WHEREAS, the undersigned has been informed that Chesterfield County Treasurer John Sowell died January 20, 2002; and

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

WHEREAS, Kathy Sheeler, 121 River Drive, Chesterfield, SC, 29709 is a fit and proper person to serve as the Treasurer of Chesterfield County.

NOW, THEREFORE, pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Constitution and Statutes of this State, I hereby appoint Kathy Sheeler as Treasurer of Chesterfield County until the next general election and until her successor shall qualify.