The responsibilities of the Municipal Clerk's office varies for each municipality. The duties are established by state law for General Law cities and by city charter for Home-Rule Municipalities. In addition to assigned duties, a City Clerk must stay abreast of new legislation to ensure compliance for their municipality related to elections, record retention, Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act.
A sample of responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Conducting Elections.
Preparing and maintaining the official record of Ordinances, Resolutions and Minutes adopted by the Council.
Designated Records Manager.
Ensure compliance with Open Meetings Act and Public Information Act
Maintain approved legislation for their municipality.
Custodian of the Seal of the City.
Handle appointments to City Boards, Commissions and Committees.
Handles inquiries and research requests from citizens and other municipal departments.
Provides staff support to Mayor & Council.
Manages the City Code.
MISSION STATEMENT
To promote professionalism, education, integrity, ethics, teaming, and empowerment to the members.
To be role models to other Chapters across the State.
To contribute to the success of individual Clerks and the cities/towns they represent.
