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The City of Perry Promotes Clean Neighborhoods, Health, and Housing

The City of Perry Promotes Clean Neighborhoods, Health, and Housing The Perry Trash Dash and Community Health & Housing Fair is scheduled for April 2. The City of Perry will host two events to promote clean, vibrant neighborhoods and offer free health and housing workshops on April 2. The Perry Trash Dash is scheduled for Saturday, April 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This City-wide event is designed to support community engagement and promote clean, vibrant neighborhoods....

Food Truck Friday - March 18 | Weather Update

Food Truck Friday - March 18 | Weather Update The City of Perry continues to proactively monitor the weather forecast for tomorrow's Food Truck Friday | Superhero Night event. Based on recent communications with local and regional advisors, we currently plan to proceed with tomorrow's event. We encourage attendees to be weather aware and follow our page for any event-related updates. To receive weather updates on your phone relating to Food Truck Friday and other City of Perry...

Kids Fishing Rodeo

Kids Fishing Rodeo The kids' fishing rodeo is back in town! This is an annual event to encourage youth to participate in outdoor leisure opportunities and learn about fishing. We welcome competitive and non-competitive participants. Each participant is asked to bring their own fishing pole and reels. Bail and tackle will be provided (while supplies last). Adults are encouraged to assist kids in baiting their hooking and fishing. Register online to save time at...

Road Closures - Peaches to Beaches Event

The annual Perry Lions Club Peaches to Beaches event will take place March 11-12 in Historic Downtown Perry. Please use caution when driving in this area.

Special Called Meeting | March 22

A special called meeting of Mayor and Council will take place on Tuesday, March 22 at 5:00 p.m. at the Perry Event Center. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the Strategic Plan. Agendas & Minutes City Council Information

City Hall Offices Closed February 21

City Hall Offices Closed February 21 All non-essential City offices will close on Monday, February 21 for the Presidents Day holiday. Trash pickup will continue normal operations. Yard debris and bulk pickup will not be picked up on Monday. Pickup will resume the following Monday, February 28.

Adult Softball Registration Through March 11, 2022

Leisure Services is accepting applications for the adult softball league until March 11. Team fee is $500 Free Agent fee is $25 Free agents are individuals with no team affiliation, but are interested in playing. The season begins April 4. Register Online Questions? Call Leisure Services at 478-988-2860.

Perry University Now Accepting Applications

Perry University Now Accepting Applications Perry University is now accepting applications for the Class of 2022 through February 14. This free, interactive program is an opportunity for Perry residents and business owners to learn more about their local government and how to be an active and engaged community member. Participants will learn about City leadership and government, economic and community development, quality of life, essential City services, and public...

Annual Spring Cleanup | April 4-8, 2022

Spring Cleanup will be effective April 4- April 8, 2022. Items will be picked up on your regular service day. 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. The bulk collection starts on Monday; however, the actual collection time will vary due to the total volume...

City Utilizes Texting As New Communication Tool

City Utilizes Texting As New Communication Tool The City of Perry is launching a new text messaging platform called Perry Points. Users can now report issues and find answers to common questions through interactive texting in partnership with Citibot. Using text messaging, users can quickly get answers to their questions, find information on various City services, send a message to staff, and sign up for text message notifications. The platform was developed with the latest AI-driven...

Temporary Impacts to Rotary Centennial Park

Trash Pickup Information

TRASH PICKUP INFORMATION Residents may see a delay in their scheduled trash pickup and recycling days due to staffing and other factors. The City's garbage pickup is contracted through Waste Management. However, if your trash or recycling is not collected by 6:00 p.m. on your scheduled pickup day, please contact Public Works the following day at (478) 988-2732. Waste Management is working diligently to resolve this issue.