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“It's basically a home-rule issue. I think the governing authority that appoints people as assessors certainly has reasons for doing it. ... And it certainly ought to be the board of assessors' right to say who is best qualified to serve as an appraiser.”

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John Scott, born on September 26, 1982, in Canada, is a renowned ice hockey player. Known for his tenacious defense and exceptional physical condition, he has played for several North American professional ice hockey teams. more

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