City Clerk

• Maximizing access to city government
• Attending all meetings of the city council and keeping a complete record of the proceedings thereof; supporting council in its legislative and policy-making functions.
• Citywide records management
• Maintaining custody of: the city's seal; the original roll of ordinances; the original contracts, recorded documents relative to the title of any property of the city; providing the public access to records.
• Attesting all public instruments and official acts of the mayor and providing certified copies of original records as may be required.
• Publishing legal notices, processing petitions, managing departmental budget, and serving on the Fireman's Pension Board.

The City Clerk's role, and that of all staff of the City Clerk Division, requires neutrality and independence as key qualities in conducting business. The office is a non-political and objective component of government service; all city departments contribute to the City Clerk's delivery of services to the community.