[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 78 (Wednesday, June 5, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E804]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     THANKING RODRIC J. MYERS FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE U.S. HOUSE OF 
                            REPRESENTATIVES

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                          HON. ROBERT A. BRADY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 5, 2013

  Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the entire House 
of Representatives, today I pay tribute to Mr. Rodric J. Myers, 
Director of House Garages and Parking Security with the Sergeant at 
Arms. Rod has served this institution with distinction for over 40 
years, as an officer with U.S. Capitol Police and with the Office of 
the Sergeant at Arms. On June 14, 2013, Mr. Myers will retire from the 
House of Representatives. His capable guidance, trusted mentorship, and 
steady leadership have been invaluable assets not only to his staff and 
colleagues, but to every Congressional office.
  A native of Indianapolis, Indiana, Rod Myers joined the U.S. Capitol 
Police in June 1972. He began as a uniform patrol officer eventually 
working his way to an Administrative Specialist for the Capitol 
Division. Rod was responsible for nearly 100 officers, the daily roster 
assignment of those officers, all while still working active policing 
assignments outside of his administrative duties. His 29 years of 
service were marked by a remarkable attention to detail, devotion to 
the institution, and professionalism of the highest order.
  During Rod's tenure with the U.S. Capitol Police he had the distinct 
honor of working ten Presidential Inaugurations, 40 State of the Union 
addresses, and countless special events in between. Over the years, he 
met numerous dignitaries and heads of state, but as a loyal Dallas 
Cowboys fan, those meetings paled in comparison to greeting the Super 
Bowl Champions. As the U.S. Capitol Police administrative specialist, 
he knew this assignment needed his personal attention.
  On July 9, 2001, Rod was appointed Director of House Garages and 
Parking Security with the Sergeant-at-Arms. Over the last 11 years, he 
has worked tirelessly to strengthen parking procedures to enhance the 
safety and security of Members and staff Coordinating with the U.S. 
Capitol Police and the Office of the Attending Physician, Rod created 
comprehensive on-going training programs for all Garages and Parking 
Security staff, ensuring the House is prepared for any eventuality. His 
involvement in continuity and contingency planning with the Sergeant at 
Arms has been invaluable. He worked closely with the Committee on House 
Administration over the years, and will be sorely missed by our Members 
and Staff
  Rod Myers' deep and profound commitment to this institution is second 
to none. From the tragedy of September 11, to the anthrax scare, to an 
unprecedented earthquake, his gentle nature projected a sense of calm 
and assurance to all who encountered him. His leadership by example and 
ability to motivate are benchmarks in a long and distinguished career.
  Please join me in commending the outstanding service of Mr. Rodric J. 
Myers, to the Congress of the United States and congratulating him on 
his retirement. We wish you well in all your future endeavors.

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