The longtime mayor of the town of Riddle in Douglas County has resigned after three decades in office.

William "Bill" Duckett first became Riddle’s mayor in 1995. He ran unopposed last fall.

Now 81, Duckett says it's time for a change. He said he's retired to make more time for family facing health issues.

"I'm getting tired, and we just need a new person in to take over and run things," Duckett told KLCC. "I’m looking forward to spending what few years I have left enjoying a little bit of things and not having to worry about it."

Duckett initially served on Riddle's city council for 16 years.

During his time as mayor, he said he’s been proud of his work to widen a city street, in an effort to make it safer for bikers and schoolchildren.

And he said he's had strong relationships with

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