[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 70 (Thursday, April 22, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E444]
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   IN RECOGNITION OF ANDREW SMITH'S SERVICE TO THE GREEN BAY POLICE 
                               DEPARTMENT

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 22, 2021

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, today I rise in honor of the career and 
service of retiring Green Bay Police Chief Andrew Smith.
  Chief Andrew Smith's career as a Police Officer began 33 years ago 
when he arrived in Green Bay from Los Angeles after having served 27 
\1/2\ years with the Los Angeles Police Department. Throughout his 
career, he held countless command level assignments in Media Relations 
and Community Affairs groups, Operations, and Criminal Gang Homicide 
Division. For those who are unfamiliar with Chief Smith's extensive 
career with the LAPD, you may recognize him from the popular true crime 
docuseries on Netflix: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel.
  During Chief Smith's time with the Green Bay Police Department, 
transparency was one of his top priorities. He gave regular updates to 
the public through the department's community update videos where he 
would address current events taking place throughout the Green Bay 
Area. During Chief Smith's tenure the Green Bay Police Department 
successfully grew, hiring 65 new police officers and swearing in 
approximately 190 officers.
  When the attacks against our men and women in uniform sparked 
national attention last summer, Chief Smith continued to protect and 
defend the Green Bay area. I commend his selfless service and 
dedication to the Green Bay Police Department and surrounding 
communities.
  Chief Smith is leaving behind a notable legacy that will be admired 
by generations of police officers for years to come. After retirement, 
Chief Smith and his family plan to stay in Green Bay and I am confident 
that he will continue to be a value add to Northeast Wisconsin. Chief 
Smith's dedication and selfless service to his community is deserving 
of the highest degree of recognition and honor. I wish Chief Smith and 
his family all the best in his retirement.

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