Amid reports he owed taxes for former businesses to the city of Hutto, where he served as mayor pro tem, Michael Smith submitted his resignation, the city announced at noon Monday.

A release from the city said Mayor Doug Gaul was made aware Thursday of the allegations that Smith had past due taxes. The past due taxes were the focus of a story first reported last week by KXAN-TV in Austin.

According to the city charter, the money owed made Smith ineligible to serve as a council member. He was running for re-election in the May 6 election.

"After consultation with Michael to verify the facts and consultation with our city attorney, Michael Smith has submitted his resignation effective immediately," Gaul said in a statement. "We would like to wish Michael the best of luck in the future and thank him for his years of service and dedication to the city of Hutto."