Transparency & Service Records

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The Lifesaving Award

March & December 2022

Promoted to Patrol Sergeant

Sauk County Sheriff's Office - 2022

Promoted to Detective Sergeant

Minocqua Police Department - 2019

Promoted to Canine Handler

Minocqua Police Department - 2017

Matthew Tate's service records reflect a commitment to transparency and public safety throughout his career.

Matthew Tate - EVOC Instructor 

Emergency Vehicle Operations Course Instructor, certified since 2016, with comprehensive service records reflecting a commitment to maintaining high transparency in training standards.

Vehicle Contacts Instructor 

Certified since 2023 as a Vehicle Contacts Instructor and HRVC Instructor, Matthew Tate brings specialized expertise in vehicle stop tactics, officer safety, and instruction, ensuring clear service records and transparency in educational practices.

Incident Command Expertise  

Advanced & Intermediate Command System Training with an emphasis on transparent command protocols.

Investigations Experience  

DCI Drug Investigation School  

Criminal Investigations training emphasizing thorough documentation and transparency. 

Trauma-Informed Sexual Assault Investigations.

K-9 Expertise  

Completed a 287-hour Canine Handler Course with a focus on transparency in K-9 procedures.  

Attended multiple K-9 Street Survival trainings and canine handler conferences to enhance service records. 

Advanced scent-specific trailing training.

Leadership Development  

Wisconsin DOJ First Line Supervisor Program with an emphasis on leadership transparency.  

Additional leadership-focused training to improve service records.  

SWAT/Tactical Operations Training  

40-hour Basic SWAT Course with a focus on transparent operation protocols.  

Extensive Emergency Response Team (ERT) training and Tactical Emergency Casualty Care training.

Officer Matthew Tate does an excellent job when it comes to quality work. Tate is detail-oriented and understands what needs to be accomplished to secure a conviction through the court system. He achieves this by conducting thorough investigations, writing complete and accurate reports, knowing the law, and utilizing resources effectively. 

Tate is an extremely dependable and organized officer, consistently finishing his work in a timely manner with little to no supervision. His service records reflect his reliability to stay calm and make sound decisions in challenging situations.

Additionally, Tate has taken the time to mentor young staff, providing sound advice and guidance to help them grow in their roles.

Matthew Tate portrays a positive image of the Minocqua Police Department and the Town of Minocqua. He is extremely professional and polite when interacting with the public, embodying the transparency that fosters community trust.

Furthermore, he exceeds job requirements regarding availability to the department, voluntarily adjusting his schedule for training, drug investigations, and accommodating any necessary schedule changes.

Sauk County Sheriff's Office | 2020 - Present

Matthew Tate serves as a Patrol Sergeant, currently as a Canine Handler, and has a comprehensive service record as a Deputy. This experience emphasizes the Sheriff's Office commitment to transparency in law enforcement practices.

Minocqua Police Department | 2013 - 2020

During his tenure at the Minocqua Police Department, Matthew held the positions of Detective Sergeant, Canine Handler, and Police Officer, further building his service records in various roles.

Spring Green Police Department | 2012 - 2013

Before his time in Minocqua, Matthew served as a Police Officer for the Spring Green Police Department.

Other Leadership Experiences

Matthew has also contributed as a Field Training Officer, Emergency Vehicle Operations and Control Instructor, Vehicle Contacts Instructor, Driver's Education Instructor, and Substitute Teacher, showcasing his dedication to community safety and transparency in education.

Matthew Tate emphasizes the importance of transparency in maintaining service records.