Fire Safety Poster Contest 2021 Accepting Applications! The City of Perry Fire & Emergency Services invites all Perry third graders to showcase their artistic talent and their commitment to fire safety by participating in the 3rd annual Fire Safety Poster Contest. The 2021 poster theme is Learn The Sound of Fire Safety! Requirements All 3rd-grade students in City of Perry public, private, and homeschool are eligible. Must be original artwork. Posters must be done on paper....

City of Perry Hosts Treats on the Trail The City of Perry will host Treats on the Trail at Heritage Oaks Park on Saturday, October 2 from 4 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Treats on the Trail is a unique trick-or-treating experience by combining a Halloween-themed hike and candy hunt. Dream a Little Wish Entertainment is partnering with the City to bring a cast of magical characters for attendees to meet at Treats on the Trail. Characters include the Sanderson Sisters (Hocus Pocus), Anna and Else...

Restaurant Career Fair To Connect With Future Employees The City of Perry will host a Restaurant Career Fair on September 22 to connect local restaurants with their future employees. Participating restaurants include Cracker Barrel, The Swanson, IHOP, Bodega Brew, Waffle House, Domino’s, Chick-Fil-A, Schultze’s, Hazard’s, The Perfect Pear Catering, Sonny’s BBQ, Red Lobster, Houston Lake Country Club, and Wendy’s will be on-site to conduct interviews and help attendees with...

City of Perry Approves COVID-19 Restrictions Policy Perry City Council adopted a new COVID-19 restrictions policy at their August 30, 2021 called meeting. This policy was created to establish clear guidelines for City sponsored events during the pandemic. COVID-19 Restrictions Policy The policy outlines the following: City administration will provide a weekly report of new COVID positive cases and current hospitalized patients in Houston County to all interested parties. If...

Consolidation Notice (updated 8/26/21) Early Tabulation of Absentee Ballots Early Voting Calendar Logic and Accuracy Testing (updated 8/26/21) Sample Ballot (City of Perry)

We're seeking a person to fill a position on the countywide animal control board! The person appointed to this position will represent the City of Perry to review animal control action repeals, make recommendations to governing authorities about animal control regulations, and assist in developing public education materials for animal maintenance and control. Interested? Contact City of Perry City Clerk, Annie Warren, at (478) 988-2736 or annie.warren@perry-ga.gov.

UPDATED COVID-19 PROTOCOLS After speaking with healthcare officials about the increase in Houston County hospitalizations, the following protocols are effective as of August 5, 2021: City of Perry sponsored events are canceled for the next thirty days. This includes Food Truck Friday on August 13, Perry Presents on August 20, and Workout in the Park on August 28. A face mask is required to enter any City facility, public meeting, and Municipal Court. City officials will...

Mayor Walker Appointed to State Board Governor Brian Kemp appointed Mayor Walker to the Board of Community Affairs last Friday. The board focuses on local government assistance, community and economic development, and safe and affordable housing. Learn more at dca.ga.gov/.

Two Arrested In July 24 Homicide On July 24, 2021, at 11:15 pm, Perry police officers responded to a shots fired call at Mason Terrace Apartments. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 77-year-old black male, Willie Jacox (address of 110 Ridge Court, Centerville, Georgia), had been shot multiple times and was not responsive. Jacox was pronounced dead at the scene. Responding officers were informed that a black male and a black female were observed quickly walking away from the area of the...

Perry’s ISO Rating Improves The City of Perry recently received an Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating of Class 3/3x. Perry’s previous rating was 4/4x. This designation puts Perry in the top 15% nationwide. The ISO evaluates fire departments across the nation to determine how well-equipped they are to respond and extinguish fires in their community. The scale is rated from 1 to 10, with 1 being the best. Many insurance companies use this rating in calculating insurance premiums...

Hotel Deal Signed at Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter A new hotel is coming to the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter. A land lease was signed between LNW Hospitality, a hotel developer, owner, and operator and the Georgia Agricultural Exposition Authority (GAEA) to construct a new hotel beside the Miller Murphy Howard Building. GAEA Chairman Foster Rhodes and JJ Singh, Director of LNW Hospitality, signed the lease agreement on July 14. The hotel will consist of...

Join us for the Creekwood Splash and Bash on Saturday, July 24 from 10 AM to 1 PM for a splashing good time! We'll have inflatables, trail rides, food trucks, backpack giveaways - and of course - our famous Splashpad! Learn more about the Creekwood Splashpad at https://perry-ga.gov/leisure-services/parks/creekwood-splashpad. U Create Macon will teach a basic bike safety course with a ride through Whitetail Trail. Class begins at 11 AM and be sure to bring your own bike! We'll...