The mission of the Horseheads Police Department is to preserve the rights of the citizens and reduce the fear in the community through the prevention of crime, the protection of persons and property, maintenance of order in public places, and the anticipation and response to events that threaten public order, life and property.

It is essential that all members of the Horseheads Police Department remember that in the execution of their duties that they act not for themselves or any one person, but for the good of the public. They shall respect and protect the rights of individuals and perform their duties with honesty, zeal, courage, discretion, impartiality, fidelity and sound judgment.