Springdale council declines to start business‑license revocation for Zion Outfitters, leaves door open if new evidence appears

The Springdale Town Council voted Sept. 10 not to begin the town’s formal business‑license revocation process for Zion Outfitters, the long‑time outfitter at 7 Zion Park Boulevard, unless new information emerges. The decision follows public testimony, letters submitted to the town and a packet that included a forensic accounting affidavit and court records related to owner Philip Heaton’s federal tax case. "We value the town and we value the time that we've had here," said Nathan Crane, an attorney who appeared for Zion Outfitters. Councilmember Kyla Topham moved to forego the revocation process "unless we receive new information," a motion the council approved by roll call. The motion does not prevent the council from reopening the matter should additional, material evidence arise. Why it matters: The hearing could have launched a formal administrative process…