Mayor Walker Elected As President of Georgia Municipal Association | |
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City of Perry Mayor Randall Walker was elected as the President of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) at their annual conference in Savannah, Georgia in June.
The GMA is a voluntary, non-profit organization that provides legislative advocacy, educational, employee benefits, and consulting services to Georgia’s 537 cities.
During the next year, Mayor Walker will serve as an advocate for GMA’s interests on state and federal levels. He previously served on GMA’s Legislative Policy Council and the Federal Policy Council.
“Fourteen years ago, I felt the call to serve my community and ran for election to the Perry City Council. Little did I know then how deeply involved I would become with GMA and how it would shape my life as a public servant. Thank you for trusting me to lead this organization,” Mayor Walker commented.
Mayor Walker is pictured above with City of Perry City Attorney Brooke Newby during the swearing-in ceremony in Savannah.
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The City of Perry Receives $500,000 EPA Brownfield Grant
Perry is only one of four Georgia cities to receive a grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to invest in cleanup and technical assistance at polluted Brownfield sites.
This $500,000 grant will clean up the former Stanley Furniture property. This will allow us to continue towards the beautification of the Perry Events Center grounds.
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From June to August, you can spend $150 at Historic Downtown Perry’s restaurants and bars and earn a $25 Downtown Dollars gift card!
To receive the $25 Downtown Dollars gift card, you must provide itemized receipts totaling at least $150, not including tax, tips, or gift card purchases from downtown restaurants and bars.
The program will run from June 1 – August 31, 2023, or until funds are depleted.
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Do You Work Remotely in Perry?
Our Perry Remote Work Survey is still accepting submissions!
We recognize the continued growth of remote workers in our community. It's our desire to learn more about how we can best support this growing workforce!
If you work remotely in Perry - please take this short survey to let us know about you and your experience working in Perry.
Know someone who works remotely in our community? Pass this along to them!
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Perry Fire Department May 2023 Stats | |
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The Perry Fire Department is a 2 station department that
contains a staff of firefighters providing fire protection, emergency
medical services, technical rescue operations, fire safety education,
fire cause investigation, and fire code inspections to a population of approx.
23,000 over 28.5 square miles.
You can view a summary of the department's statistics
for the month of May above.
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Citizen's Financial Report 2022
We are committed to the values that make our community unique and successful - transparency, accountability, integrity, respect & trust, and compassion.
Each year, we publish the "Citizen's Financial Report" to ensure the taxpayers and stakeholders of Perry know how and where their money is spent each fiscal year.
Perry continues to maintain an organized reputation for openness, honesty, and integrity. We shall demonstrate the highest standards of personal integrity and honesty in our public activities to inspire confidence and trust in our government.
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Perry Police Department Receives $1.5 Million Dollar Grant
The Perry Police Department received $1,572,328.98 in grant funds from the Governor’s Office for investments in technology and investigative equipment.
This grant will help add technology to the police department’s current Flock system and add the Fusus platform.
Beyond the expectation of reduced crime and improved policing strategies in Perry, the Flock Safety and Fusus Deployment program will support a higher quality of life and greater sense of safety for Perry’s residents.
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Congratulations to Perry's Newest Officers! | |
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Officers Hunter Belflower, Myrissa Barrett and Damon Ozelek were sworn in last month.
They graduated from Georgia Public Safety Training Center-Tifton Campus. Officer Ozelek won the Class Guidon for his outstanding leadership, esprit de corps and comradery.
Congratulations to Perry's newest officers!
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Congratulations to Captain James Jones!
Captain James Jones was recently promoted to captain over the Criminal Investigations Division.
The primary responsibility of the CID is investigating felony and misdemeanor cases that require additional work beyond what the patrol division accomplishes.
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Yoga on the Lawn
July 29| 9 - 10 A.M.
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Check Out The Latest Episodes of the Inside Perry Podcast! | |
Myth Busting -
Costco & Trader Joe's Coming to Perry
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Stop the Scam -
Red Flags &
Washing Checks
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Stop the Scam -
Car & Home
Security
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Natural Gas in Perry
The City of Perry provides natural gas to more than 3,100 customers through a network of underground distribution lines. The service line ends at each customer's meter where gas is delivered.
To protect you and others in the community, federal and state government, along with your utility provider, have made your safety a high priority.
Natural gas is a colorless, odorless gas. If not used correctly, it can be deadly.
By clicking the photo, you can read about important things you should keep in mind, F.O.G., proper disposal of grease and oils, and more.
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Tips From the Fire Department | |
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Fireworks are a fun and exciting way to celebrate holidays like Independence Day, however, it is essential to recognize that fireworks come with risks.
In order to ensure the safety of both individuals and property, it is strongly recommended that fireworks be left in the capable hands of professionals who adhere to strict safety guidelines.
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Keep these tips in mind as you and your family enjoy summer vacations, camping, family reunions, and more! | |
Meet the Newest Additions to the
City of Perry Team!
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Early Graham
Equipment Operator
Public Works
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Michele Jenkins
Customer Service Technician
Customer Service
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Matthew Gruber
Building Maintenance Technician
Public Works
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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.
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! | |
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? | |
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 Summer Events? | |
Participate in Food Truck Friday, music festivals, Open Streets, 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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