The Clerk shall perform all duties required of city clerks by State law, the provisions of this Charter, and the ordinances of the City. The Clerk shall serve as Clerk to the City Council; oversee the registration of voters and the holding of elections; and perform related work as required.
The functions of the City Clerk shall be, but not limited, to:
1. Serve as Clerk to the City Council.
a. Attend Council meetings, take minutes of the meetings.
b. Prepare minutes for Council meetings.
c. Prepare and edit resolutions, proclamations, and ordinances for City Council and the City Manager according to a standardized format.
2. Oversee the registration of voters and the conduct of local, state, and federal elections.
a. Implement state election laws.
b. Publish election notices, issue absentee ballots, and forward returns to the County Clerk.
3. Other related duties.
a. Maintain records and files according to a standard filing system and maintain a proper retention and disposal schedule.
b. Administer the City Corporate Seal on request to certify documents.
c. Administer oaths of office and sign official documents including ordinances and resolutions.