Financial form sparks concern

Witt: Disclosures may keep people from running.

Lake City Councilman Todd Sampson issued his resignation over a new state law requiring more detailed financial reporting by municipal officials. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)
Lake City Councilman Todd Sampson issued his resignation over a new state law requiring more detailed financial reporting by municipal officials. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

Two days after a Lake City councilman resigned his position, the city’s mayor is worried new state regulations could lead to fewer candidates seeking local office.

Mayor Stephen Witt said Friday that t…