The community is invited to the retirement reception in honor of Finance Director Jonathan Perkins. Perkins is retiring this week after serving as Paducah’s Finance Director for more than 34 years. The reception will be Wednesday, July 30 from 2 until 4 in the atrium of Paducah’s City Hall located at 300 South 5th Street.
At last week’s meeting of the Paducah Board of Commissioners, the final one for Perkins to attend, Mayor George Bray recognized Perkins’ achievements and contributions to the City.
“Jonathan brought a wealth of experience with him to Paducah and continued to grow in the more than three decades serving our community,” said Mayor Bray. “We thank you, Jonathan, for helping Paducah achieve the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for 34 consecutive years in addition to our strong bond rating. Your commitment to financial soundness and transparency has made our community and city government stronger. Your commitment to excellence, integrity, and public service has left an indelible mark on our city. Throughout your tenure you have always gone above and beyond to serve the residents of Paducah with professionalism. Your work on behalf of our organization is inspirational to other team members, and our citizens, and has served to enhance our community.”
Perkins, a certified public accountant, began his tenure in Paducah in March 1991 after serving in various roles in Missouri and Georgia including the Assistant Finance Director for Savannah, Georgia.
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