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Congressman to be featured guest at "Tavern Talk"

Congressman to be featured guest at "Tavern Talk"

U.S. Congressman J. Randy Forbes will be the featured guest at “Tavern Talk” on March 28, 2011 at Howlett’s Tavern in Chester, to benefit the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV).

Congressman Forbes serves as Chairman of the House Armed Services Readiness Subcommittee which is central in developing the nation’s long-term strategies to meet our future security needs, a task that has brought Congressman Forbes the highest civilian award offered by both the US Army and the US Navy.

As the founder and chairman of the Congressional China Caucus, Congressman Forbes is often tapped as a national commentator on Sino-American relations.

Bill to Retain "Don't Ask Don't Tell" Fails

Bill to Retain "Don't Ask Don't Tell" Fails

RICHMOND, VA (WWBT) - A long-shot attempt to prevent the repeal of the federal "Don't Ask Don't Tell" law in Virginia has failed.

Delegate Bob Marshall proposed a bill to prevent gay soldiers from serving in the Virginia National Guard.

The bill failed today in a House subcommittee.

Board of Supervisors to discuss comprehensive plan today

The Chesterfield County School Board, Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors and Chesterfield County Planning Commission will hold a joint meeting on January 12, 2011 about the comprehensive plan 1-3 p.m. in the Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center, 6610 Public Safety Way.

For more information call (804) 748-1405.

Chesterfield's Will Davis has visions of growth - Times-Dispatch

Will Davis can sell a piece of land.

He will look over a swath of earth most people would never notice and figure out some way to make it a community.

It could be full of complementary retail outlets, or it could be industrial factories. What the project is doesn't matter as much as that there is a development.

"You have to look around at what you have and see what you can make out of it," Davis said.

He has a knack for seeing things most people miss.

For five years, he has been doing it in Chesterfield County, where he's the director of economic development.

"I just really enjoy the process of putting together deals," he said. "It doesn't matter who I've worked for; it's always been fun. I can honestly say I love my job.

New Assistant County Administrator

New Assistant County Administrator

Chesterfield County Administrator Jay Stegmaier announced the appointment of Louis G. Lassiter as assistant county administrator. The county conducted an executive recruitment, attracting 35 highly qualified candidates. This follows Marilyn Cole’s announcement of her retirement from that position, which she held for the past 18 years. 

“After a rigorous interview and selection process, a long-time county employee was selected to fill this important role and join our leadership team,” Stegmaier said.  “Lou best demonstrated throughout the search process his interest and ability to serve the residents of Chesterfield County.”

Lassiter brings 25 years of public-service experience to this position, including 18 years as director of the Chesterfield County Internal Audit Department. In that position, he led the internal audit functions of both county government and school board operations. Lassiter conducted special studies, investigations and audits as directed by the county administrator and school superintendent.

Comprehensive plan meeting for Dale district

The comprehensive plan meeting for the Dale district Thursday, January 6, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. at L.C. Bird High School, 10301 Courthouse Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832.

Should you have any questions, please contact Barbara Fassett, Planning Manager, Planning Department, Chesterfield County, at (804) 748-1081 or fassettb@chesterfield.gov

Special meeting notice

CHESTERFIELD -- The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors will hold a joint meeting regarding the Comprehensive Plan with the Chesterfield County Planning Commission and the Chesterfield County School Board on Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at 1 p.m. at the Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center, 6610 Public Safety Way, Chesterfield, VA  23832.