate response to citizen calls for service
• Conducting effective crime prevention and apprehension programs to maintain safety and a sense of security in the community