PERRYVILLE — The Perry County Commission is accepting applications to fill a Commission-appointed position on the Perry County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees following the resignation of Board President Joe Hutchinson.
In accordance with Missouri State Statute 205.170.6, which states ”any vacancy in the board of trustees occasioned by removal, resignation or otherwise shall be reported to the county commission and be filled in like manner as original appointments, the appointee to hold office until the next following municipal election, when such vacancy shall be filled by election of a trustee to serve during the remainder of the term of his predecessor,” the Perry County Commission will appoint an individual to serve the remainder of the current term until the next General Municipal Election, scheduled for April 7, 2027.
Individuals interested in serving their community through this important public service role are encouraged to apply. The application period will remain open through May 31, 2026.
Applications are available online at Perry County Missouri Official Website or may be obtained in person at the Perry County Clerk’s Office located in the historic Courthouse at:
15 W. Ste. Marie St., Suite 2, Perryville, MO 63775
Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Perry County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees oversees the governance and operation of Perry County Memorial Hospital and plays an important role in ensuring quality healthcare services for the community. The elected board terms are 5 years. The board meets the last Thursday of every month.
Completed applications may be emailed to alayton@perrycountymo.gov
For additional information, contact the Perry County Clerk’s Office at 573-547-4242.