[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 94 (Friday, July 9, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1346]
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                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO MILES STOTTS

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, July 9, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to rise and pay tribute 
to Miles Stotts of Pitkin County, Colorado. Recently, Miles announced 
his retirement from his position as Director of Natural Resources for 
Pitkin County. As he moves on in his career to undertake new 
challenges, I would like to take this opportunity to recognize his 
accomplishments before this body of Congress and this nation.
  In 1996, Miles came to Pitkin County, when he accepted a position as 
Manager of Construction overseeing the remaking of the county's 
landfill. Upon successfully creating one of the most ecological 
landfills in the state, he took a job as the county's Director of 
Natural Resources. This job required managing a wide variety of 
responsibilities for the county. During his tenure, he has been 
responsible for accrediting restaurants, preventing the spread of the 
West Nile virus, and monitoring septic systems, water quality and 
wildlife. One of his most significant achievements was overseeing the 
successful passage of the Wildlife Protection Ordinance, a mandate for 
bearproof garbage cans.
  Mr. Speaker, Miles Stotts has shown his commitment to the citizens of 
Pitkin County in his care for the environment. Miles leaves behind a 
legacy for his work as the Director of Natural Resources, and his 
oversight and leadership in developing the county's new landfill. 
Thanks for all your hard work Miles, and I wish you the best in your 
future endeavors.

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