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Perry Trash Dash To Promote Clean, Vibrant Neighborhoods

Perry Trash Dash To Promote Clean, Vibrant Neighborhoods The City of Perry Community Development Department will host the annual Trash Dash to promote clean, vibrant neighborhoods on April 22. This City-wide event is designed to support community engagement and promote clean, vibrant neighborhoods. Participants are encouraged to register as an individual or team to see who can pick up the most trash around the city. Participants will meet at the Perry Events Center (1121 Macon Road)...

Water Disruption In Massee Lane and Duncan Avenue Area

WATER DISRUPTION - MASSEE LANE AND DUNCAN AVENUE UPDATE - April 10 - 5:30 pm Water service is restored. A boil water advisory is NOT needed. A contractor damaged a water main in the Massee Lane and Duncan Avenue area. This will cause water disruption in the area for the next several hours. More information to come once available. Receive text alerts straight to your smartphone by texting “HELLO” to (888) 49-PERRY (73779), click on the link, subscribe to "Public Works News"...

Historic Downtown Perry Hosts Annual Wine Tasting Event - SOLD OUT

Historic Downtown Perry Hosts Annual Wine Tasting Event UPDATE – April 14, 2023 Tickets for Downtown Perry's Wine Tasting - Spring 2023 are officially sold out! Thank you to everyone that has purchased tickets in support of Downtown Perry. Didn't have a chance to purchase tickets? You can still enjoy Downtown Perry on the evening of April 15 for live music and shopping late. Food and beverage will be available for purchase throughout downtown, including wine from local wineries,...

Annual Spring Cleanup Set For April 10-14

Annual Spring Cleanup Set For April 10-14 The City of Perry’s annual Spring Cleanup event happens April 10-14 for the City’s residential customers. The Spring Cleanup program includes some items that are normally not hauled off by the standard trash service. Items will be picked up on the customer’s regular pick up day. Bulk collection begins on Monday, April 10, however, the actual collection time will vary due to the location, total volume, and type of materials set...

Community Health & Housing Fair Coming Back to Perry Community

Community Health & Housing Fair Coming Back to Perry Community The annual Perry Community Health and Housing Fair is scheduled for Saturday, April 8 at the Perry Events Center. The event is Noon through 2:00 p.m. Participants will enjoy interacting with various Houston County health and housing professionals while browsing a variety of vendor booths. Due to the weather forecast, all event activities will take place inside the Perry Events Center. Attendees will meet health and...

District Discussions District 2 Town Hall

District Discussions District 2 Town Hall The 2023 District Discussions community events continue with District 2 Discussions on Tuesday, April 11 at Perry Middle School. The event begins at 6:00 p.m. District 2 councilmembers Robert Jones and Joy Peterson will hold this special town hall meeting to discuss the success, challenges, and upcoming projects for District 2 community members. Attendees are welcome to bring their questions, comments, and discussions. City of Perry...

Perry Leisure Services Hosts Annual Egg Hunt for the Special Needs Community

Perry Leisure Services Hosts Annual Egg Hunt for the Special Needs Community NOTE: If it’s raining, the event will be held indoors at the Worrall Center at Rozar Park. The annual Special Needs Community Egg Hunt, hosted by Perry Leisure Services, is scheduled for Saturday, April 1 at Rozar Park. On-site registration begins at 10:00 a.m. This free event invites the Special Needs Community, including their family and friends, to come together for an inclusive egg hunt and fun...

Perry Police Department to Host Women’s Firearm Safety Class

Perry Police Department to Host Women’s Firearm Safety Class 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...

Shamrock N Roll Food Truck Friday Cancelled Due to Weather Forecast

Shamrock N Roll Food Truck Friday Cancelled Due to Weather Forecast The Shamrock N Roll Food Truck Friday event scheduled for Friday, March 17 is cancelled due to the unfavorable weather forecast. Other upcoming City of Perry events may be found at https://perry-ga.gov/special-events-information. Event updates are also sent out via Perry Points text alerts. Sign up for text alerts by texting HELLO to (888)49-PERRY (73779). Click on the link and sign up for Perry Events...

Perry Police Department Receives Continued State Certification

Perry Police Department Receives Continued State Certification The Perry Police Department was awarded state certification by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police for their dedication to service to the Georgia Law Enforcement Certification Program. The certification status represents a significant professional achievement for a law enforcement agency. It acknowledges the implementation of policies and procedures are conceptually sound and operationally effective. The review...

Perry Leisure Services Instructional Classes

Did you know that Perry Leisure Services offers weekly instructional classes? The mission is to provide activities for everyone to enjoy. That's why we offer programs that range from physical to educationally informative! Current classes include: - Chess Club - Contemporary Ballroom Dancing - Senior Exercise - Square Dancing - Soul Line Dancing - Judo/Taekwondo - Pickleball - Bingo If you're looking to get involved, you can visit...

City of Perry's Georgia Initiative for Community Housing Alumni Certification Extended

City of Perry’s Georgia Initiative for Community Housing Alumni Certification Extended 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. There are five criteria that...