Editorial: Thanks for 22 years

Statesville City Council members and staffers will pay tribute Monday evening to one of the longest-serving council members in city history.Former Councilman A.E. “Pete” Peterson, who retired earlier this year for health reasons, will be honored for his 22 years of service to the city at the council’s regular meeting. The council will present Mr. Peterson with a plaque honoring him for his work and thank him personally for his efforts.It is a rare person who devotes that much time, for little money and even less notoriety, to working for the betterment of his community. We join the council in saluting Mr. Peterson for his commitment to our great city.