Welcome to the City Clerk’s Department

Having existed for nearly 2,000 years as the “keepers of the archives,” the office of the City Clerk is one of the oldest of government professions. The City Clerk’s Department performs a variety of professional and administrative duties in accordance with the California Elections Code, the Political Reform Act, California Public Records Act, and the City’s Municipal Code.

Mission

The City Clerk’s Office is committed to accurately recording and preserving the actions of the City Council; safeguarding vital, historic and permanent records of the City; providing information and support to the City Council, City staff and the public in a timely, courteous and fiscally responsible manner; and administering open and free elections in accordance with statutory requirements. We promote open government and the democratic process by preserving and maximizing public access to City records with an exceptional level of customer service.