Midvale Mayor Marcus Stevenson resigns, says his personal life has 'drastically changed'

MIDVALE – Midvale Mayor Marcus Stevenson has announced that he is stepping down, effective immediately, citing drastic changes in his personal life in recent weeks.

The city announced Stevenson's departure Tuesday and said City Councilman Paul Glover will step in to fill the mayor's duties until the council appoints a replacement — which is mandated to be done within 30 days.

“After much thought and with a heavy heart, I am submitting my resignation as Mayor of the City of Midvale, effective immediately,” Stevenson wrote in his resignation letter. “In recent weeks, my personal life has changed dramatically and I have decided it would be best for me to step away at this time. I ask for understanding and privacy. Serving as mayor is the most It has been a rewarding and challenging experience and I cannot thank our community enough for giving me the opportunity to serve in this capacity.

Stevenson was first elected in 2021 and, at 27, was the youngest mayor in the city's history, according to his official biography. His profile says he belongs to a family dedicated to public service and his proudest achievement is his family, his wife and their three children.

The council issued a statement accepting Stevenson's resignation.

“While we are deeply disappointed by the circumstances surrounding his departure, we are committed to moving forward with integrity and responsibility,” the council said. It did not give further details about the circumstances of his resignation.

“Our priority now is to ensure a smooth transition of leadership,” the council added. “The City Council has taken swift and deliberate action to maintain the stability of the City's operations and continue to serve our residents with the high standards they deserve. We are focused on maintaining the trust of our community and will work to ensure our leadership reflects those values. Accountability and Public Service .”

Utah law tasks the council with appointing a replacement for the remainder of Stevenson's term. The council said interested applicants can apply at midvale.utah.gov by Nov. 20 for consideration.

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