On Thursday, October 14, 2021, citing the lasting effects of his COVID-19 illness, embattled Marion City Auditor Robert Landon resigned his office, effective immediately. In response, at 2:19 PM Thursday, Marion City Mayor Scott Schertzer, after consulting with the City's Legal Counsel, appointed Deputy Marion City Auditor Marden Watts the Interim City Auditor until a permanent selection can be made.