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Celebrating National Historic Preservation Month

We proudly recognize May as National Historic Preservation Month. The National Trust for Historic Preservation was established in 1973 as a way to promote historic places for the purpose of instilling national and community pride, promoting heritage tourism, and showing the social and economic benefits of historic preservation. Mrs. Ellie Loudermilk, president of the Perry Area Historical Society, is pictured with City of Perry Downtown Manager Jazmin Thomas, and Mayor...

Downtown Perry Wine Tasting Event May 21

With more wine stops than ever, make your way around the downtown district, stopping into the many businesses for wine samples. Be sure to enjoy food and beverages from the various restaurants and pick up something fun from one of the shops! We will be setting the mood with sounds from the DJ, so plan to make it a night on the town! All event-goers must be 21 years of age or older. Government issued ID is required at check-in. Tickets are $30. Purchase Tickets

Fiscal Year 2022 Proposed Operating Budget

The official public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at the Perry Events Center (1121 Macon Road). The meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. Public input is welcome. _______________________ May 4, 2021 Mayor and Council City of Perry 1211 Washington Street Perry, Georgia 31069 Re: Recommended FY-2022 Operating Budget Honorable Elected Officials: Provided for your review and consideration is the recommended FY-2022 Recommended Operating Budget. This budget...

Downtown Traffic Changes

Traffic lights will be removed from the intersections of Carroll Street/Jernigan Street and Main Street/Jernigan Street. This will allow traffic to move freely on Carroll Street and Main Street. Please use caution and patience as we implement this new traffic change.

Perry Fire & Emergency Services Promotions

On April 20, 2021 Mayor and Council approved the reoganization of Perry Fire & Emergency Services and promotions of the fire executive staff. Assistant Fire Chief Kirk Crumpton has been with the fire department since 2004 and is responsible for fire department operations. He will directly oversee the Fire Captains, shift commanders, and direct policy and procedures for operations. He also manages the department’s logistics (uniforms, tools, equipment, etc.), and assists with...

Criminal Record Restriction Day

Criminal Record Restriction Day The Perry Police Department, Trust Initiative, and other participating agencies, are hosting Criminal Record Restriction Day on April 24, 2021 from 10:00 A.M.- 2:00 P.M. at the Perry Events Center. Your criminal record may be eligible for restriction if: You have not been convicted Certain misdemeanors while under the age of 21 Completed a pre-trial intervention (PTI)/diversion program Completed first offender case: sealed If your case...

Dogwood Derby Set For April 10 POSTPONED

UPDATE (April 9, 2021): Due to forecasted inclement weather, the Dogwood Derby is postponed. A rescheduled date for the event will be announced once available. Dogwood Derby Set for April 10 The official City of Perry Dogwood Derby will be held in Historic Downtown Perry on Saturday, April 10. The event is free to attend from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. An officially sanctioned Perry Dogwood Festival event, the public is invited to spend the morning watching derby cars of all...

Citizen Report | Fiscal Year 2020

Citizen Report | Fiscal Year 2020 Interested to see where your City taxpayer dollars went during the 2020 fiscal year? Our Citizen Report breaks down where money was spent in our community. View Report Note: The publication is best viewed in full screen mode.

Perry Police Arrest Aggravated Assault Suspect

Perry Police Arrest Aggravated Assault Suspect On April 1, 2021 at 1:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1200-block of Jackson Lane in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, officers determined that multiple shots were fired with two victims. One victim is 20 years old from Warner Robins and shot three times. The second victim is a 23-year-old from Warner Robins and shot once. Both victims were treated at Navicent Hospital in Macon. Officers arrested Turan D Lee (21 years old,...

Spring Cleanup to Collect Unwanted Items

The City of Perry will hold the annual Spring Cleanup April 26 – 30. Public Works staff will pick up items unwanted items at curbside such as household items, appliances, tires (4 per residence), and old paint (must be solidified with kitty litter or other absorbent). Items not accepted include hazardous materials, pesticides, chemical, or biohazard materials. Residents can place their unwanted items next to their trash cans during their normal scheduled pickup day. For...

Mandatory 10-Digit Dialing Effective October 2021

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) designated 988 as the new, nationwide, 3-digit phone number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This designation requires all phone service providers to direct all 988 calls to the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by July 16, 2022. To ensure all 988 calls reach the Lifeline, all covered providers are required to implement 10-digit dialing in areas that use 988 as the first three numbers in the seven-digit phone...

Perry Police Arrest Murder Suspect

"This is outstanding work by Squad 4 and a great example of going beyond the initial call. Our men and women do an outstanding job of taking the lead and running with it. This is what keeps Perry safe." - Chief Lynn Houston Home Journal Article