Toquerville mayor steps down after divulging potential conflict of interest

St. George • After news surfaced about his role as a paid consultant to the developers of a $65 million recreation complex proposed for his southern Utah town, Toquerville Mayor Keen Ellsworth has resigned.

In a special meeting last Friday, City Manager Afton Moore read Ellsworth’s resignation email, which was forwarded to her by City Attorney Heath Snow, to the City Council.

“I have just recently been offered a new career opportunity that I did not expect. It will demand far more of my time and attention, which ... Read more