District 2 Discussions Town Hall | |
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The 2023 District Discussions community events continue with District 2 Discussions!
District 2 Councilmembers Robert Jones and Joy Peterson will hold this special town hall meeting to discuss the successes, challenges, and upcoming projects for District 2 community members. Bring your questions, comments, and suggestions!
District Discussions District 2 takes place on Tuesday, April 11 at 6:00 P.M. at the Perry Middle School (495 Perry Parkway).
Are you in District 2? Find out here!
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Resolution Passed By Perry Mayor and Council Recognizing the Role of Women in the City of Perry Organization | |
Governor, First Lady Celebrate Georgia’s Creative Community with Arts and Humanities Awards | |
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A special congratulations to the Perry Area Historical Society & Museum! They are a recipient of the 11th Annual Governor’s Awards for the Arts and Humanities.
The Perry Area Historical Society has contributed to education and community development by sharing local history through a variety of programs since 1981. Supported primarily by members’ dues and volunteer staff, the Society has attracted visitors from 49 states and 14 foreign countries.
“I want to congratulate all those who earned this year’s Governor’s Award for the Arts and Humanities and thank them for their contributions to our state,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “Talented Georgians have a meaningful impact on both our communities and our economy. They are an important part of our state's cultural fabric, and we appreciate what they do to enrich the lives of others.”
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Spring Downtown Perry Wine Tasting | |
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You can still purchase tickets for the Spring Downtown Perry Wine Tasting!
25 wine samples, a wine tasting cup for the evening, a wine tasting passport to note all your stops and samples, and live entertainment featuring Ryan Whitehead Quartet are included with your ticket!
Want to learn more? Check out the Inside Perry Podcast!
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GICH Certification Extended | | |
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The City of Perry’s Georgia Initiative for Community Housing (GICH) Alumni Certification by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs was extended through 2024.
The certification ensures GICH program alumni continue to address affordable housing issues within their communities by utilizing the Housing Plan document developed while participating in the program.
The certification makes the City of Perry eligible for the competitive advantage afforded to GICH communities on Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), and Community HOME Investment Program (CHIP) applications from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA).
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Downtown Perry Sidewalk Sale
Shop the Spring Sidewalk Sale in Downtown Perry on Saturday,
April 15 from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.
Retail stores will have special sales, items out on the sidewalk, and more!
Click the photo to learn more about Downtown Perry.
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Join us on April 22 from 9:00 - 1:00 p.m. for the 2023 Perry Trash Dash!
This City-wide event is designed to support community engagement and promote clean and vibrant neighborhoods!
The first 150 registrants will receive a free event t-shirt. Beginning at noon, participants will have the opportunity to stay and tie-dye their t-shirt!
Participants will meet at the Perry Events Center between 9:00 and 10:00 a.m. to pick up supplies (trash bags, grabbers, gloves, etc.) and t-shirts.
This event is a great opportunity for those looking to receive volunteer hours!
Listen to the Inside Perry Podcast to learn more!
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A Solid Waste Reminder
It is the policy of the Perry Sanitation Division to provide a comprehensive and integrated waste management system to handle solid waste in a manner that will protect the public health and welfare and enhance the beauty and quality of our environment.
To ensure your solid waste and recycling are serviced properly and on-time, please leave at least 3 feet between additional carts or other obstructions.
To learn more about the operations of solid waste please visit our website.
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Animal Adoptions
The City of Perry has some furry friends that are ready for adoption at Perry Animal Control (480 Ball Street)!
If you're interested in adopting, please visit the City of Perry's Petfinder to learn more about our available animals or call Animal Control at (478) 988-2888.
To view the animal adoption contract, please visit the Animal Control webpage.
The Animal Control Facility also works with FOPAS or any other licensed agency in order to adopt an animal.
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Perry Police Department to Host Women’s Firearm Safety Class | |
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The City of Perry Police Department will host a 2-day Women’s Firearm Safety class on April 20 and April 22.
The class will provide participants with knowledge of basic safety training including loading, unloading, and firing of handguns. In addition, the class will provide information on Georgia law regarding possession, concealment, and legal justifications for use of deadly force.
Class will be held at the Perry Police Department (1207 Washington Street) in the training room on April 20 for 2 hours beginning at 6 P.M. Class will be at the Perry Police Department Shooting Range (261 Toomer Road) on April 22 for 3 hours beginning at 9 A.M.
Participants must be 21 years of age, a resident of Perry or Houston County, consent to a background check, and complete a registration and liability form. Registration begins on April 3 and ends on April 17 or until the class is full. The fee is $28 per participant.
Participants must bring their own weapon, ammo, safety glasses, and ear protection. Class participation is limited to 16 people.
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Public Work's annual Spring Cleanup event happens April 10 - April 14, 2023 for residential customers!
Items will be picked up on your regular service day.
The bulk collection starts on Monday; however, the actual collection time will vary due to your location, and the total volume and type of materials set out. This program will include some items that are not normally hauled by your trash service.
All rims must be removed from tires before being placed curbside. Any tires with rims still left in them will not be picked up. There is a limit of 4 tires MAXIMUM per household (only accepted during Spring Cleanup).
Bulk items such as furniture (couches, chairs, tables, mattresses, and appliances), must be placed curbside, sorted, and stacked in a neat and orderly manner no later than 6:00 AM the morning before your scheduled cleanup day and no earlier than a week before your cleanup day.
Prohibited Items:
Roofing materials
Tile
Concrete
Bricks
Stones
Automotive body parts
Engines
Transmissions
Batteries
Used oil
Wet paint (liquid)
Insecticides
Chemicals
Hazardous waste
No biohazardous materials will be accepted such as blades, needles, or anything containing bodily fluids.
This is a free service provided by the City of Perry. The City reserves the right to refuse any items for Cleanup that do not meet the criteria of the program.
Questions? Contact Public Works Department at 478-988-2732.
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The Downtown Perry Farmers Market takes place every Saturday, year-round, from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.!
You can find a variety of fresh produce, crafts, baked goods, and more!
The market is temporarily located in the parking lot at 1000 Ball Street.
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Join us on April 15 at Rozar Park (1060 Keith Drive) for the annual Kids Fishing Rodeo!
This event encourages competitive and non-competitive youth to participate in outdoor leisure opportunities and provides a chance to learn more about fishing!
Each participant is asked to bring their own fishing pole and reels. Bait and tackle will be provided while supplies last.
All children MUST be accompanied by an adult.
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Learn how to play disc golf with Perry Leisure Services on April 22 at Rozar Park (1060 Keith Drive) from 10 A.M. to noon!
Disc golf is a healthy, inexpensive, recreational activity that provides upper and lower body conditioning, aerobic exercise and mental stimulation!
Equipment will be provided or you may bring your own. There is a fee of $5 per person.
Program provided in partnership with Houston County Disc Golf Club.
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Community Helpers Week at Tucker Elementary
We were able to visit with the students at Tucker Elementary earlier this month!
Students learned about stormwater and how to be "stormwater smart".
Tap the photo to see more!
To learn more about stormwater in the City of Perry please visit our website.
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April Special Events At A Glance | |
Safety Tips From The Fire Department | |
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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 3,142 people were killed by distracted driving in 2019. Since distraction is the underlying cause of most incidents, drivers need to learn how to manage the states of mind that contribute to distraction.
SafeStart recently created a guide for new drivers to explain the dangers of distraction—as well as carry out a 24/7 safety mandate.
Driving is one of the riskiest things most of us do every day and it’s important to ensure everyone stays safe behind the wheel.
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Meet the Newest Additions to the
City of Perry Team!
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Amy Harmon
Special Events Administrator
Perry City Hall
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Jesse Jenson
Firefighter
Fire & Emergency Services
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Jake Welch
Firefighter
Fire & Emergency Services
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Hunter Belflower
Police Officer Trainee
Police Department
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Myrissa Barrett
Police Officer Trainee
Police Department
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Tyler Slyder
Police Officer
Police Department
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Ja'Bria Walker
Police Officer
Police Department
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City of Perry Employee Values
City of Perry employees are proud to represent and serve the community of Perry, Georgia.
Over the last several years the City has been focused on the development and implementation of shared vision and mission statements that reflect how we perform our day-to-day work.
Please click on the values to the left to read more about how we treat each other, as well as the citizens of our community.
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Join the City of Perry Family! | |
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It comes as no surprise that so many people love the quality of life that the City of Perry affords. But did you know that the City also provides extraordinary career opportunities?
With a generous compensation philosophy that outperforms many larger cities and regional businesses, as well as a wealth of benefits for full-time employees - including a comprehensive health/dental/vision/life/ disability insurance plan, 120 hours of paid parental leave, flexible paid time off (PTO), 13 paid holidays each year, a 457 retirement plan with 5% employer match, and a best-in-state tuition reimbursement program - the City continues to affirm its commitment to providing a fulfilling and rewarding experience for its employees.
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What's Happening in Perry? | | |
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Perry Points Expanded Services! | |
In addition to the existing text service, Perry Points is now accessible on the City’s website!
Perry Points can be found on the City’s website where both desktop and mobile users will notice the new feature on the lower right corner of their browser window. Clicking on the icon launches a chat window, greeting residents and prompting them to enter their questions or service requests.
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Looking Forward to 2023's Spring and Summer Events? | |
Participate in Food Truck Friday, music festivals, Open Streets Perry, and more!
Whether you work, live, or play in Perry, we hope that each event provides a unique and memorable experience for everyone!
View the 2023 Spring and Summer Edition of the Let's Go! publication.
Interested in becoming a vendor? Fill out the form on our website.
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Searching For Ways To Get Involved?
Volunteering is a rewarding experience, whether you're looking for school service hours, want to bolster your resume, or simply wish to give back to your community!
If you are passionate about Perry and enjoy interacting with others, you will love volunteering with Visit Perry where you can provide the local perspective on where to eat, sleep, shop, and play in Perry to first time visitors, new residents, and seasonal guests!
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Downtown Parking Map
Heading into Historic Downtown Perry soon?
We now have an interactive map where you can see the available parking located throughout the area.
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