The City of Walnut Creek, working in partnership with the community, is committed to enhancing our quality of life by promoting:

• A positive environment where people can live, work and play;
• A vibrant local economy to enhance and sustain long- term fiscal stability; and
• A progressive workplace where dedicated employees can make a difference.

Our Values

We aspire to achieve our mission and vision by incorporating those values that help our community and each of us to realize our highest potential emphasizing:

• Respect
• Integrity
• Excellence
• Teamwork
• Creativity

Our Vision

A balanced community meeting tomorrow's needs while protecting the quality and character we value today. We strive to accomplish this by:

Enhancing the quality of community living, providing:

• A safe, attractive community
• Protected natural resources and quality
  neighborhoods
• Diverse cultural and recreational opportunities
• Desirable balance of opportunities for living, working and playing
• Responsive and user-friendly City services
• Housing to meet diverse community needs
• Programs and services that meet community needs
• Safe streets and efficient transportation systems
• Reliable and effective infrastructure
• Citizens engaged in actively shaping our collective future

Promoting a vibrant local economy, including:

• A spirit of partnership with the community
• A thriving, first-class and varied regional business
  center
• A safe, accessible and attractive physical environment

Being an employer of choice by:

• Creating an exciting, fulfilling and accountable work environment
• Supporting creativity, innovation and risk taking
• Promoting learning and growth opportunities
• Attracting and retaining employees who are committed to excellence and service
• Actively recognizing and appreciating individual contributions