According to national news outlet,he resigned on Tuesday (February 28) following a lengthy battle with his health. He will, however, retain his position as Ward councillor eliminating the need for a by-election.
The resignation comes at a critical time as the municipality is in embroiled in a legal battle to stop the auctioning of some municipal vehicles later this month.
Failing to halt the auction could have dire financial consequences for the already cash strapped small municipality.
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