Following the recent derecho storm, many local businesses in Perry have come together.

Perry Chamber of Commerce Director Lynsi Pasutti tells Raccoon Valley Radio she’s been working very closely with the local merchants group and relays the message they are in high spirits, “It’s different for everybody, really, as far as damage and getting power back, and what it’s taken them to get back to ‘normal.’ But, I think we’re seeing the community really coming together, which has been one positive thing that’s come out of this. People are helping each other out and checking in on each other. So that is a good thing to see, despite the circumstances.” 

Cleanup efforts continue throughout the City as contractors continue to work on picking up brush. After the curbside collection of storm debris is completed, city crews will then start on the special request alley pick-ups. Residents may still bring storm debris to the Pattee Park campground parking lot.