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Public Safety

The Public Safety Department consists of Police, Fire and Dispatch. The Public Safety Director oversees the daily operation of the three divisions, a police major and fire major direct specific activities. The Police and Fire Departments are located at Town Hall. Telephones are answered 7 days a week, 24 hours a day and residents can get access to the Police Department 24 hours a day at Town Hall.

Telephones
Emergency 911
Public Safety Information – 753-1053
Public Safety Director Craig Ford – 753-1053
Police Major – Matt Rice – 753-1053
Fire Major – Phil Fritts – 753-1047

MISSION STATEMENT

The Jonesborough Department of Public Safety will commit its resources in partnership with the community to promote a safe and secure environment, free from crime and the fear of crime, to maintain order, and provide for the safe and expeditious flow of traffic, while practicing our core values of integrity, respect, service, and fairness.

MISSION

To unite with our community in order to enhance a peaceful and valued quality of life in which the public feels safe and secure from crime, social disorder, and circumstances which compromise their safety and well being.

VISION

United in a spirit of teamwork, the Jonesborough Department of Public Safety will be an open, friendly, and community-minded organization devoted to quality public service, unyielding in purpose, and dedicated to live by values reflecting a genuine desire to care for the safety and well being of the public.

INTEGRITY

Integrity is the hallmark of the Jonesborough Department of Public Safety. We are committed to the highest performance standards, ethical conduct, and truthfulness in all relationships. We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and take pride in a professional level of service to all.

RESPECT

We trust all persons in a dignified and courteous manner, and exhibit understanding of ethnic and cultural diversity, both in our professional and personal endeavors. We guarantee to uphold the principles and values embodied in the constitution of the United States of America and the State of Tennessee.

SERVICE

We provide quality service in a courteous, efficient, and accessible manner. We foster community and employee involvement through problem-solving partnerships.

FAIRNESS

We treat all people impartially, with consideration and compassion. We are equally responsive to our employees and the community we serve.


Town of Jonesborough
Phone: 423.753.1030
123 Boone St. Jonesborough, TN 37659
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