Jim Worrall, Perry’s mayor of 21 years, will not seek re-election next year. “After 21 years, it’s time to take a break,” Worrall said. “Basically I’ve accomplished everything I set out to do 21 years ago.” City officials spoke positively of Worrall’s record. Many cited Worrall’s effort to prevent the demolition of the old Perry High School, which is now being used as the central office for the Houston County School Board, as one example of Worrall’s good work as mayor.