CLEARLAKE, Calif. – Clearlake Police Chief Craig Clausen recently recognized outstanding members of his department, naming support staff, volunteer and officer of the year.
Clausen presented each recipient with a plaque commemorating the selection, which is made by all members of the department, at the Clearlake City Council meeting on Feb. 13.
Animal Control Officer Lee Lambert was named "Support Staff of the Year" for the second time.
Clausen said Lambert has been employed by the city for a number of years, holding several different positions. Lambert has served the city as a code enforcement officer and building inspector as well as being the city's "dog catcher."
"The reason the program works is because of Lee and his connections with the community," Clausen said.
"Volunteer of the Year" honors were received by Don Treble, who has volunteered his services since 2008.
Clausen said Treble has volunteered 2,361 hours, assisting with everything from community events to various incidents.
He said Treble also performs the department's sex offender registration compliance checks and serves the majority of the department's subpoenas.
Bobi Jo Thompson was named "Officer of the Year." Clausen commended her for being a team player and for her willingness to assist other officers, as well as taking on additional duties and patrol shifts.
Thompson has been with the department since May 2012.
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