Perry Mayor and Council appointed Holly Wharton as the City’s Economic Development Director during their December 20, 2022, council meeting.



Mrs. Wharton will spearhead the continued efforts of ensuring Perry is a quality community in which to conduct business and an attractive community in which to grow or locate a new business.

She previously served as the City of Perry’s Community Planner. Before coming to work in Perry, she was a Government Services Specialist at the Middle Georgia Regional Commission. She assisted local governments in the middle Georgia area with planning, grant writing and administration, economic development, and other public administration projects.

“I am very excited to serve the City of Perry as the Economic Development Director,” says Wharton. “Perry is a growing city with great quality of life amenities and a strong business community. I’m thankful to have the opportunity to showcase where Georgia comes together.”

The City of Perry was awarded the International Economic Development Council Silver Award for the revitalization support of The Muse Theater in Historic Downtown Perry.

This award recognizes innovative real estate development or reuse projects for the creation of jobs or for increasing the tax base. By demonstrating a measurable and quantitative impact on employment and the tax base, the recipient also serves as a catalyst for economic development in the area and demonstrates innovative partnership approaches including public and private sectors.

After serving as a concert and event venue from the 1950s to 2012, the building was converted to an antique store for several years. To preserve as much historical nature as possible while creating a beautiful event space for the community, City staff worked with the Downtown Development Authority to secure funding for the building’s renovation. Appropriately named “The Muse Theatre,” the goal was to give Perry back one of its beloved historic buildings.

The Muse Theater hosts various events, including weddings, concerts, business, chamber receptions, and more!

Police Chief Receives Commissioning Award

Chief Everidge received his commissioning from the Middle Georgia Regional Commission Leadership Training last week!

25 people from across the 11-county region completed the yearlong training session to help understand how much each community has in common and how to look at ideas to address issues from a regional perspective.

Congratulations, Chief Everidge!

Are you a local artist or maker looking to share your talent with the community?

The City of Perry is currently seeking all types of artists and makers, whether you are an amateur, professional, or if you fall somewhere in between, we invite you to complete the Vendor Request Form to be considered to host a free booth at our Art in the Park event!

The 3rd Annual Art in the Park event is scheduled to be held on Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Heritage Oaks Park in Perry.

All applications received after the deadline will be automatically considered for our waitlist. Approved applicants will be notified directly via email by no later than January 20, 2023.

Winter Workout Series

Glowga - Blacklight Zumba | Glowga - Blacklight Yoga

January 13 & 27 | 5:30 PM

Perry Selfie Pop Up

February 10 | 11 AM - 9 PM

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