City of Perry, Iowa

06/05/2026

TOMORROW!!!

Summer officially begins with the Perry Public Library FamilyFest! This exciting, family-friendly event will kick off our highly anticipated Summer Library Program. Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 6th, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm, for this can’t-miss event. Bring your entire family to enjoy a variety of free activities, including the Foam Blaster, giant bubbles, inflatables, outdoor games, a gaming truck filled with a selection of consoles, balloon twisters, a dunk tank, and a petting zoo!

Plus, this year, history will come alive at FamilyFest as Live History pays a visit to Perry! Live History, an international touring theater company, specializes in bringing your local history to life. FamilyFest participants will experience Live History’s interactive theatrical experience by joining in missions, tasks, and puzzle-based interactions with live performers – all based on Perry’s unique and rich history! “In Time” is the perfect free, immersive experience to kick off our Summer Library Program, celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with the theme “Read, White, and Blue.”

The Perry Volunteer Fire Department and the Friends of the Perry Public Library will also offer a $2.00 meal of either a hot dog or pork loin as a fundraiser. Thank you to our collaborative partners and sponsors who make this event possible: City of Perry, Friends of the Perry Public Library, Perry Public Library Foundation, Bock Family Foundation, Dallas County Public Health, Hispanics United for Perry, Iowa PBS, Perry Volunteer Fire Department, Rotary Club of Perry, Fareway, Raccoon Valley Radio, HyVee, and Rhonda Olson’s Popcorn Stand. For more information, go to www.perry.lib.ia.us, visit the library, or call the library at 515-465-3569.

06/04/2026

Black kitten found in the 1400 block of Paul Street. Please contact the Raccoon River Pet Rescue for more information.

06/04/2026

⚠️ Farmers Market Canceled Tonight ⚠️
Due to the forecast for thunderstorms, lightning, and the Flash Flood Watch currently in effect, tonight's Downtown Perry Farmers Market has been canceled.
While we know this is disappointing, the safety of our vendors, attendees, volunteers, and staff must come first.
Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to kicking off the season with kids' night next Thursday! Join us at the Downtown Perry Farmers Market next Thursday from 4:00–7:00 PM!

06/04/2026

The National Weather Service has indicated that flooding is possible this evening and tomorrow.

Bottom Line Up Front: Storms are likely tonight, mainly after 6 PM through 6 AM. Heavy rainfall of 2 to 4 inches in is the main threat. Dallas County is under a Flood Watch. Additional storms are possible late Friday evening, with damaging wind and hail possible, though current trends from the National Weather Service forecasters indicate a potential shift to Southern Iowa, conditional on tonight's storms.

Additional forecast information is available through the National Weather Service Des Moines Severe Weather Decision Support Services Page.

Requested Actions: River and stream conditions in Dallas County are currently at normal levels, however heavy rain from slow moving storms could produce some sharp rises. Urban flooding is of greater concern. Consider message reminding public to avoid driving through flooded areas and of frequent trouble spots. See graphic in attached slides regarding Flooding At Night.

EMA Duty Officer: The duty officer is available 24/7 by contacting Dallas County Sheriff's Office Communications at 515-993-4567. Please report any damage or flooding within your jurisdiction and resource requests to the duty officer for EMA coordination and support.

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

Downtown Construction Update – Starting June 3

More parts of Warford Street will close for construction. Workers will fix pipes underground and start paving the road. This helps us stay on track for RAGBRAI on July 21.

What’s Closing:
• The corner of 2nd & Warford
• Warford from 2nd to 3rd

What Stays Open:
• Raccoon Valley Bank drive‑thru
• Walking paths to Farm Store & Bakery, Mary Rose Collective, and La Poste
• All downtown businesses

Parking:
• City lots at 1st & Warford, Caboose Park, and 2nd & Pattee
• La Poste back lot (Mon–Fri)

Trail Detour:
• High Trestle Trail downtown route will move to 3rd Street for now.

Please follow signs and stay out of construction zones for safety.
More updates at perryia.org.

06/01/2026

We've had several calls today asking about the Primary Election voting locations for Perry Residents.

To easily see where to go to cast ballots, Tuesday June 2nd, go to this address:

https://apps.sos.iowa.gov/elections/voterreg/pollingplace/search.aspx

06/01/2026

Good Morning, attached you will find the Agenda for today's (Monday June 1st) meeting at 6:00pm in the Clarion Room in the Security Bank Building (City Hall), 1102 Willis Ave.

This meeting will be recorded and may be attended electronically via Zoom upon a request made to City Hall by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting.

05/30/2026

These little pups were found in the ditch along Park Street west of town. There's got to be a nursing mama missing her pups. If you have any information about these puppies or if you think you've found the nursing mama dog, please contact Raccoon River Pet Rescue.