February 1, 2011

The Newsletter of the Virginia Association of Counties

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ActionVACo members, please call now to support important budget amendments proposed in the House and Senate.

Key InformationLocal support is needed to reverse the reversion of state aid to localities that hasgrown to $60 million annually.

Talking Point• Local governments have seen state funds dwindle for constitutional officers, jails,Comprehensive Services Act (CSA) services and aid to local libraries.

Please call your respective members on Senate Finance Committee and ask them tosupport Item 473.10 #1s sponsored by Sen. Louise Lucas.

Key ContactsSenate Finance Committee: Colgan (Chairman), Wampler, Stosch, Houck,Howell, Saslaw, Quayle, Norment, Hanger, Watkins, Miller, Y.B., Marsh, Lucas,Whipple, Reynolds---ActionBelow is a list of amendments that need your immediate attention. They are ineither the Senate Finance Committee or the House Appropriations Committee.Please contact your legislator to address these amendments.

Key Information• Restoration of the local composite index hold harmless - without restoration 92localities will be negatively impacted by the loss of state funding. Amendmentsrestore $55-$58 million annually.Senate: Item 132 1s (Quayle), Item 132 2s (Marsh) and Item 132 3s (Reynolds andPuckett)House: Item 132 2h (Tata and Carr), Item 132 5h (Carr and McClellan), 5h, Item132 6h (BaCote, Abbitt and Poindexter)

Be on the lookout for thesebudget amendments

By Dean Lynchdlynch@vaco.org

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VACo staff comments on

final AOSS regulation

By Ted McCormacktmccormack@vaco.org

As part of the ongoing effort tostrengthen state oversight of alternativeonsite sewage systems, VACo staffrecommended 10 specific changes tostrengthen the proposed final AOSSregulations in a Jan. 10, 2011 letter tothe Virginia Department of Health.

This was done during the publiccomment period for those regulationsthat began on Dec. 6 and closes Feb. 4.

The proposed regulations, whichwere published in the edition of TheVirginia Register (Vol. 27, Issue 7),signal the end of a comprehensiverewrite of the Commonwealth's rulesgoverning these alternative systems thatbegan in 2009.

VACo staff has been involved inthat process from the very beginningwith the initial development of theemergency regulations that are now ineffect.

The principal focus of VACo's comments was the need for the localhealth department to keep affectedcounties aware of any violations of thenew environmental performance standards for AOSS, as well as anyongoing efforts by the state to correctsuch problems.

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Thank you VAComembers for yourefforts during the2011 GeneralAssembly session... Page 4

U. S. Communitiesoffers new food distribution contract... Page 2

Visit CumberlandCounty and theBear Creek LakeState Park...Page 5

Virginia LocalTax Rates, 2010now available...Page 7

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U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance is pleased to announcethat its lead public agency, North Carolina State University, has awarded a newFood Distribution and Related Supplies and Services contract to Premier Inc.Premier was awarded the competitively bid contract which provides for food service program solutions, delivered in conjunction with the alliance's food servicedistributor, US Foodservice.

Learn More: Food Service Webinars

U.S. Communities will be conducting weekly webinars for registered agencies. Signup for a webinar by clicking "Register Now" below:

New Contract BenefitsPremier along with US Foodservice provide the following advantages to U.S.Communities participating agencies:• Aggressive distribution program through US Foodservice • Over 190 active Contracted Manufacturer Agreements (CMAs) providing discounts up to 20 percent on over 32,000+ products • Immediate savings on national branded products covering multiple quality tiers• Covers full complement of broad line food service categories including dry, frozenand refrigerated grocery; center of the plate; dairy/milk; disposables; smallwares/equipment; chemicals and produce• Operational incentives based on drop size, accounts payable, new business • Wellness, sustainability & cost management components throughout the program

Click "Contact Premier" to hear from Premier Foodservice.

U. S. Communities offers new fooddistribution contract

It's not too early to start thinking about showcasing your best com-munications work and determining your entries for the 2011 NACIOAwards of Excellence competition.

Please plan now to submit your entries. An official 2011 NACIOAwards of Excellence Call for Entries will be sent out within the nextfew weeks. VACo will publish the registration form in CountyConnections.

Please note that the 2011 deadline for entries will be April 15.

PIOs encouraged to enter NACIO competition

Give your county programs andemployees national recognition byapplying for a NACo AchievementAward.

The Achievement Award programis noncompetitive and recognizes innovative county government programs that have achieved results.

Application forms and programsummaries must be postmarked by Feb.11. For more information on the application process, click here. Or callKathryn Murphy • 202.661.8806.

Begun in 1970, the annualAchievement Award Program is a non-competitive awards program thatrecognizes innovative county government programs.

Each application is judged on itsown merits and not against other applications received. Awards are givenin 21 different categories including children and youth, criminal justice,county administration, environmentalprotection, information technology,health, and many more.

For a full list of categories andmore information on the applicationprocedures, please see the applicationmaterials here.

Please click here to be directed tothe online application form. All application materials must be postmarked by Feb. 11.

For common questions about theAchievement Award program, pleaseview the Frequently Asked Questionsdocument.

Is your countydoing great

things? Enter the NACO

AchievementAwards

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The Virginia General Assembly has issued a joint resolution commending the Virginia Certified CountySupervisor Program--an endeavor of the Virginia Associationof Counties (VACo) in partnership with Virginia CooperativeExtension. The resolution also encouraged all county supervi-sors in Virginia to participate in the 18-month training pro-gram to enhance their leadership and decision-making skills.

"We are thankful that the Virginia Senate and House ofDelegates has recognized how the Virginia Association ofCounties and Virginia Cooperative Extension have workedtogether to bolster community viability efforts and provideleadership education to Virginia's local leaders," said BrianCalhoun, associate director of community viability forExtension.

In 2005, Virginia Cooperative Extension developed thecurriculum for the County Supervisor Certification Programfollowing requests by VACo members for more in-depthknowledge about local government operations. So far, fiveclasses have completed the program.

"After six years, the program continues to be popularamong supervisors," said James D. Campbell, executive director of VACo. "I've been told several times that earning acertification is somewhat like earning a master's degree.Supervisors have commented that the course work is just aschallenging and the completion of the program is just asrewarding. I'm proud that VACo and the Virginia CooperativeExtension have been able to grow the program into somethingspecial."

The certification program provides an overview of thebasic issues, expectations, and practices associated with serving as a county supervisor, as well as detailed informationabout local government. Both Extension staff members andcontracted personnel provide the training.

Each participant completes five core courses featuringboth classroom instruction and self-directed learning on

Virginia General Assembly commends county supervisor certification program

leadership development, duties and responsibilities of publicofficials, community planning, local government finance, andcollaborative governance. Participants also select three elective courses on topics such as conflict resolution and dispute management, team building, technology in local gov-ernment, decision-making, and intergovernmental relations.

Extension's community viability program also providesleadership development opportunities for local leadersthrough the Innovative Leadership: Building CommunityConnections program, which encourages participants tobuild leadership skills, increase awareness of communityissues, network with other leaders, and become moreengaged in community, civic, and governmental activities.There are no requirements for participants to hold electedoffice, and the program is flexible enough to meet community and participant needs.

The full text of the senate joint resolution commendingthe County Supervisor Certification Program is availableonline. For more information about the program, contactJames Campbell, executive director of VACo, at (804) 343-2500. Click here to register for the next certification course.

Join us for VACo/VML Legislative Day 2011Feb. 3 at the Richmond Marriott

For the 21st year, the Virginia Association of Counties and the Virginia MunicipalLeague are joining forces to co-sponsor Legislative Day on Feb. 3 at the RichmondMarriott.

Gov. Robert F. McDonnell has accepted our invitation to be the keynote speaker.Also, VACo and VML staff members will report on legislation affecting local governments, then local officials are encouraged to go to the state Capitol to participate in committee meetings and lobby state legislators. In the evening, localofficials are strongly encouraged to invite their state legislators to dinner.

Here's the registration form. Also, attendees can register at the event.

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Virginia is updating its RuralTransportation Consultation Processesdocument. Rural local officials whohave transportation planning interestsmust submit their review and commentson the draft document no later thanMarch 25.

Once every five years, state depart-ments of transportation are federallyrequired to formally review and solicitcomments on the effectiveness of thestatewide rural transportation consultation process and any proposedchanges for improving the process.

The document presenting the recommended rural consultationprocesses is available for review andcomment here.

The 2006 Virginia transportationrural consultation processes documentalso is available for reference and/orcomparison purposes here.

The primary focus of the January2011 draft document is consultation

The 2011 General Assembly session is in high gear and we here atVACo are doing what we do best--representing your interests.

We're happy to report that we'veenjoyed some key early successes, likewhen VACo sent out a Capitol ContactALERT! detailing our opposition to SB1277 (Obenshain). You took action andthe senator eventually removed hisproblematic bill from the docket of theSenate Health Care Subcommittee. Hedid this in part because members of thesubcommittee were inundated with callsand e-mails from VACo membersexpressing opposition.

To this and other similar situations,we thank you for being a part of thelegislative process. By responding quick-ly and effectively to our Capitol ContactALERTS!, your voices of support oropposition do make a difference.

There's another sticky bill that we'd

Thank you VACo members for your efforts during the2011 General Assembly session

like to address. As many of you know,VACo strongly opposes HB 1588(Iaquinto). This bill would shift the burden of proof in real estate tax assess-ments from a citizen or corporation tothe local government, creating a danger-ous and costly precedent. The valuationprocess used by local government asses-sors is developed through well docu-mented, market-based methods whichare completely open to the taxpayerupon request. In fact, taxpayer access toassessment information was strength-ened just last year in the 2010 Session.

If you aren't aware of this bill,please read VACo's talking points onHB 1588.

We want to thank the more than 20counties that have contributed funds insupport of consultants specially hired tofight this bad bill. Your assistance ismuch appreciated. We're hopeful morecounties will join the fight and

contribute to the process.Again, we thank you for making

the opening of the 2011 GeneralAssembly session a success. We have along way to go, but it's good to start offstrong.

We look forward to seeing you forVACo/VML Legislative Day on Feb. 3.Gov. Robert F. McDonnell has acceptedour invitation to be the keynote speaker.

Comments sought on the draft 2011 RuralTransportation Consultation Processes

with non-metropolitan local officials inthe Virginia Department ofTransportation (VDOT) andDepartment of Rail and PublicTransportation (DRPT) planning andprogramming of highway, transit, andpassenger rail improvements in statelong range transportation plans andshort range transportation programs.

Proposed revisions include, but arenot limited to, discussion on:

• Virginia's transportation oversightboards and agencies, including theCommonwealth Transportation Board,VDOT and DRPT

• The development of the Six YearImprovement Program (SYIP), includ-ing specific roles for rural transportationofficials in developing urban, secondary,and/or specialized VDOT programs

• The DRPT coordination with theSYIP, including DRPT's coordinatedhuman service mobility plans andOnline Grant Administration system

• The Rural TransportationPlanning Program, and the development of Regional Long RangePlans, including Transit DevelopmentPlans, in Planning DistrictCommissions with rural areas

Please provide your written comments on the proposed consultationprocess so that they are received by nolater than March 25 at statewideplan@VDOT.Virginia.gov.

Questions regarding this requestshould be directed to Darrel S. Johnsonat (804) 371-8868 or Darrel.Johnson@VDOT.Virginia.gov.

VDOT anticipates an updated document on the Rural TransportationConsultation Processes to be availablein March or April.

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Bear Creek Lake State Park islocated less than an hour west ofRichmond and nestled in the heart ofCumberland State Forest. It is the perfect getaway for the outdoor enthusiast.

Activities center on the park's 40-acre lake complete with a boatlaunch, fishing pier, boat rentals andswimming beach. The park offers camping, cabins, a meeting facility, anarchery range, lakeside picnicking,playgrounds, hiking and access to a 14-mile multi-use trail in the state forest.

The park is surrounded by the16,000-acre Cumberland State Forest.Four small lakes in the state forest aremanaged by the Department of Gameand Inland Fisheries for recreationalfishing. A network of forest roads withand without gates enables great hiking,mountain biking and nature observation.

Click here for Web site and information.

VisitCumberlandCounty and

the BearCreek LakeState Park

Source and Photos: Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation

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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 e-mail 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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The 29th annual edition of this important reference book contains detailedinformation on tax rates and fees in all of Virginia's 95 counties and 39 cities. Also,there is information for all of the state's 36 large towns and for 113 of the remaining 154 smaller towns.

The study is based on a comprehensive survey conducted by the Center forEconomic and Policy Studies at UVA's Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service.

As local governments struggle with the fiscal aftermath of the Great Recession,now is the time to review state statutory restrictions and to examine local sourcesof revenue in comparison to what other localities are doing.

Such analysis is made easy by this 396-page publication that contains explanatory text for each source, 38 text tables, 67 detailed tables, and 5 charts.Also included is an overview of local government taxation including text andgraphics. To order Virginia Local Tax Rates, 2010 open this link.

Virginia Local Tax Rates, 2010Now Available

By John L. Knapp, Ph.D. and Stephen C. Kulp

Published in cooperationwith the Virginia Municipal League and the Virginia Association of Counties

On Feb. 14 at 4:30 p.m., educationadvocates will hold a rally at theVirginia Capitol near the bell tower.

The rally will be in support ofincreased state funding for K-12 education.

Currently, state funding for education is lower than it has beensince FY 2007. Moreover, Gov. RobertF. McDonnell's budget amendmentsreduce state funding for public education despite approximately $400million in surplus revenue.

Local officials are urged to attendthe rally and to encourage others intheir communities to take part.

Further, this rally will present agood opportunity to visit your local delegates and senators at the GeneralAssembly building.

Sponsors of the event include theVirginia Association of Counties, theVirginia Municipal League, the VirginiaAssociation of School Superintendents,Virginia First Cities, the Virginia ParentTeachers Association and the VirginiaSchool Boards Association.

Education Rallyat Virginia Capitol

By Beau Blevinsbblevins@vaco.org

Virginia Cooperative Extension restructuring updateDear Colleagues,

As many of you know, the discussionsinvolving Virginia Cooperative Extensionrestructuring are being met with significantopposition from various stakeholders. Therestructuring process has been an attemptto develop an organizational structure thatmeets the needs of Extension clientelewithin an environment of diminishingresources. However, it is clear that variousstakeholders want to be much moreengaged in the planning process. In fact,this contentious situation is leading somestakeholders and employees to questionVirginia Tech's commitment to Extension.

Therefore, in consultation with Dr.Steger, the decision has been made toimmediately suspend the work of the VCErestructuring implementation teams, so thatwe can step back and begin a process inwhich internal and external stakeholderscan be more engaged. We will be askingour partners to be further engaged in thisprocess and assist us in our mandate fromthe General Assembly to restructureExtension.

I recognize and I am very appreciativeof the efforts that many of you have devoted to this issue, and I am confidentthat your ideas and past efforts will be very

useful in developing a process to move usforward.

Our goal is to develop an Extensionsystem that meets the present and futureneeds of all Virginians while recognizingthe reality of reduced state support. We arecommitted to a collaborative process thatengages our many stakeholder groups aswe accomplish this task.

Sincerely,Alan Grant, Ph.D.Dean of the College of Agriculture andLife SciencesVirginia Tech University

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• Restore $9.4 million in FY 2011 and 2012 to reinstate the Line of Duty Act as a 100 percent state supported program.Formerly a state funded program, the FY 2011 budget shifted 100 percent of funding for the program to local governments.Senate: Item 258 1s (Puckett and Colgan), Item 258 2s (Saslaw), and Item 258 3s (Quayle)House: Item 258 1h (O'Bannon), Item 258 2h (Pogge), Item 258 3h (Wright) and Item 258 4h (P. Miller, et al)

• Provide for an alternative Line of Duty Act program for local governments. Language only.Senate: Item 258 5s (Wampler)

• Restore CSA funding for non-mandated services. The Governor's budget reduced funding by $5 million to local governmentsfor at risk children's services.Senate: Item 274 1s (Whipple) and Item 274 2s (Colgan)House: Item 274 2h (Crockett-Stark) and Item 274 3h (Abbott, et al)

• Restore CSA funding of $7.5 million in FY 2012 to reverse the action in the introduced budget which would reclassify therapeutic foster care services provided through the Comprehensive Services Act (CSA) as a residential service, resulting inan increase in the match rate for localities.Senate: Item 274 3s (Whipple), Item 274 5s (Colgan) and Item 274 6s (Hanger)House: Item 274 6h (Abbott) and Item 274 8h (Lingamfelter)

• Restore full funding for HB 599 of the 1979 General Assembly (police department funding) - $27.6 million in FY 2012.Senate: Item 386 1s (Howell)

• Restore $5 million in FY 2012 for local juvenile programs under the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act program.Senate: Item 399 1s (J. Miller)House: Item 399 1h (Morgan)

Key ContactsSenate Finance Committee: Colgan (Chairman), Wampler, Stosch, Houck, Howell, Saslaw, Quayle, Norment, Hanger,Watkins, Miller, Y.B., Marsh, Lucas, Whipple, Reynolds

House Appropriations: Putney (Chairman), Morgan, Tata, Ingram, May, Sherwood, Cox, M.K., Landes, Jones, O'Bannon,Lingamfelter, Poindexter, Massie, Abbitt, Phillips, Scott, J.M., Joannou, Brink, Ware, O., Howell, A.T., BaCote, Dance.

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Because AOSS can be complex tooperate and require regular mainte-nance, county officials need assurancesthat the systems do not pollute groundand surface water resources.

While the proposed regulations areintended to protect public health andthe environment, there is no easy wayfor counties to measure the effectivenessof the rules as written.

VACo also emphasized in its comments that the regulatory provi-sions requiring all AOSS owners tomaintain a relationship with a state-licensed operator and to have the AOSSvisited on a regular basis, as well as theperformance standards, must not be

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compromised under any circumstances.Following the close of the comment

period, the Virginia Department ofHealth is required to "consider" each ofthe comments received before adoptingthe final regulations and submitting therules for review by the ExecutiveBranch.

After Executive Branch review, thefinal regulations will be published inThe Virginia Register followed by anadditional 30-day public input period.Only then will the final AOSS regulations become effective.

Comments on the proposed finalregulations can be entered electronicallyup until midnight, Feb. 4 through theRegulatory Town Hall Web site. Inaddition, comments left by others canbe viewed at that site also.

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Employment Opportunities

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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.

Assistant County Administrator/Carroll CountyEducation and Experience:Bachelor’s Degree with coursework inbusiness or public administration,accounting or related field and exten-sive experience of an increasinglyadministrative and managerial nature ingovernmental operations, or equivalentcombination of education and experi-ence. Master’s Degree preferred.All candidates for this position mustprovide a completed Virginia StateApplication to the Carroll CountyHuman Resources Office at 605-1 PineStreet, Hillsville, VA 24343. Open UntilFilled. For more information candidatesare welcome to contact:Human Resources276-730-3103MDalton@CarrollCountyVA.orgA Complete Job Description andApplication may be found atCarrollCountyVA.org.

Recreation Program Coordinator/Bedford CountyThe preferred individual will haveknowledge of the concepts, objectives,and requirements of a well-roundedrecreation program; ability to develop,plan, organize, and administer a recre-ation program to the meet the needs ofthe community; ability to preparereports, radio and newspaper releases;ability to establish and maintain effec-tive working relationships with otheremployees, civic groups, social groups,and the general public. Applications areavailable on our Web site: www.bed-fordcountyva.gov. Review of applica-tions will begin Feb. 12. Applicationswill be accepted until position is filled.Annual salary is competitive DOQ.Benefits include: life, medical, dental,and vision insurance, flexible spendingplan, retirement, direct deposit, paid

holidays, vacation and sick leave.

Tourism Coordinator/GloucesterCountyWork includes management ofGloucester County Visitors’ Center,helping develop tours, coordinatingmarketing efforts to include creatingpromotional materials and implement-ing new & exciting ideas that capturethe essence of Gloucester County’s her-itage and beauty, rich in early VirginianHistory. Please submit a cover letter andresume with a County application.Interested applicants should visit usonline at www.gloucesterva.jobs foradditional information. Salary:$33,747/yr or higher depending onqualifications. We offer an excellentbenefit package. Deadline Feb. 18.

Director of Finance/City of FranklinSalary DOQ + fringe benefits.Requires a Bachelor’s Degree inAccounting, Business Administrationwith 5 years of municipal governmentexperience and CPA preferred. Work isperformed under the general supervi-sion of the City Manager. For a com-plete copy of the job description contactthe Personnel Dept. – 207 W. 2nd Ave.– Franklin, VA 23851 – (757) 562-8508.Please submit a resume/cover letter ofinterest/references & salary requirementto Carolyn S. Joyner – Personnel Dept.– 207 W. 2nd Ave. – Franklin, VA23851. Open until filled.

Director of Finance/Orange CountyThe salary for the position is negotiable,based on qualifications and experiencewithin an established range of $76,281-$122,050. Excellent benefits packageincludes participation in the VirginiaRetirement System, vacation, sick leave,group life insurance, medical insurance,professional dues and conferenceexpenses. Relocation allowance nego-tiable. Submit letter of application,detailed resume with salary history andwork related references to: John A.Anzivino, Senior Vice President,Springsted Incorporated, 1564 EastParham Road, Richmond, VA 23228;

Fax 804-726-9752 or e-mailRichmond@springsted. com. The posi-tion remains open until filled, but pref-erence will be given to applicationsreceived by Feb. 21. For further infor-mation visit www.springsted.com.

IT Support Technician/Charles CityCountyQualified applicants should possess atminimum an Associate’s degree, orVocational/Technical degree with train-ing emphasis in computer hardware/software operations, supplemented byone year’s experience and/or training incomputer operations, hardware/soft-ware maintenance/repair, PC trou-bleshooting, AS/400 Applications,Nortel phone system, and databasemanagement. Salary will be DOQ.Position will be open until filled. Toapply submit an application and resumeto: County Administrator, P.O. Box128, 10900 Courthouse Road, CharlesCity, VA 23030. Previous applicants forthis position do not need to reapply butcan update their applications by con-tacting the Department of ManagementServices at (804) 652-4720.More information on the position andapplication may be secured via theCounty Web site at co.charles-city.va.usor call 804-652-4701.

Executive Director/City of LynchburgLynch’s Landing Foundation seeks aprogressive Executive Director who willlead the revitalization and developmentof downtown Lynchburg to higher lev-els through partnerships and strong vol-unteer participation. Market competi-tive salary dependent on qualificationsincluding excellent benefits. A fullrecruitment profile and informationabout the City of Lynchburg is availableat www.lynchburgva.gov. Interested,qualified parties are encouraged to senda confidential resume with salary histo-ry and professional references via mail,e-mail or fax by Feb. 28 to:Margaret M. Schmitt, SPHRDirector of Human Resources

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900 Church StreetLynchburg, Virginia 24504Telephone: (434) 455-4208 Fax: (434)845-4304E-mail: margaret.schmitt@lynchburg-va.gov For questions or to request an accom-modation, please call (434) 455-4208.

Senior Buyer #123/James City County Job Description:www.jccegov.com/pdf/jobde-scpdfs/2007jobdesc/123_SeniorBuyer.pdf. Salary $46,034 or higher, DOQ +benefits. Requires associate’s degree inbusiness or public administration andconsiderable purchasing experience,preferably in the public sector; or, anyequivalent combination of acceptableeducation and experience providingnecessary skills. To download applica-tion visit www.jccegov.com. Acceptingapplications for this position until 5p.m. on Feb. 4.

Deputy County Attorney-SeniorCounty Attorney/Henrico CountyThe Henrico County Attorney’s Officeseeks two experienced, full-time attor-neys who are licensed members of theVirginia State Bar in good standing. Fordescriptions of duties and qualifica-tions, pay information, and to apply,visit our Job Site on the Internet atwww.henricojobs.com. Deadline Feb.14.

Director of Finance andAdministration/Powhatan CountySalary negotiable, based on qualifica-tions and experience. Excellent benefitpackage includes participation in theVirginia Retirement System, vacation,and sick leave, group life insurance,medical insurance, professional duesand conference expenses. Relocationallowance negotiable. Submit complet-ed County application, letter of applica-tion, detailed resume, salary history andwork related references to: HumanResources, County of Powhatan, 3834Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan, VA23139 or e-mail humanresources@powhatanva.gov by Feb. 18. Visit our

Web site, www.powhatanva.gov, for fulljob description and application.

Finance Director/Grayson CountyThe Finance Director will be requiredto analyze and report on the Countyfinancial status; provide financialadministrative guidance to all depart-ments; evaluate, verify and audit variousbudget and expense records; performneeds assessment to develop long-termfinancial and capital plans; and performand oversee accounts payable functionsand duties. Please submit your applica-tion to the Grayson CountyAdministrator’s Office, P.O. Box 217,Independence, VA 24348. Deadline forsubmitting application is Feb. 18 at 5p.m. The position will remain openuntil filled. Salary-DOQ&E. Pleasedirect questions to the Grayson CountyAdministrator’s Office at 276-773-2471and visit our Web site for a full jobdescription atwww.graysoncountyva.com.

General Manager/Louisa CountyLouisa County Water AuthorityThe General Manager is the chief exec-utive officer of Louisa County WaterAuthority and reports directly to theLouisa County Water Authority Boardof Directors. The primary responsibilityof the General Manager is to provideprofessional, technical and administra-tive oversight of the Authority andCounty owned water and sewer sys-tems, execute the policies and directivesof the Board of Directors and oversightof daily operations. For completedetails, please visit our Web site atwww.louisa.com.

Firefighter-Medic (Part-Time)/Isle ofWight CountyEmergency Services DepartmentIsle of Wight County seeks four (4)individuals to perform emergency med-ical and fire response services on a part-time basis. Applicants must submit acopy of their current DMV drivingrecord and will be required to submit toa criminal history check, medical physi-cal and drug screening prior to the startdate. Starting salary is $18.49/hr.Interested candidates should submit aCounty application and resume, copy of

listed certifications, and DMV recordby 5 p.m. on Feb. 4 to: HR, P.O. Box80, Isle of Wight, VA 23397. Visit ourWeb site at www.iwus.net or call 757-365-6263.

Waterworks Operator/BuckinghamCounty The County of Buckingham is accept-ing applications for an operator posi-tion. Valid VA Class III or higherWaterworks License is required. Salaryrange is $26,410–$47,096. Salarydependent upon qualifications andexperience. Excellent benefit package.Job description and application avail-able by calling (434) 969-4242 or atwww.buckinghamcountyva.org.Applications will remain open untilposition is filled. Please submit com-pleted application to CountyAdministrator, P.O. Box 252,Buckingham, Virginia 23921.Buckingham County is an EqualOpportunity Employer.

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. Salarydependent upon qualifications. Full jobdescription available at the Office of theCounty Administrator, 804-443-4331,dwhitlow@essex-virginia.org. Resumesand proof of current certifications mustbe submitted no later than noon Feb.14.

Fire Marshal/Goochland CountyExcellent benefits package includes par-ticipation in the Virginia RetirementSystem, vacation, sick leave, group lifeinsurance and medical insurance.Position open until filled. 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.

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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

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