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Chief assessor JR Hardister to leave; commissioners appoint Bruce Peterson effective April 4
Summary
Longtime chief assessor JR Hardister is leaving Lawrence County; the board appointed Bruce Peterson as chief assessor effective April 4, 2025. Commissioners and colleagues praised Hardister's service and cited Peterson's certifications and appraisal background.
The Lawrence County Board of Commissioners on March 25 accepted the forthcoming departure of longtime Chief Assessor JR Hardister and voted to appoint Bruce Peterson to succeed him effective April 4, 2025.
The appointment (Resolution 57) carried unanimously. Commissioners and colleagues praised Hardister’s tenure and lauded Peterson’s qualifications. The board and staff…
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