Perry Wins National Awards for International Festival and Perry Presents The City of Perry’s International Festival and Perry Presents were awarded national awards by the City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) at their annual conference in Arlington, Texas this month. The Perry International Festival won 1st in the nation. Perry Presents won 2nd in the nation. The association’s Savvy Awards celebrate exceptional achievements in local government communications,...

Perry Youth Advisory Council 2024-2025 Now Accepting Applications The City of Perry is accepting applications for the 2024-2025 Youth Advisory Council beginning August 19. The Perry Youth Advisory Council offers the opportunity for high school-aged youth to learn more about their local government and City of Perry operations. The program seeks to facilitate communication with Perry’s youth and encourage their input on City initiatives and projects. Interested students must...

Perry Police Department to Host 3 Firearm Safety Classes In September The City of Perry Police Department will host a Senior Citizen’s Firearm Safety class, a Women’s Firearm Safety class, and a General Public Firearm Safety Class in September. Senior Citizen Firearm Safety Class – September 13 | 8 AM – 12 PM | $30 Class Fee Women’s Firearm Safety Class – September 14 | 8 AM – 12 PM | $30 Class Fee General Public Firearm Safety Class – September 15 | 2 PM – 6 PM...

Public Notice | Washington Place Neighborhood Washington Place Neighborhood UPDATE July 30 | 10:30 AM Water service is restored in the Washington Place neighborhood. Residents may now resume normal water usage. __________________ On Tuesday, July 30, a contractor will be performing scheduled maintenance to the water line in the Washington Place neighborhood. As a result, water service will be temporarily interrupted during the day. Date: Tuesday, July 30 Duration: 9 AM -...

Arson Arrest Made Following Residential Fire in Perry On July 8, 2024, at around 13:00 hrs., the City of Perry Fire Department and Perry Police Department responded to a residential structure fire at 228 Shoshone Circle, Perry, Georgia. After the fire was extinguished by Perry Fire personnel, a joint investigation was launched into the cause and origin of the fire. It was determined that the fire was intentionally set and has been ruled arson by investigators. The investigation led...

Stop The Scam Information Session Hosted by the Perry Police Department Scams are everywhere, and the Perry Police Department wants to help you combat them! Join us for the FREE information session, "Stop The Scam," to learn how to identify and prevent common scams. Date: August 7, 2024 Time: 6 - 8 PM Location: Perry Police Department (1207 Washington Street) For more information, contact Officer Marcus Camps at (478) 988-2835 or Marcus.Camps@perry-ga.gov.

City of Perry Natural Gas Awarded National Operational Excellence The American Public Gas Association (APGA) presented the City of Perry Natural Gas system with the prestigious APGA System Operational Achievement Recognition (SOAR) for excellence in operating its natural gas utility. Public natural gas systems are entrusted by their customers to deliver clean and affordable natural gas through a safe and reliable distribution pipeline system. Out of approximately 750 APGA members,...

Mayor and Council recognized July as National Parks and Recreation Month at last night's Council Meeting! Parks and recreation play a vital role in our community by promoting health, wellness, physical activity, and economic prosperity. They also provide critical programs for youth development and environmental education. Join us as we celebrate the many parks and recreation activities in the City of Perry this month!

Mayor Randall Walker Inducted Into Georgia Municipal Hall of Fame City of Perry Mayor Randall Walker was inducted into the Georgia Municipal Government Hall of Fame on Monday, June 24 at the Georgia Municipal Association’s (GMA) Annual Convention in Savannah. Outgoing GMA President Mayor Walker is an exceptional leader known for his quiet, example-setting leadership style. With a background in Chevron and private business, Walker joined the Perry City Council in 2009 and became mayor...

The City Council Work Session scheduled for Monday, July 1, is canceled due to lack of agenda items. The upcoming City Council Meeting, slated for July 2, will proceed as scheduled at Perry City Hall, located at 808 Carroll Street. For more information about City Council and regularly scheduled meetings, please click here.

Public Notice | Woodlands and Wind River Subdivisions On Thursday, June 27, a contractor will be performing an upgrade to the water line in the Woodlands and Wind River Subdivisions. As a result, water service will be temporarily interrupted during the day. Date: Thursday, June 27 Duration: 10 AM - 1 PM (subject to change) Affected Area: Woodlands and Wind River Subdivisions Once water service is restored, residents will NOT be required to boil their water. We appreciate your...

Public Notice | Woodlands Subdivision On Thursday, June 13, a contractor will be performing an upgrade to the water line in the Woodlands Subdivision. As a result, water service will be temporarily interrupted during the day. Date: Thursday, June 13 Duration: 9 AM - 3 PM (subject to change) Affected Area: Woodlands Subdivision Once the water service is restored, residents will NOT be required to boil their water. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this...