The vision, mission and goals of the City of Hartford will be guided by the following core values:
INTEGRITY
Demonstrating honesty and sincerity in all of our dealingsUpholding only the highest ethical principlesMaking decisions that reflect the highest standards of transparency, proper stewardship and accountability of resources
TEAMWORK
Working in full cooperation and mutual support that inspires trust and respect to achieve a common goalProviding an atmosphere that encourages educated and informed employeesCreating a collaborative work environment that promotes sharing, creativity, and openness to new ideasContinually enhancing community partnerships to involve constituents in our decisions and initiatives
EXCELLENCE
Delivering every product and service of city government in an outstanding mannerDeveloping a quality workforce that reflects the community at-largeContinually seeking and implementing cutting edge procedures and technologies that improve our efficiency and productivity
RESPECT
Showing consideration or regard for all individuals or institutionsBeing courteous, tolerant and appreciativeAccepting individual differences
