Michael Mathis is a sergeant.
The Longboat Key Police Department officer, who joined the department in 2023, was promoted by Police Chief Russ Mager. He replaces Lee Smith, who retired in late May. Mager described the responsibilities of a sergeant as the boots on the ground of the department, working most closely with officers daily.
Much of the police force gathered together in the conference room of police headquarters to congratulate Mathis on the promotion at a badge pinning ceremony July 14…