Inside Perry, Georgia

In today's episode, Detective Constance Paige talks about some helpful tips to "Avoid the Grinch" this holiday season.

(0:33) Get to Know Detective Paige
(1:00) Tip #1: Making Travel Plans
(1:12) Traveling and Social Media
(1:30) Checking In...
(1:45) Pressing "Pause" On Deliveries
(2:10) Utilizing Automatic Light Timers
(3:02) Tip #2: 'Tis The Season For Some Holiday Shopping
(3:15) Parking Strategically
(3:26) No Distractions!
(3:44) Out Of Sight...
(3:59) Purses & Wallets
(4:23) Tip #3: Online Shopping 101
(4:32) Stick To What (Or Who) You Know
(5:23) Don't Get Scammed!
(5:47) Don't Click The Link!
(6:33) Don't "Act Immediately"!

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In today's episode, Tabitha Clark, Senior Communications Manager, and Amber Garrett, Communications Specialist, talk about how to make local government fun and engaging for Perry's citizens.

(0:58) Communication in Perry
(1:40) We're Only A Text Away
(3:02) 448,000 Hits and Counting
(4:22) We're On A Podcast!
(5:28) The Perry Preview
(6:10) The Non-Digital Side of Communications
(6:52) Perry University - Interactive Local Government
(8:01) Perry Youth Advisory Council - Engaging The Younger Generation
(9:33) Community Partner Engagement

Communications Office Services & Programs

• Perry Points - Texting & Texting Alerts
• City of Perry Website 
• Inside Perry, Georgia Podcast - - Listen To More Episodes
• Perry Preview - Monthly Newsletter
• Perry University

Learn more about the City of Perry Communications Office.

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In today's episode, we welcome Main Street Promotions Committee Chairman Cory Jones and Downtown Manager Alicia Hartley to talk all things festive this holiday season.

(1:06) Letters to Santa at Jones & Company
(1:56) It's All About Promotion
(2:35) We're All In This Together
(1:06) Send a Letter to Santa at Jones & Company
(3:30) We Have Your Calendar Set
(4:52) Better Than Black Friday
(5:49) Christmas Treet Lighting
(6:25) I Spy...A Great Deal!
(6:58) City of Perry Christmas Parade
(7:19) Don't Forget the Reindeer
(1:06) It's Christmas...On Stilts

2022 Historic Downtown Perry Holiday Events

• November 19 - Holiday Open House
• November 26 - Small Business Saturday & Christmas Tree Lighting
• December 3 - Perry Christmas Parade and Shop & Spy
• December 10 - North Pole Party
• December 17 - Historic Christmas on Carroll

Learn more about Historic Downtown Perry.

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In today's episode, we're giving you a quick look at Historic Downtown Perry's Fall events in 2020. Alicia Hartley, Downtown Manager, gives you the scoop in less than five minutes!

In this episode, you'll hear about...

(0:54) Fall Transformation
(1:03) 40 Of Our Closest Friends...Plus A Firefighter
(1:33) Starting From Scratch
(2:53) Make Sure You Look Up!
(3:15) Cameras At The Ready
(3:55) Bring On The Sweets!
(4:48) What To Expect During Sweets & Treats

Sweets & Treats
Historic Downtown Perry
Friday, October 28
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Curious where to park? View our Downtown Parking Map.

Learn more about Historic Downtown Perry by visiting our website. 

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In today's episode, we welcome City of Perry Chief Municipal Court Judge, James Freeman. We discuss the Court's efforts to recognize the interest of the citizens of Perry, GA in the enforcement of local laws while also recognizing the interest of defendants in receiving fair treatment and due process of law.

In this episode, you will learn...

(1:18) Get to Know Judge James Freeman
(1:44) What Kinds of Cases Does Municipal Court Handle?
(2:09) Misdemeanors vs. Felonies
(3:02) What is an Arraignment?
(4:37) What Can I Expect on my Court Date?
(5:39) Will I Go To Jail If I Can't Pay My Fines?
(6:14) What Happens If I Miss My Court Date?
(6:38) Not Guilty Plea vs. Guilty Plea vs. Nolo Plea
(7:52) Do I Have to Appear in Court to Pay My Citation?
(8:18) Hiring an Attorney for Your Case
(8:53) A Privilege Not to Be in Jail
(9:28) Yes,  the Judge DOES Get Calls in the Middle of the Night

Learn more about Perry's Municipal Court by visiting our website. 

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The 2nd Perry International Festival is September 24!

In this episode, City of Perry Special Events Coordinator Anya Turpin gives you tips on how to get the most out of this free festival in less than 5 minutes.

Official Perry International Festival Guide

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In today's episode, we welcome City of Perry Public Works Director Ansley Fitzner. We discuss the department's efforts to provide safe, prompt, reliable service to the residents and businesses of Perry.

The Department of Public Works is responsible for providing the following major services to the City and its residents:

• Proactive and responsive customer service
• General maintenance of all streets and rights of way
• Solid Waste pick-up and disposal
• Aesthetically pleasing public facilities and grounds
• Well-maintained and efficient public facilities
• Effective stormwater system maintenance

 In this episode, you will learn...

(0:53) It's Not Just Trash and Water...
(1:08) Let's Talk Buildings and Grounds
(2:01) The Ambiance of Downtown Perry 
(3:41) What is the City's Partnership with ESG Operations?
(4:12) As Long As The Toilets Flush and the Trash Gets Picked Up, We're Happy
(5:30) How Do I Contact the City if my Trash and/or Recycling is Not Picked Up?
(6:00) What is Stormwater Management?
(7:23) Retention Ponds vs. Detention Ponds
(7:55) City Streets 101
(8:40) The "All Other Duties As Assigned" Division
(8:57) Animal Control 
(9:41) Getting Rid of The Downtown Dumpsters
(10:57) Public Works on a Food Truck Friday

• Learn more about Public Works by visiting the City's website. 
  
  
• Contact Public Works at 478-988-2731.

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In today's episode, we welcome City of Perry Leisure Services Director Sedrick Swan. We discuss the department's efforts to enhance the community's physical, social, and emotional well-being through year-round programming for all ages.

 In this episode, you will learn...
 
(1:26) What is Leisure Services?
(1:58) What Happened This Summer?
(2:39) Something for Everyone
(3:25) The Goal of Leisure Services
(3:49) The Most Popular Sport
(4:12) How Do I Sign Up for A Sport or Program?
(4:33) A New Destination Park on the Horizon

• Learn more about Leisure Services by visiting the City's website.
  
  
• Sign up for a program or sport.

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In today's episode, we welcome City of Perry Interim Police Chief Alan Everidge. We discuss the City of Perry's latest safety initiative by installing automated school zone enforcement cameras near Perry-area schools. 
 
 In this episode, you will learn...
 
(1:20) Why Are They There?
(2:01) Where Are They?
(2:46) Can You See Them?
(3:23) The 30-Day Warning Period
(3:58) Enforcement Hours
(4:31) What Happens If You Receive A Citation?
(5:38) Where Does The Money Go?
(6:02) The Georgia Law That Supports Automated Enforcement Cameras

• Learn more about the Perry Police Department by visiting the City's website.
  
  
• View Frequently Asked Questions about the automated school zone enforcement cameras.
  
  
• Read O.C.G.A. § 40-14-18.

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In today's episode, we welcome City of Perry Chief Building Official, Cody Gunn. He talks about why it's called "Code Compliance" and not "Code Enforcement." Plus, there's the Nasty 9...
 
 In this episode we discuss...
 
(1:00) Why is it called Code Compliance - Not Enforcement?
(1:31) It's The Nasty 9...
(2:19) Gently, Please!
(4:11) Nuisance Abatement 
(6:37) A Little Light Reading - Code of Ordinances
(7:13) The Dreaded Mosquitos
(8:33) Do This To Stay Compliant

Learn more about Perry's Code Compliance Office by visiting the City's website.

View the Nasty 9.

View Perry's Code of Ordinances.

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