Pittsboro Mayor Cindy Perry speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for the Chatham County Roundup on Tuesday, July 11. Perry discusses the local filing period happening and her feelings as she plans to let her term expire. She also shares details on the importance of participating in local elections, an upcoming work session on the utility merger with Sanford, and reimbursement for a recent stormwater project.

 

Each week News on the Hill engages in conversation with Chatham County leaders for the Chatham County Roundup. You can find previous conversation by clicking here.

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