Harrison Mayor Jerry Jackson is highlighting the strong working relationship between the City of Harrison and Boone County as he prepares to leave office, calling cooperation between local governments one of the most positive developments of his eight years as mayor.
In a recent column inspired by the State of the County Breakfast hosted by Nabholz Construction and the Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce, Jackson praised county officials, first responders, and public employees for consistently working together to serve residents throughout Boone County.
In the column, posted on the City’s Website and in the Saturday edition of the Harrison Daily Times, Jackson said the partnership is especially evident in law enforcement, noting the close working relationship between the Boone County Sheriff’s Office and the Harrison Police Department. He credited Sheriff Roy Martin, Sheriff-elect Tim Roberson, and Police Chief Chris Graddy for placing public safety above jurisdictional boundaries and fostering cooperation between their agencies.
The mayor also pointed to collaboration among fire departments across the county. He said the Harrison Fire Department regularly assists volunteer and county departments when specialized equipment or additional resources are needed, while neighboring departments stand ready to provide assistance when called upon.
Jackson praised Boone County government officials for maintaining open communication and mutual respect with the city. He offered special recognition to Interim County Judge Mitchell Archer for stepping into office during a challenging period in April 2026 and helping position the county for a smooth transition to Judge-elect Tyler Gentry, who will take office January 1, 2027.
According to Jackson, government is most effective when leaders focus on solving problems rather than seeking recognition. He said countless examples of cooperation between city and county employees, first responders, and elected officials occur behind the scenes and often go unnoticed by the public.
As he nears the end of his term, Jackson expressed gratitude for those partnerships, concluding that while Harrison and Boone County have separate governments and responsibilities, they ultimately share one community and one common purpose.
Jackson earlier this year announced he would not run for another term as mayor and will end his tenure as the city’s leader at the end of the year.
The column from the mayor can be found on the City of Harrison Website.
