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Perry County U.S. EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant 2020
Perry County Ohio was recently awarded a $300,000 grant to conduct environmental studies on eligible brownfield sites within the County. The ultimate goal of this grant funding is to create market-ready sites for new businesses to grow the local economy.
The Perry County Senior Center Will Not Be Opening on September 21, 2020
The Perry County Ohio Senior Center will not be opening on Monday, September 21, 2020.
In honor of the lives lost in the attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001
The New Lexington, Ohio Fire Department honoring the lives lost in the attack that occurred on September 11, 2001.
HAPCAP Offering Safety Items to Residents | September 8, 2020
Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) is providing free face masks and gun locks to residents of Hocking, Athens, and Perry Counties.
A Truckload of Stories Available in Southeast Ohio | September 9, 2020
Hocking Athens Perry Community Action has received 35,000 books to distribute as learning gifts. The books cover a range of grades and age levels, and are available to any organization in the community that is interested in partnering with us to distribute them to children. To date, HAPCAP has distributed over 10,000 books to families served by HAPCAP programs in addition to providing books to local organizations.
Technology and Engagement for Older Adults and Seniors
Perry County Ohio Job & Family Services will offer Technology and Engagement Classes for Older Adults and Seniors beginning in September, 2020.
Perry County Municipal Court Community Service Program
The Perry County Ohio Municipal Court Community Service Program offers a way for people convicted of a misdemeanor to make reparations to the community.
The Perry County Suicide Prevention Coalition Meetings Will Resume on Tuesday, September 1, 2020
The Perry County Ohio Suicide Prevention Coalition Meetings Will Resume on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom.
The Perry County Drug Prevention Coalition Meetings Will Resume on Tuesday, September 1, 2020
The Perry County Ohio Drug Prevention Coalition Meetings Will Resume on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the Perry Behavioral Health Choices Activity Center - New Lexington, Ohio.
Perry County Dog Shelter Dogs Available For Adoption
The Perry County Ohio Dog Shelter maintains an up-to-date listing of dogs available for adoption. This listing includes photos, description, and an adoption application.
August 2020 Eco-Tip… tips to help the Earth!
Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling discusses what to do with old paint.
Ohio Public Health Advisory System Update for August 6, 2020
(COLUMBUS, Ohio - August 6, 2020)—The Ohio Department of Health today released the weekly Ohio Public Health Advisory System update. Mercer County has reached Level 3 (red) of the Ohio Public Health Advisory System. Additionally, three previously red counties improved to Level 2 (orange) of the Ohio Public Health Advisory: Hamilton, Henry, and Lawrence.
Governor DeWine Tests Positive for COVID-19 August 6, 2020
(COLUMBUS, Ohio - August 6, 2020)—Today, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine took a test for COVID-19 as part of the standard protocol to greet President Donald Trump on the tarmac at Burke Lakefront Airport in Cleveland. Governor DeWine tested positive. Governor DeWine has no symptoms at the present time.
HAPCAP OPERATING WATER BILL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | July 27, 2020
(GLOUSTER, OH - July 27, 2020) - Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) is accepting appointments for their water bill assistance program. This program is for income-eligible residents with a notice of being disconnected from their water source. Eligibility has been expanded due to the coronavirus pandemic.
July 2020 Eco-Tip... tips to help the Earth!
Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling announces Adopt-a-Bin at the Perry County Fair.
Red Cross Volunteer Shelter Service Associates and Shelter Nurses Will Be Needed Soon!
Be ready to help! Due to predictions for an active hurricane and wildfire season and the complexities of COVID-19, the Red Cross will need thousands of volunteers to care for people when disasters strike. Train now to be a Ready Red Cross Shelter Volunteer so you can answer the call when it is needed most!
Updated Perry County Personnel Policy Manual to Revision 06/24/2020
Updated the Perry County Ohio Personnel Policy Manual to Revision 06/24/2020.
Outdoor Visiting At Fairview Assisted Living
With the Governor easing restrictions regarding returning to work and opening of the economy, Fairview Assisted Living has decided to now allow outdoor visiting to commence. All visiting however will still need to follow current orders.
Perry County Congregate Living Coalition
Through Governor DeWine’s office, and in collaboration with Ohio Department of Health and the Ohio Hospital Association, there has been a request to develop “Congregate Living Coalition(s).” That is, it is the desire to work collaboratively to ensure connections and where possible, resources to help mitigate or diminish the exposure and spread of COVID-19 in our communities and particularly, in congregate living facilities.
Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling B & I Newsletter Summer 2020
Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling Business & Industry Newsletter Summer 2020 featuring Business Kudos.
Perry County Counts 2020 Census PSA Video
Perry County Ohio Juvenile and Probate Court Judge Luann Cooperrider and others present a Public Service Announcement discussing the 2020 Census in Perry County.
June 2020 Eco-Tip... tips to help the Earth!
Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling announces all 21+ recycling bin locations are back.
Perry County Children Services NEW website is up and running
Perry County Ohio Children Services Board has a new website
Inside Mount Aloysius Summer 2020 Newsletter
Inside This Issue: Board of Directors & CEO Update ** Director Davis Visits Perry County ** Welcome Note ** Options Update ** Pictures ** Plus Much More!
2019 Drinking Water Consumer Confidence Report now available for Northern Perry County Water Thornville (#1) and Burr Oak (#2)
The Northern Perry County Water #1 and #2 water systems has prepared the following reports to provide information to you, the consumer on the quality of our drinking water. This report is required as part of the Safe Drinking Water Act Re-authorization of 1996 and is required to be delivered to the consumer by May 28, 2020. Included within this report are general health information, water quality test results, and water system contacts.
HAPCAP ANNOUNCES RENT AND MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Hocking Athens Perry Community Action, on behalf of the Hocking, Athens and Perry County Commissioners will begin accepting applications for Emergency Housing Assistance (EHA) on May 20, 2020. Assistance can provide up to 3 months of emergency rent or mortgage assistance for eligible households .
Ohio EMA Update May 22, 2020
After a couple of months spent at home due to COVID-19, many Ohioans will be venturing out this Memorial Day weekend, especially now that most Ohio businesses are open. Ohio Emergency Management Agency wants to remind Ohioans to stay safe this long-weekend.
Perry County Recycling Update
Recycling bin locations as of May 18, 2020: PerCo at North Entrance, Thornport by TC Market, Shawnee Main St, Crooksville behind Shrivers Pharmacy/Hardware, Junction City behind King's, Somerset by Family Dollar.
May 2020 Eco-tip…Tips to help the Earth!
Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling: May 2020 Eco-tip... tips to help the Earth! Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling is pleased to begin accepting materials again since Earth Day 2020! Current locations: New Lexington at PerCo North Entrance, Thornport by TC Market, Shawnee East St at Main St.
April 2020 Eco-tip…Tips to help the Earth!
Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling: April Eco-tip... tips to help the Earth! April and May are always declared as Litter Clean up Months! Sharing our Educator Newsletter with everyone to serve as our April Eco-tip! Important announcements here... and a sincere shout out to all educators and first responders everywhere! Please stay safe and well everyone!
