WHEREAS, Chester County Treasurer Connie Gwin has submitted a letter of resignation, effective December 31, 1999; and

WHEREAS, the undersigned is authorized to appoint a County Treasurer in the event of a vacancy pursuant to Code of Laws of South Carolina (1976), as amended, Sections 4-11-20 and 12-45-20; and

WHEREAS, Jack L. Kindle, 2437 Douglas School Road, Chester, SC 29706 is a fit and proper person to serve as the Treasurer of Chester County.

NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and Statutes of this State, I hereby appoint Jack L. Kindle as Treasurer of Chester County for the unexpired portion of the term for which his predecessor was appointed, and until a successor shall have been elected and qualify.

This Order shall become effective on January 1, 2000.