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PHONE (530) 346-2313
FAX (530) 346-6214

MAILING ADDRESS
PO Box 702
Colfax, CA 95713

CITY HALL
33 South Main St
Colfax, CA 95713

Vision Statement & Organizational Core Values

CITY OF COLFAX
Vision Statement

Adopted by Resolution 19-2005

 

ABOVE THE FOG and BELOW THE SNOW

The City of Colfax seeks to preserve a healthy, stable, and local economy, while embracing its rich heritage.

Our City values friendly neighborhoods, good schools, and Community organizations, which help create a distinctive town in which to live and work.  We value our historic architecture, rich rail history, abundant recreational opportunities and natural resources that enhance the quality of life in Colfax.

The City will continue to provide for a positive plan for growth, infrastructure, open space and alternative transportation opportunities for its citizens. The City of Colfax will govern in a pro-active manner ensuring the delivery of essential health and safety services.

We are confident we can meet the challenges of responsible growth in the future.

 

CITY OF COLFAX
Organizational Core Values

Adopted by Resolution 04-2017

 

Initiative – is taking independent action and/or creating opportunities to get the job done and prevent or resolve problems.

Respecting Differences – is understanding of the differences others bring as well as seeking and valuing others’ input.

Accepting Responsibility – is holding oneself accountable for one’s work or actions and striving for continuous improvement of the city’s overall effectiveness.

Service Motivation – is committed to serve the public and to meet the needs of customers, fellow employees and the city.  It means focusing one’s efforts on finding out and meeting the needs of others.  Shares information openly.

Adaptability – is the ability and willingness to adapt to and work effectively in light of new information, changing situations and/or different environments.