The Meritorious Action Award recognizes members of the Police Service for exceptional performance of duty, community policing initiatives, or innovative initiative that enhances the image or operation of the Service.

In 2017, Sergeant Matt Hall began his role as the Community Mobilization Unit (CMU) Liaison Officer where he undertook the responsibility of being the Police lead for the Rapid Mobilization Table (RMT). RMT is a multi-agency approach to identifying and reducing acutely elevated risks in individuals, families and locations by ensuring wrap around services are accessible for the appropriate support agencies. two men in uniform holding award

Sergeant Hall applied for the role because he has a genuine interest in working with community members and community agencies in order to build positive relationships built on trust and understanding.

In his role as the CMU Liaison Officer on RMT, Sergeant Hall is responsible for reviewing referrals, preparing intervention recommendations, educating members of RMT on the role of Police and attending community information forums. It is evident that he has a sense of pride in the work that he does and his efforts to develop relationships with community partners have not gone unnoticed. He has successfully fostered positive relationships with social services support agencies, local business and community members.

HIs knowledge and understanding of the services and agencies within the City of Greater Sudbury including the appropriate contacts, agency mandates and corresponding programming is exceptional. Sergeant Hall is always willing to educate and mentor others to learn more about the services available. He promotes the concept of mobilizing the community to access the appropriate services which in turn reduces calls for service.

Sergeant Hall continuously demonstrates a commitment to enhancing service through his exceptional performance of duty. His dedication to championing community safety, security and well-being fosters positive relationships with community partners and community members.

Congratulations to Sergeant Matt Hall – this year’s recipient of the Meritorious Action Award.

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