Fulton mayor resigns effective immediately due to health concerns

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

Fulton Mayor Steve Myers resigned from his position at 6:30 pm. Tuesday due to health concerns, according to a press release from the city.

Myers had announced last month that he would not seek reelection because of health concerns. Myers was elected to the position in 2023 after serving as the city’s police chief for nearly 20 years.  

The release says he is stepping down “following further consideration of his health.”

“I am deeply grateful to the citizens who have placed their trust in me, the colleagues who have served alongside me, and the many supporters and friends who have encouraged me throughout the years. Most importantly, I thank my family for their unwavering love, patience, and support throughout this journey,” Myers said in the statement to media.

Ward 1 Councilman and Deputy Mayor Mike West will take on mayoral duties and responsibilities, but will still keep the deputy mayor title until the next election. The mayoral position will stay vacant until voters pick a new mayor on April 6, according to the release.