Board Members
The Lawrence County Board for the Developmentally Disabled is governed by dedicated community members appointed to serve the residents of Lawrence County.
Meet our board members
Board members are appointed representatives who provide oversight, direction, and accountability for LCBDD's programs and the responsible administration of Lawrence County's developmental disability tax funds.

Kerri Watson
Executive Director
Kerri has been with the Lawrence County Board/Case Management since May of 2016.
She was a case manager for 5 years, case management supervisor for 2 and a half years, and transitioned into the Executive Director position for the board effective January 1, 2024.
She has a Masters degree in Human Services from Capella University and obtained her undergraduate degree in Psychology from College of the Ozarks.
She was a case manager for 5 years, case management supervisor for 2 and a half years, and transitioned into the Executive Director position for the board effective January 1, 2024.
She has a Masters degree in Human Services from Capella University and obtained her undergraduate degree in Psychology from College of the Ozarks.

Bill Alexander
Chairperson
Ash Grove, MO 65604

Martha Pettegrew
Secretary
Aurora, MO 65605

Chris Freeman
Treasurer
Marionville, MO 65705

Blenda Moore
Member
Mt. Vernon, MO 65712
Kristine Shanks
Member
Pierce City, MO 65723

Debbie Bowles
Member
Miller, MO 65707

Lana Moore
Member
Mt. Vernon, MO 65712
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