[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 27 (Friday, February 14, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E215-E216]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   TRIBUTE TO U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS CIVILIAN DEPUTY COY MILLER

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                       HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO

                            of west virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 14, 2014

  Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the distinguished 
career of Coy Miller, Civilian Deputy of the United States Army Corps 
of Engineers, upon the occasion of his retirement. Mr. Miller's entire 
career is comprised of public service, dedication, and devotion to the 
Huntington Engineer District and the Great Lakes and Ohio River 
Division.
  After beginning his service to the Federal Government in 1978, Mr. 
Miller spent many years working throughout the Huntington District to 
develop and improve its waterways. As a result of his talent and 
valuable contributions, Coy was promoted to Civilian Deputy in 2003, 
and in the eleven years since he has been a consistent source of 
outstanding leadership and vision. Collaborative problem solving, 
discipline, and enthusiasm are just a few hallmarks of Mr. Miller's 
unique leadership style, which enable his team to provide the highest 
professional standards in delivering flood risk management for our 
communities and navigation solutions for our waterways.
  While serving as Civilian Deputy with the Huntington District, Coy 
has completed numerous projects that positively impact an untold number 
of West Virginia residents and businesses. Under his leadership, he 
successfully championed the Huntington District as the Great Lakes and 
Ohio River Division's Dam Safety Production Center, as well as 
established the district as the USACE's Dam Safety

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Modification Mandatory Center of Expertise. In addition, he oversaw the 
completion of two massive navigation projects: the Marmet Locks and Dam 
in Kanawha County and the Robert C. Byrd Locks and Dam in Mason and 
Cabell County, West Virginia.
  Recently, Coy's hard work was instrumental in obtaining USACE funding 
to implement renovations to the Huntington District's Federal Building 
in the city's downtown business district. The Huntington District also 
attributes Coy with its great achievements in financial performance, 
securing obligation values exceeding six hundred million dollars in the 
past three years alone.
  I have had the opportunity to work closely with Coy and have always 
appreciated his insight and willingness to share his wisdom with me for 
the betterment of the Second Congressional District as well as the 
State of West Virginia. It has been an honor to work with such a 
professional and I hope our paths cross again after his much deserved 
retirement.
  Coy Miller resides in Barboursville, West Virginia with his wife, 
Janeese. Together they have two sons. Mr. Miller is an active member of 
his community and is heavily involved in his church, Antioch Missionary 
Baptist, where he serves as deacon, Sunday school teacher, Team Youth 
Director, and Team Church Camp Director.
  Mr. Speaker, the State of West Virginia, our neighboring states, and 
indeed, the United States of America owe Coy Miller a tremendous debt 
of gratitude for his many years dedicated service. I am honored to call 
him a friend and fellow West Virginian.

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