[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 41 (Tuesday, March 8, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E227]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING CAPTAIN TIM CELLI

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 8, 2022

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Captain Tim Celli in celebration of his outstanding career in the 
Clearlake Police Department.
  Captain Celli was raised in Clearlake, California, attending Burns 
Valley Elementary School, Oak Hill Middle School, and Lower Lake High 
School. His interest in law enforcement began at an early age and led 
him to become a youth explorer in 1986. After graduating high school, 
Captain Celli joined the California National Guard in 1993, serving as 
a military policeman in the 649th Military Police Company.
  The next year, Captain Celli graduated from the police academy and 
began serving as a reserve police officer in the city of Waterford, 
California. In 1995, Captain Celli returned home to Clearlake and 
served as a reserve police officer and community service officer until 
1999, when he was promoted to a full-time police officer. In his new 
role, he served as patrol officer, detective, field training officer, 
narcotics agent, explorer advisor, and president of the Clearlake 
Police Officers' Association.
  In 2005, he was promoted to sergeant, supervising both the patrol 
unit and the Crime Suppression Unit, which was formed to address 
violent crime in Clearlake, California. In 2012, Captain Celli was 
promoted to Lieutenant, based on his excellent supervisory skills and 
his devotion to the community. In October 2015, Captain Celli took on 
the role of as interim chief of police, which he served as for over two 
years. In this role, he improved community engagement, introduced a 
dedicated traffic enforcement officer, addressed violent crime 
associated with illegal cannabis grows, and oversaw the department's 
response to numerous major fires.
  In addition to being a devoted officer of the Clearlake Police 
Department, Captain Celli is an active community member through his 
participation in the Lion's Service Club and a devoted husband to his 
wife, Amanda, who he has been married to for 24 years. Additionally, he 
has served as a coach of youth football, high school football, and 
youth wrestling in Lake County. Captain Celli is retiring after a 26-
year career in law enforcement.
  Madam Speaker, it is evident that Captain Celli has dedicated his 
life to the people of Clearlake through his public service. Therefore, 
it is fitting and proper that we honor him here today.

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