About Perry
These are just a few of the characteristics that make Perry a great community.
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Government
The City of Perry is governed by a charter form of government consisting of a mayor and 8 council members representing 4 wards. Current Mayor is Lawrence Wortham.
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Employment
In addition to the City of Perry, Perry’s top employers include Ditch Witch, Oklahoma Department of Transportation, Perry Public Schools, and Perry Memorial Hospital.
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Education
Perry Public Schools offer K-12 instruction. Meridian Technology Center, Northern Oklahoma College, and Oklahoma State University are each just minutes away.