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leadership
Who makes this county tick? Who pulls the strings, signs the checks and, for this county, keeps developers at bay? Every county has its influential leaders whether they are in official leadership positions or not. They can sway public opinion. They can rally the troops if needed to come out at county meetings and oppose tax increases or support them. Looking at those who do hold official positions, the scene is changing. Roger Mello is stepping down as principal and Robyn Puryear is stepping up. Roger will still be around now acting as assistant principal and assistant football coach. He’s also pursuing a doctorate. Sheriff Larry Sherertz is looking forward to stepping down while three others - Chris Williams, J.C. Welch and Connie Smith - are vying to step up. The Rappahannock County School Board could be in for a run this November as a local Amissville agitator — that said in a friendly way — reportedly will challenge for a seat. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Robert Chappell isn’t far from retirement. Whether or not he chooses to pursue other interests isn’t known but his departure from the school scene would leave a big pair of shoes to £01. Speaking of which, County Administrator John McCarthy is coming up for a contract renewal in the not-so-distant future. McCarthy may have his critics but who in this county has John’s back? McCarthy is the man, the “go-to” guy, the energy booster that can’t afford to ever fail. Tough job. The Town of Washington’s mayor won’t be running for re-election so that will be another top spot to fill in a few years. There are others. The fist could go on. Leaders dictate the pace that the pack will run. When the leaders leave, who do you want sitting in their place?
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