City of Dayton Mission Statement

As stewards of the public trust, our mission is to provide leadership, excellent services, and participatory government to enhance the quality of life and sense of community for all who live, work, raise families, play, or conduct business in Dayton.

Vision

Dayton is a community where people choose to live, work, play, and raise families.
We serve as a regional leader and resource in offering cutting-edge services to our many customers.

Leadership Philosophy

We expect leadership qualities within each individual. We solicit each other’s input and incorporate it into decision-making processes. To perform at the highest possible level, we procure and utilize appropriate resources, equipment, and training. We treat each other with dignity and respect and expect each individual to operate by our values:

Core Values

Respect
We serve our citizens and one another with courtesy and dignity recognizing the impact our actions have on the quality of life now and in the future.  We value the diversity throughout our community and organization.

Integrity
We are honest and ethical in all of our dealings with each other and with the public.

Accountability
In the performance of our duties, we are individually and collectively accountable to citizens, customers, and stakeholders. We are competent, responsible, and dedicated to providing effective and efficient services.

Commitment to Excellence
We provide quality services with a continuing focus on customer value and financial performance. These services are provided with clear communication, cooperation, and teamwork.