January 15, 2011

The Newsletter of the Virginia Association of Counties

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2011 General Assembly begins; look for Capitol Contact

on Tuesdays and Thursdays

The General Assembly convened on Jan. 12 to begin its 2011 session,which will last for 46 days and deliberate on issues of local governmentconcerns, including tax, state budget, education funding, pension fundingand other public policy matters.

VACo will continually provide updates during the session throughCapitol Contact and its newly created General Assembly Page.

Please ensure that the county administrator and members of the boardof supervisors are receiving Capitol Contact. Please send Gage Harteryour best e-mail address. VACo will continue to release its newsletter,County Connections, on the first and 15th of each month.

Capitol Contact is published every Tuesday and Thursday. In addition,VACo will provide county officials with legislative alerts when local actionis needed and talking points on many items before select committees.

Please check our Web site, especially the General Assembly andTalking Points pages, often to get the latest information and bill updates.Be sure to read the County Message to the 2011 General Assembly.

• Jan. 12: General Assembly convenes at noon • Jan. 21: Deadline for filing bills.• Feb. 3: VACo / VML Legislative Day in Richmond.• Feb. 6: House Appropriations and Senate Finance committees presenttheir budgets • Feb. 8: Cross-over day: Each house completes work on its own legisla-tion except for the budget • Feb. 16: Each house must complete work on budget bill and revenuebills of the other house and appoint conferees • Feb. 21: Last day for committee action on legislation • Feb. 22: Budget conference committee to produce its report • Feb. 24: Budget bill conference report available at noon; last day to putbills in conference • Feb. 26: Adjournment • April 6: Veto session

Gov. McDonnelladds more

components totransportation

plan

By Larry Landlland@vaco.org

At a news conference held this lastFriday, Gov. Robert F. McDonnellannounced several new components ofhis $4 billion, three-year plan to significantly improve Virginia's transportation system.

Chief among the new initiatives isa proposal to dedicate 0.25 percent ofthe "discretionary" sales tax revenuesgenerated within Hampton Roads andNorthern Virginia to transportationimprovements in those regions. This"rededication" of sales tax revenues,according to the governor, will generatea combined $140 million each year forprojects in those two areas of the state.

The governor also announced plans

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Will the GeneralAssembly adoptmandate relief thisyear?... Page 4

Fairfax ChairmanSharon Bulova talksabout her and thecounty’s prioritiesfor 2011... Page 3

Visit TazewellCounty and theSandy HeadOstrich Farm...Page 5

VACo seekscounty supervisorsand executivestaff... Page 8

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Fairfax County continues to be agreat place to live, work, and play,despite the challenges we all face. In2011, I will be working toward achieving several goals that will make agreat Fairfax County better.

I outlined these goals on Jan. 13 inmy State of the County address. I wasjoined by my colleagues on the Boardof Supervisors and I discussed theissues we will face this year. It is as acohesive Board that we are able toeffect positive change and best serve ourconstituents.

My goals for 2011 include continuing to encourage the right kindof growth in the right areas, promotingclean and sustainable energy, identify-ing economic development opportuni-ties, and investing in transportation.

As Fairfax County continues togrow, it is important that we get it rightby encouraging growth where it can besupported by mass transit in compact,walkable mixed use developments. Thiswill allow growth to happen in a waythat protects the environment, our olderstable neighborhoods and offers anotherlifestyle choice that is desirable for allour residents.

Fairfax BOS chairman Sharon Bulova talks about herand the county’s priorities for 2011

By Sharon BulovaFairfax County BOS Chair

Our vision for transforming Tysonswill be the model for future smartgrowth in Fairfax County. Residentswill see development advance duringthe next year as a result ofComprehensive Plan changes in Tysons,Merrifield, Springfield and other redeveloping parts of the county.

In 2011, I will make encouraginginnovation and collaboration for energythat is clean, sustainable and secure apriority. Energy efficiency is critical forindustry to remain competitive inFairfax County; it is also the right thingto do.

In November, I announced myintent to form a Private Sector EnergyTask Force that will work with ourcounty staff and my office to identifystrategies to realize progress towardmeeting our energy goals.

In addition to clean energy, I willbe working with our corporate neighbors in identifying and fosteringthe emergence of new industry sectors,such as personalized medicine andtourism. Together with our businesscommunity we can build a new econo-my in Fairfax County, and emerge fromthe Great Recession stronger than ever.

And lastly, improving mobility inFairfax County that incorporates multi-modal options for our workersand residents will be a top priority for

2011. We must continue to plan for andinvest in pedestrian and bike routes,light rail, Metro, and the VRE, andensure they connect to offer efficientmobility options.

Fairfax County offers a great quality of life. The most importantingredient in making that happen is thepositive engagement of our community.I extend my warmest wishes for theyear ahead as we work together to realize its promise.

Sharon BulovaChairmanFairfax County Board of Supervisors

Click here for more information onChairman Bulova’s State of the CountyAddress.

Great food and even better discussion anddebate on the budget and upcoming GeneralAssembly session was served at the EssexCounty Annual Dutch Treat LegislativeDinner. The Jan. 5 event was held atLowery’s Seafood Restaurant inTappahannock.

Pictured (left to right) are Essex SupervisorE. Stanley Langford, Jr.; Essex AssistantCounty Administrator and EconomicDevelopment Director Linda E. Lumpkin;State Sen. Ryan T. McDougle; Essex CountyBoard Chairman Edwin E. “Bud” Smith, Jr.;State Del. Albert C. Pollard, Jr.; State Del.Harvey B. Morgan; and Essex SupervisorMargaret H. “Prue” Davis.

Photo courtesy of the Northern Neck News

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Henrico County Chief of PoliceCol. Henry W. Stanley, Jr., a fixture ofHenrico County's Division of Police fornearly a half-century, has announcedhis retirement from the division effective April 8.

Stanley joined Henrico Police as apatrol officer on Dec. 1, 1962, risingthrough the ranks to become chief onAug. 1, 1995.

"Chief Stanley has demonstratedtireless commitment to public safety inHenrico, and his effective leadership hasbeen a hallmark of this county formany years," said County ManagerVirgil R. Hazelett, P.E. "We will sorelymiss him and the level of excellence hehas demonstrated in commanding ournationally accredited Division ofPolice."

Stanley, whose service withHenrico Police predates the use offlashing lights on the force's vehicles -they first were installed in 1964 - hasseen the division become a nationallyacclaimed force with some 800 personnel, including more than 580sworn officers, and a total annual budget of more than $65 million.

Henrico Police Chief Col. Henry W. Stanley, Jr. to retire"On the first day of my

employment as a patrol officer, I knewlaw enforcement would be my lifetimecareer," Stanley said. "I am especiallyproud of the opportunity to leadHenrico Police as its chief. Every member has contributed to the successof this agency and I feel fortunate tohave been a part of this outstandingteam of professionals.

"I will greatly miss those withwhom I have served over the years," hesaid. "I am confident that the membersof Henrico Police will continue our tradition of providing exemplary serviceto all."

Under Stanley's leadership,Henrico received the Certified CrimePrevention Community designationfrom the Virginia Department ofCriminal Justice Services in 2002.

The division has received multipleaccreditations from the internationalCommission on Accreditation for LawEnforcement Agencies and the VirginiaLaw Enforcement ProfessionalStandards Commission.

An emphasis on community policing has seen the development of

initiatives such as the Citizens PoliceAcademy and the Henrico PoliceAthletic League.

"The leadership of CountyManager Virgil Hazelett and each member of the Board of Supervisorscontributed to the success of HenricoPolice," Stanley said. "They are committed to providing outstandingpublic safety to our citizens."

Stanley earned a bachelor's degreefrom Virginia CommonwealthUniversity. He is a graduate of the FBINational Academy, the FBI NationalExecutive Institute, the SeniorManagement Institute for Police andthe Police Executive Leadership School.

Will General Assembly adopt mandate relief this year?

The 2011 General Assembly holdsthe promise of some relief to local governments from the burden of statemandates.

Of major significance is HJ 604(Surovell), a constitutional amendmentthat allows counties and cities containing at least two-thirds of thestate's population to adopt resolutionsto repeal any state law or regulation.

If the resolution passes this session,it would have to be adopted again bythe 2012 General Assembly beforebeing submitted to the voters forapproval.

HJ 604 is modeled on the so-calledRepeal Amendment to the U. S.Constitution that is the legislative priority of Speaker of the HouseWilliam Howell and was highlighted in

By Ted McCormacktmccormack@vaco.org

his speech at VACo's annual conference.Legislation calling for a

constitutional convention to add thespeaker's amendment to theConstitution has also been introducedin the current session.

Responding to a recommendationof Gov. Robert McDonnell'sCommission on Government Reformand Restructuring, HB 2319 (Byron)and SB 1382 (Stanley) expands the current process by which state agenciesassess the impact on local governmentsof the mandates they administer.

The bill requires the assessmentprocess to include a determination ofthe value of the mandate in relation tothe required or intended output ordesired result using a cost-benefit analysis and "other performance-basedmetrics."

Another bill, HB 1854 (Dance),requires that a fiscal impact statement

to each affectedlocality accompanyall mandatesimposed after July 1,2011.

Such a statementmust also identify thefunding source forthe mandate.

HB 2376(Habeeb) requires theVirginia Department of Social Servicesto eliminate any of its mandates relatedto office space and facility requirementsimposed on local departments of socialservices.

HJ 687 (Habeeb) is also a constitutional amendment that allowsthe General Assembly to suspend ornullify any or all portions of anyadministrative rule or regulation byjoint resolution agreed to by a majorityof the members elected to each house.

Del. Kathy Byron

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Visit TazewellCounty and theSandy HeadOstrich Farm

Features ratites (ostrich and emus), birds, and llamas. You can tour and purchase ostrich leather products, ostrich oil soap, andostrich meat to take home. Also offers u-pick flowers and vegetables and picnic facilities. The farm hosts its annual OstrichFestival on the third Saturday in October. Stroll through the annual Mountain Meadow Maze (grass maze) May-August.

Farm ToursOstriches, emus, rare and unusual chickens. Safe, fun, educational experiences. Group tours: schools, scouts, church groups,tour groups Birthday partiesA unique way to celebrate with friends! Smoked Ostrich & Turkey SticksEasy to carry on hikes, bicycle rides, or when hunting or fishing! High in protein, only 1 gram of fat, just 50 calories.Virginia Birding and Wildlife TrailFrom red-tailed hawks to snapping turtles and cardinal flowers, enjoy nature’s beauty on our relaxing trails.Gift ShopUnique handcrafted items, including decorated egg shells, ostrich shell candles, wreaths and sprays, egg shells and plumes,feather dusters, and ostrich oil soap. Stock up on delicious, low-fat ostrich meat! Gift Shop Hours: 1-5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday Tour TimesOpen to the public 1-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, weather permitting. Closed January and February. Other times by appointment only. $4 admission.

Contact information: Sue Carr, owner and operator; suecarr@netscope.net; 276.988.9090;Location: Route 61 (6 miles east of Tazewell); Tazewell, VA 24651

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Mark Your Calendars

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2011 NACo Legislative ConferenceMarch 5-9

Virginia Institute of GovernmentSpring 2011

Second Wednesday Series

We are pleased to announce the titles for our Spring 2011 Second Wednesday Series, which will begin in March.

• March 9, It’s Showtime! Delivering Effective Presentations • April 13, Teamwork Skills & Group Dynamics: Achieving Success Together• May 11, Business Writing Basics: Write it Right• June 8, Creating a Quality Culture: Going from Good to Great

Seats available at a new low price! Cost: $75 (includes lunch and materials). Time: 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.Place: University of Virginia Richmond Center, located off I-64 and Parham Road. Parking is free.On Site Training: If it is more practical for your organization, we can bring the training to you. Just send us an email or giveus a call.Contacts: Billie Easton at bee2u@virginia.edu or Danika Mansfield at dgm9h@virginia.edu or call us at (804) 371-020. Visitus at www.coopercenter.org/institute.

10th Annual NewPartners for SmartGrowth: Building

Safe, Healthy andLivable Communities

Feb. 3-5Charlotte, N.C.

Presented by the LocalGovernment Commission

www.NewPartners.org

Click here for Informational Flyer

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Virginia Tech's Accelerate Virginiacampaign is working to assess the current availability of high-speedInternet in our state by asking citizensto contribute data about their Internetconnections through a simple onlinespeed test.

This data will be used in combination with other sources todevelop a map of available Internetservices in Virginia that will identifyareas that are well served, underserved,and unserved by broadband providers.

The FCC's National BroadbandPlan states that regardless of income orlocation, every American, every school,and every business needs to have accessto affordable broadband services.Broadband has become the foundationof the American economy and the platform required for innovation andopportunity.

Broadband is the essential infra-structure which supports the promotionof economic development, educationaland occupational opportunity, advancedhealthcare, increased safety, securityand quality of life. Unfortunately, manycounties in Virginia have limited accessto broadband services.

Without access to affordable broadband telecommunications communities are at a competitive disadvantage. Identifying areas that arein need of broadband is the first steptowards maximizing investment inbroadband infrastructure.

In order to collect a statistically significant sample size, the Accelerate

County participation needed for statewide broadband initiative

Virginia campaign is seeking participation from a variety of commu-nity anchor organizations and local government agencies across the state.

Franklin County was the first toengage in a partnership for a localizedspeed test campaign and AccelerateVirginia is offering guidance to anyother county organizers who also wishto run a campaign to encourage theirresidents to take speed tests.

If your county is interested in partnering with the Accelerate VirginiaCampaign, please contact ProjectManager Jean Plymale at (540) 231-2270/(540) 231-8490/vplymale@vt.edu.

Accelerate Virginia team memberswork with officials to develop effectiveplans for spreading awareness of theimportance of broadband Internet andencouraging use of the speed test.

Customizable communicationsresources, including fliers, brochures,and press releases, are available.Through the Accelerate Virginia campaign, citizens have a uniqueopportunity to impact the future ofbroadband in our state. High-speedInternet has revolutionized the way thatinformation is transmitted.

Serving as a comprehensive technology unrivaled in its scope,broadband efficiently performs all ofthe functions of the printing press, thetelephone, and the television.

With capabilities that are rapidlyevolving, broadband has proven itself asthe technology of the future.

Communities that do not take theinitiative to expand broadband servicesnow will be playing catch up for yearsto come.

Rural Caucus Reception and DinnerFeb. 2, Richmond Marriott, RichmondRegistration Form

VACo Board of Directors MeetingFeb. 3, Richmond Marriott, Richmond

VACo/VML Legislative DayFeb. 3, Richmond Marriott, RichmondLegislative Day flyer

VACo Upcoming EventsChairperson's InstituteFeb. 3-5, Richmond Marriott, RichmondChairperson's Institute flyer

VACo Board MeetingMay 1, Wise County

VACo Resolutions CommitteeJune 24, Place TBA

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VACo seeks county supervisors and executive staffinterested in serving on steering and operational committees.The steering committees consider proposals from membercounties for inclusion in VACo’s legislative program. Theyalso provide direction to the VACo staff on policy issues arising from legislative and state agency studies. Steeringcommittee members are selected from each of VACo’s 13regions. Committees also include several members appointed at-large. The operational and ad hoc committeesare responsible for helping direct the staff in the activities,programs and functions of VACo.

VACo Committee Interest Form

Attendance will be expected of committee members at the VACo Annual Meeting, and other committee meetings during the year. VACo asks that committee members or the counties they represent assume responsibility for travelarrangements and costs associated with attending committee meetings. Appointments are made each year by the president of VACo. If you are interested in being considered for an appointment, complete this form and return it toVACo, 1207 E. Main St., Suite 300, Richmond, VA 23219-3627, fax 804-788-0083.

County officials who serve on committees need to submit this form to be reappointed to a committee in 2011.

name____________________________________________________________________________________________

title_____________________________________________________ county___________________________________

address__________________________________________________________________________________________

phone_______________________________________ e-mail_______________________________________________

STEERING COMMITTEES

______ Administration of Government

______ Community Development and Planning

______ Compensation and Public Safety

______ Education

______ Environment and Agriculture

______ Finance

______ Health and Human Resources

______ Transportation

OPERATIONAL COMMITTEES

______ Budget & Finance

______ Conference Planning

______ Nominating

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to provide a tax credit to shippers thatuse barge and rail for the transport ofcargo as an alternative to trucking onhighways.

He also would like for the state toissue tax incentives to encourageemployers to allow teleworking foremployees. Under this plan, an employ-er would be eligible for a credit of up to$1,200 per teleworking employeedepending on the number of days permonth the employee will telework.

Gov. McDonnell also plans to pressahead with the privatization of ABCretail operations, which, he says, willgenerate an additional $300 for theTransportation Infrastructure Bank.

Nearly 900 projects that will befunded though the Governor's transportation initiative. The completelist of projects can be found at this site.As an example, the list includes projectsthat will:• Widen I-66 from Gainesville toHaymarket as well as the installation ofan active traffic management system onI-66 to dynamically control lanes toreduce congestion.• Make major interchange improvements along I-64, I-81 and I-95,in Frederick, Augusta, Stafford, andLouisa Counties.• Invest in Washington Metro,Hampton Roads Light rail, and othertransit providers, including VirginiaRailway Express (VRE) to extend toSpotsylvania County.

The governor also intends toreform VDOT and other transportationagencies in ways that will improve efficiency and save money. Some ofthese reforms will require legislation.

Other initiatives announced for thefirst time by the Governor on Fridayincluded:• Allocations from the RailEnhancement Fund for use as matchingfunds for federal grants to support railprojects.• Transfer administration of the motorvehicle rental tax from the Departmentof Motor Vehicles (DMV) to theDepartment of Taxation.• Providing a tax credit to employers

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for expenses incurred in allowingemployees to telework in accordancewith a signed telework agreement. Anemployer would be eligible for a creditof up to $1,200 per teleworking employ-ee depending on the number of days permonth the employee will telework.• Amend the powers and duties of theCommonwealth Transportation Board(CTB) by clarifying that local roads incounties outside the state secondaryhighway system are local roads, and notpart of the state system, increasing thelimitation on contract values that theCommissioner and Director of theVirginia Department of Rail and PublicTransportation (VDRPT) may let, elimi-nating the duty of CTB to regulate out-door theatres, providing for the updat-ing of the Statewide TransportationPlan every four years instead of five,and repealing the section of the Code ofVirginia that allows CTB to designateits employees as special police officers.• Amend the powers of VDOT'sCommissioner that will provide moreflexibility with respect to managementof agency personnel, reduce projectcompletion times, and streamlinereporting requirements.

All major funding proposals willrequire the General Assembly'sapproval. Continual updates about thestatus of the multiple bills containingthese proposals will be providedthroughout the 2011 session in CapitolContact.

Last December in Roanoke at the

Governor's Transportation Conference,Governor McDonnell has alreadyannounced the following major components of this transportation funding plan:• Create a Virginia TransportationInfrastructure Bank and capitalize itwith a total of $400 million, $150 million of this sum would come from aprojected budget surplus, and the other$250 million would be derived fromunspent cash reserves that were discovered during an audit of VDOTthat was completed last September.The Governor's goal is for the $400 million in initial deposits to grow to $1billion within three years throughinvestment earnings.• Amend the Code of Virginia for theauthorization of Direct GARVEE*bonds. This would allow Virginia toissue at least $1.1 billion in directGARVEE bonds and utilize "toll credits" for a state match.• Accelerate the sale of bonds from the2007 legislation (HB 3202, Howell) to amaximum of $600 million per year fora total of $1.8 billion for the remainderof the McDonnell Administration.• Propose a constitutional amendmentto permanently prohibit money in theCommonwealth Transportation Fundfrom being transferred to the GeneralFund.

More information about all aspectsof the governor's transportation fundingproposals are available at Virginia'sSecretary of Transportation Web site.

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Employment ads are edited due tospace considerations.

To view the full versions, visitwww.vaco.org and click on the employment link on the top left corner.

Chief of Emergency MedicalServices/Essex County The Essex County Board of Supervisorsseeks a dynamic, experienced EMS pro-fessional to serve a lead role in the for-mation of our new EMS agency. Thesuccessful applicant will play a key rolein the design and implementation of avolunteer and/or paid agency to servicea rural community of 10,000+ resi-dents; we are located less than an hournortheast of Richmond. EMT-P, FireFighter I and II, and extensive experi-ence required. Salary dependent uponqualifications. Full job description avail-able at the Office of the CountyAdministrator, 804-443-4331, dwhit-low@essex-virginia.org. Resumes andproof of current certifications must besubmitted no later than noon Feb. 14.

Fire Marshal/Goochland CountyThe Goochland County Fire-RescueDepartment seeks a highly qualified,self-motivated individual to perform theduties of Fire Marshal. Excellent bene-fits package includes participation inthe Virginia Retirement System, vaca-tion, sick leave, group life insurance andmedical insurance. Position open untilfilled. Salary Range-$45,071-$67,776.A Goochland County EmploymentApplication is required for considera-tion of this position and is available at(804) 556-5831 and online atwww.co.goochland.va.us. All applica-tions are to be submitted to theGoochland County HR Office, 1800Sandy Hook Road, P.O. Box 10,Goochland, Virginia, 23063. For moreinformation, please call (804) 556-5304.

Graphic Design-Web Specialist/Chesterfield County Public SchoolsClosing: Jan. 25, 2011Details: Full-time position; salary grade38

Application ProceduresApplicants (including ChesterfieldCounty Public Schools employees)should apply with an online applicationat chesterfieldk12.va.us and submit acurrent resume to Francine Bouldin,Director of Human Resources/Personnel, Chesterfield County PublicSchools, P.O. Box 10, Chesterfield, VA23832. No faxes will be accepted. Allinformation must be submitted by 4p.m. in the Human Resources office nolater than Jan. 25, 2011. Applicationmaterials submitted via the pony couriersystem and received after the positionclosing date and time will not be con-sidered. Contact Information: FrancineBouldin, (804) 768-7542,francine_bouldin@ccpsnet.net.

Payroll Clerk/Alleghany CountyAlleghany County is accepting applica-tions for a Payroll Clerk. Successfulapplicant will be required to perform afull range of recordkeeping and payrollprocessing activities. Qualificationsinclude a general knowledge of pay-roll/personnel practices (local/stategovernment payroll/personnel experi-ence is a plus), principles and proce-dures with the ability to adopt the afore-mentioned principles to a computerizedpayroll system; and keyboard skills andknowledge of word processing andspreadsheet programs. For a copy of thejob description and application, pleasecontact the Alleghany CountyAdministrator’s Office at 540-863-6600.Starting salary of $8.50 - $12.50 perhour DOQ. Applications should be sub-mitted to John Strutner, AlleghanyCounty Administrator’s Office, 9212Winterberry Avenue, Covington,Virginia 24426.

Zoning Officer/Middlesex CountyMiddlesex County seeks an individualto serve as Zoning Officer under thedirection of the Director of CommunityDevelopment. Primary responsibilitiesinclude: Deputy Zoning Administratorwith emphasis on the administration ofthe Middlesex County ZoningOrdinance including delineating

Wetlands and Resource Protection Areabuffers; aiding zoning applicants withinterpretation of applicable regulations;reviewing and approving regulations ofzoning permits and enforcing theZoning, Subdivision, County Code,Wetlands Ordinance and the Erosionand Sediment Control Ordinance.Salary dependent on qualifications withhiring range of $25,000-$33,000.County application required and avail-able from the County Administrator’sOffice, 877 General Puller Highway,Saluda, VA, 804-758-4330, or on theCounty’s Web site,www.co.middlesex.va.us. Send complet-ed application to: Marcia Jones,Assistant County Administrator, P. O.Box 428, Saluda, VA 23149. Positionopen until filled.

Building Inspector/SouthamptonCountyWe are seeking an experienced con-struction inspector to perform fieldinspections of residential, commercialand industrial facilities for compliancewith the Virginia Uniform StatewideBuilding Code, Virginia Erosion andSediment Control laws, and theSouthampton County StormwaterManagement Ordinance. Should pos-sess the equivalent of a high schooldiploma and considerable experience inthe building construction trades.Starting salary: $34,547. Submit letterof interest, resume, salary history andwork-related references to: Beth Lewis,Director of Community Development,P. O. Box 400, Courtland, VA 23837;(757) 653-3015. Review of applicationswill begin Jan. 24. Position open untilfilled.

Executive Director/West PiedmontPlanning DistrictSALARY: Negotiable DOQ/DOE (+)benefits. Submission deadline: 5 p.m.,Feb. 15. WPPD conducts area-wideplanning programs in econ dev, trans-portation, land use, hazard mitigation,environmental mangement, other

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local/regional needs including grantwriting, statistical research, and GISservices. Agency serves as admin agentfor Metropolitan PlanningOrganization. Degree in urban/regionalplanning, public administration, orrelated field; advance degree desirable.Minimum 5 years experience in plan-ning or public administration in region-al, local government, or private sector.Full ad can be found atwww.wppdc.org. Submit resume withcover letter/salary history to: WPPDCExecutive Director Search Committee,P.O. Box 5268, Martinsville, VA 24115.

Assistant County Administrator/Southampton CountyWe are seeking an experienced, dynam-ic leader to provide executive-level man-agerial support to the CountyAdministrator and to advise and super-vise assigned department heads in theirdaily operations. The successful candi-date must be able to work in a complex,fast-paced environment, and have theability to function both independentlyand as a team player. He/she shouldpossess the equivalent of a bachelor’sdegree in public administration, busi-ness administration, planning, or arelated field, with at least five years ofprogressively responsible experience ina comparably-sized locality. Startingsalary in the mid-60’s, DOQ. Submitletter of interest, resume, salary historyand work-related references in confi-dence to: Michael W. Johnson, CountyAdministrator, P. O. Box 400,Courtland, VA 23837; (757) 653-3015.Review of applications will begin Jan.24. Position open until filled.

County Administrator/Louisa CountyThe Louisa County Administrator isthe Chief Administrative Officer for agrowing county of 33,000 citizens andover 500 square miles in the heart ofCentral Virginia. Louisa County is anaward-winning county and a destina-tion location for outdoor enthusiasts,boaters and fishermen. In addition toagri-business, wineries, and forestry;

Louisa County also features an airpark,aquatic center, active Chamber ofCommerce and fully accredited publicschools. For complete details, pleasevisit our Web site at www.louisacoun-ty.com.

Chief of Police/Town of MountJacksonSeeking experienced and progressivelaw enforcement executive to replaceretiring chief. Lead police departmentof four sworn officers.Position appointed by Town Counciland functions as member of manage-ment team reporting to the TownManager. Compensation: DOQ/DOEplus benefits. FLSA-exempt position.Applications available at the Town ofMount Jackson, P.O. Box 487, 5901Main Street, Mount Jackson, VA 22842or at mountjackson.com. Completedapplications are due by 4 p.m. on Jan.28.

Assistant County Attorney/Gloucester CountyFull-time opportunity for experiencedAttorney with proven work history inlocal government environment or otherrelevant experience. Duties includeadvising various County boards, agen-cies, and offices on legal matters andrepresenting the County in court whennecessary. Must be a member in goodstanding of the Virginia State Bar.Salary range $60,436 - $90,654/yr. Weoffer an excellent benefit package andcompetitive salary – commensurate withexperience. For details interested candi-dates should visit us online atwww.gloucesterva.jobs. Position openuntil filled.

Director of Public Works/Town ofAppomattoxSALARY: DOQ/DOE (+) benefits. TheTown of Appomattox (pop. 1,761) isseeking to fill the full-time position ofDirector of Public Works. Applicationsand a complete job description are avail-able at the Appomattox Town Office,210 Linden Street, PO Box 705,Appomattox, Virginia, 434-352-8268 ore-mail fguill@appomattoxva.gov. DMVissued driving record must accompany

your application. The position remainsopen until filled. EOE

Director of Human Resources/Albemarle CountyFull-Time, 12 MonthsThe Director of Human Resources isresponsible for providing strategic lead-ership, management and direction ofthe human resources functions, includ-ing but not limited to recruitment andselection, classification and compensa-tion, employee training and organiza-tional development, employee benefits,safety and wellness programs.SALARY: $85,826-$137,320/annualbased on background and experienceDEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:Jan. 21, 2011APPLY:External Applicants:Apply online at www.albemarle.org Please submit cover letter and resumewith online application.Application terminals are available atthe Albemarle County Office Building401 McIntire Rd.Charlottesville, VA 22901 Internal Applicants:Please submit cover letter and resumeto Davra Miller, Human Resourcesdmiller@albemarle.org

Economic Development Coordinator/Town of AshlandSALARY: Starting Range $43,861-$58,489 DOQ/DOE (+) benefits.The Town of Ashland seeks an experi-enced professional to coordinate activi-ties related to economic development,expansion, recruitment and retention inthe rapid growth I-95 corridor in theRichmond metro area. Work involvesthe production of confidential, compre-hensive, and customized proposalsusing a variety of media. The individualmaintains information on competitivebusiness assistance programs, economictrends, demographics, labor, etc.Submit resume to: Town of Ashland,Wanda Cornwell, Assistant to the TownManager, P.O. Box 1600, Ashland, VA23005 or via e-mail at wcornwell@town.ashland.va.us. Info atwww.town.ashland.va.us. Open untilfilled.

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Executive CommitteePresident: Robert R. Adkins, Wise County President-Elect: Barbara A. Favola, Arlington County1st Vice President: Catherine M. Hudgins, Fairfax County 2nd Vice President: John D. Miller, Middlesex County Secretary Treasurer: Harrison Moody, Dinwiddie CountyImmediate Past President: Donald L. Hart, Jr., Accomack County

StaffExecutive Director: James D. Campbell, CAEDeputy Executive Director: Dean A. Lynch, CAE General Counsel: Phyllis A. Errico, Esq., CAE Director of Administration: Vicky D. Steinruck, CPA Director of Communications: Gage HarterDirector of Governmental Affairs: Ted McCormack, AICPDirector of Member Services: Carol I. CameronDirector of Policy Development: Larry J. Land, CAEDirector of Technical Services: John N. Kandris, A+, ACT, CCAGovernment Relations Liaison: Beau BlevinsAdministrative Assistant: Pricilla Wallace VACo Risk Management Programs: Chris Carey, Administrator,(888) 822-6772

VACo exists to support county officials and to effectively

represent, promote and protect theinterests of counties to better serve

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