ROAD CLOSURES FOR PERRY CHRISTMAS PARADE The Perry Christmas Parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. TOMORROW. Road closures include: Washington Street Washington Street/Commerce Street intersection Main Street Courtney Hodges Boulevard For more information, visit the Perry Georgia Christmas Parade Facebook page. Please note: The Christmas parade is not a City of Perry sponsored event.

The City of Perry partnered with the Middle Georgia Regional Commission to develop a strategic plan focused on quality of life amenities, future focus points, and identifying Perry’s strengths and challenges. The plan is now ready for review and we want your thoughts on it! Community members are welcome to attend and provide feedback on the draft comprehensive plan on December 16 at the Houston County Annex (200 Carl Vinson Parkway). The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m.

Accepting Used Cooking Oil for Recycling The City’s Vehicle Maintenance Department is accepting used cooking oil for recycling. Oil may be dropped off anytime at the vehicle maintenance shop (500 Ball Street) anytime Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. For more information, contact Bob Taylor at (478) 988-2882.

Historic Downtown Perry invites you to shop local and help Perry’s economy thrive during Small Business Saturday on November 27. The Main Street Advisory Board is giving away a chance to win $250 Downtown Dollars for those who visit and shop in Historic Downtown Perry. Visiting a participating business = 1 token Making a purchase at a business = +1 token Collect 20 tokens and turn them in for a chance to win $250 Downtown Dollars.

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Historic Downtown Perry Hosts Holiday Events The Perry Downtown Promotions Committee announces events through December for the Holiday shopping season. Holiday Open House – November 20 – Get a glimpse of what our downtown has to offer for the holiday season! Shops are open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Small Business Saturday – November 27 – Shop downtown for a chance to win $250 Downtown Dollars. Shops are open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. North Pole Party – December 4...

City Celebrates Andrews Heights Park The City of Perry hosted a dedication for Andrew Heights Park on November 18 to further provide pocket parks to neighborhoods. The 0.24-acre park is designed as part of the Perry Downtown Development Authority’s (DDA) Master Plan and incorporates the expansion of the Downtown District. Amenities include swings for various ages and abilities, inclusive spinner, and a concrete picnic table under the shade of large oak trees. Andrews Heights Park...

Westfield Student Wins 2021 Fire Safety Poster Contest Congratulations to the 2021 Fire Safety Poster Contest Winners! Winner - Ella Cannon, The Westfield School Runner Up - Paxton Wood, Langston Road Elementary Honorable Mention - Kelli Pomazal, Langston Road Elementary This year's theme was "Learn the Sound of Fire Safety!" Ella will receive the grand prize of riding on the fire truck during the December 4 Christmas Parade, a pizza party for her class, and a fire truck ride...

Perry Council Recognizes Small Businesses Mayor and City Council proclaimed the Saturday after Thanksgiving as Small Business Saturday. The City of Perry supports local businesses that create jobs, boost our economy, and preserve our communities. According to the United States Small Business Administration, there are 31.7 million small businesses in the United States and are responsible for creating 65.1% of net new jobs. Mayor Walker, along with City of Perry Downtown Manager,...

The Passing of Former Perry Mayor Jimmy Faircloth It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge the passing of former Perry Mayor Jimmy Faircloth. On behalf of myself and the council, we offer our deepest condolences to Mayor Faircloth's family during this difficult time. Mayor Faircloth was a champion for Perry's continued success in community and economic development during his nine years of service as Perry's mayor. His contributions to this community will always be remembered....

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Perry Awarded Vibrant Communities Grant from Georgia Council for the Arts Perry has been awarded a Vibrant Communities grant by the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA), a division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development. Fifty-seven entities in 43 counties statewide received grants through the 2022 program. The funding will be used for additional cultural presentations at Perry’s International Festival on November 6. “Arts events supported by Vibrant Communities grants...