The city manager shall appoint a city clerk, subject to confirmation by a majority vote of the board. The city manager shall direct and supervise the city clerk and shall have authority to take disciplinary action regarding the city clerk, including removal, in accordance with general personnel rules, regulations, policies, or ordinances adopted by the board. The city clerk shall keep a journal of the proceedings of the board, maintain official records and documents, give notice of meetings, and perform other duties required by general or local law or directed by the city manager.