Inside Perry, Georgia

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Walking In A Downtown Wonderland | Historic Downtown Perry Holiday Preview Nov 09, 2022

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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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The Scarecrow Takeover & Sweets and Treats - Historic Downtown Perry's Fall Preview 2022 Sep 29, 2022

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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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We hope to see you around in our amazing community...Where Georgia Comes Together.

Everything You Need to Know About Municipal Court Sep 27, 2022

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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.

Inside the Perry International Festival 2022 Sep 15, 2022

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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
Learn more about Perry Special Events.

It's Not Just Trash and Water... - City of Perry Public Works Sep 02, 2022

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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.

Something To Do In Your Free Time - City of Perry Leisure Services Aug 15, 2022

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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.

School Zone Cameras - Perry Police Department Aug 15, 2022

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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.

A Little Light Reading - Code Compliance in Perry Aug 15, 2022

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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.

Like A Hallmark Movie - Historic Downtown Perry Aug 04, 2022

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In today's episode, we welcome City of Perry Downtown Manager, Alicia Hartley. She gives up an update on the new happenings in Historic Downtown Perry. We also ask her for a sneak peek at what's next.
In this episode we discuss...
(1:03) What's New?
(2:36) It's A Hallmark Movie.
(3:32) 1,000 Of Our Closest Friends
(5:12) It's All In The Details
(5:36) The True Heart of Downtown Perry
(6:18) Shop, Dine...and Live?!
(7:04) Parking & Walkability
(7:46) Drink & Stroll
(8:37) What's A Parklet?
(9:15) Main Street Advisory Board
(10:03) Downtown Development Authority
(10:28) Welcome Home

Learn more about Historic Downtown Perry by visiting the City's website.
Follow them on Facebook and Instagram!

View the Downtown Parking map.
View the Restaurant District map.

Blazing A Trail - Perry Fire & Emergency Services Aug 03, 2022

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In today's episode, we welcome Perry Fire & Emergency Services Assistant Chief Kirk Crumpton.
In this episode we discuss...
(1:02) It Begins With A Car Fire
(1:52) Not Just A Fire Department
(2:37) A Tale of Two Stations
(2:51) A Typical Day
(3:12) Through Thick and Thin
(3:55) Wake Up!
(5:08) You Have Two Minutes
(5:38) The Layers of Protection
(6:38) 60% Of Calls Are...
(7:32) Watch The Extension Cords
(7:50) Showing the Public What They Do
(8:29) Fires Of The Future
Learn more about Perry Fire & Emergency Servies by visiting the City's website.
Follow them on Facebook!

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