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Perry Fire & Emergency Services Recognized With Life Saving Award

Mayor and Council recognized members of the City of Perry Fire & Emergency Services with the Life Saving award for their response to a gunshot wound victim in January. Perry Police Department officers apprehended the suspect shortly after the incident. Battalion Chief Charles Mundy, Captain Kenneth Genthner, Lieutenant Gerald Michel, Sergeant Brian Banks, Sergeant Jonathan Yoder, and Firefighters Kyle Newsome, Nadad Jeanjulien, Jeremy Douglas, and Keion Johnson were among those...

Perry Police Hosts Crisis Intervention Training

The Perry Police Department was proud to host the Georgia Crisis Intervention Team Training instructed by the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in February. This intensive, 40-hour five day training prepares law enforcement officers and other public safety personnel with the skills to assist those with mental illness, co-occurring disorders, substance abuse, developmental disorders, or other brain disorders who are in crisis. Officers were trained to continue the advancement of...

Perry in 5 | February 2021

This month in Perry in 5 we discuss celebrating Black History Month, the Sites & Buildings database launch, the latest on the CIty’s COVID-19 adjustments, and the Rural Zone successes.

City of Perry Celebrates Distinguished African Americans During Black History Month

The City of Perry is celebrating Black History Month by recognizing distinguished African Americans who made an impact on Perry. Banners celebrating prominent Perry natives are placed along Historic Downtown Perry and General Courtney Hodges Boulevard with their picture and lists significant contributions to the community. Council Member Phyllis Bynum-Grace spearheaded this project and worked with City staff to make this recognition a reality. Her mission was to connect all...

City Hires Downtown Manager

The City of Perry is thrilled to welcome Ms. Jazmin Thomas as the new Downtown Manager. An integral part of the Perry team, Ms. Thomas will be the “eyes and ears” of the City in the Downtown Development District. She will serve as the liaison between the City and District property owners, businesses, and visitors. “Our historic downtown is at the heart of what makes Perry a great place to live, work, and play. We’re excited for Ms. Thomas to continue the great work of promoting...

Rozar Park Playground Closed Due to Construction

Beginning Monday, January 25 the Rozar Park playground will be closed due to construction. The closure is expected to last for two weeks. In the meantime, we invite you to explore one of our other fantastic parks! Barbara Calhoun Park (1802 Tucker Road) features a tennis court, small playground area, and picnic tables. Creekwood Park (110 Ida Lasseter Circle) has a large playground and picnic area, Traffic Park, and White Tail Trail linking to Perry’s beautiful nature trail...

Virtual Work Session & Council Meeting | February 1-2, 2021

Due to COVID-19 concerns – the February 1, 2021 work session and February 2, 2021 council meeting will be closed to general public attendance. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 50-14-1(g), the meetings are available to the public via teleconference and Facebook live streaming. The meetings begin at 5:00 p.m. To join the meeting by phone: Dial (425) 436-6367 Access Code: 850369 If you choose this option, you will need to mute your phone. To join the meeting by Facebook. This will allow you...

COVID-19 Adjustments

Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in Houston County- we are implementing adjustments to City services. The adjustments are anticipated to last through January 2021 and then reassessed. City’s COVID-19 protocols

Perry in 5

Happy New Year 2021! Here’s what’s happening in Perry this month. – Record commercial and residential growth – 2020 was an award winning year for the City of Perry – Stay connected through the Your Perry app – Special Events in 2021 – Moving forward to a bright future

A Message From Mayor Walker

COVID-19 cases are up in Houston County. Mayor Walker encourages everyone to stay safe by following CDC guidelines: Wear a mask when social distancing isn’t possible. Wash your hands frequently with soap or hand sanitize. Maintain social distance by keeping 6 feet between yourself and other people. Learn more at www.cdc.gov/Coronavirus.

Bob’s Digital Drop

The City of Perry’s annual Buzzard Drop event is a New Year’s Eve traditional celebrated by thousands annually! This year, we will be hosting the event online with Bob’s Digital Drop! This New Year’s Eve, tune in from the comfort of your home to the City of Perry’s Facebook page as we host the Kiddie Countdown at 9 PM and again at 12 AM for the Buzzard Drop! A limited number of FREE Kiddie Countdown Kits* will be available for curbside pickup outside of the Worrall Center at...

Holiday Safety Reminders!

We’re so excited to celebrate the holidays this week! Here’s a few holiday safety reminders and suggestions to have a safe holiday celebration!