
City Clerk's Office
Promoting transparency and public trust by managing records, elections, and legislative processes.
Contact
San Rafael, CA 94901
Friday: By Appointment Only
Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Welcome to the City Clerk’s Office!
We’re your friendly link to local government — here to help you stay informed, get involved, and access the information you need.
Whether you’re curious about City Council meetings, need help finding a public record, want to learn more about running for local office, or are interested in joining a board, commission or committee — we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
How We Can Help
We’re all about making government transparent, accessible, and easy to navigate. Here’s a little of what we do:
- Keep Track of City Records — From ordinances and resolutions to meeting minutes and contracts, we manage the official records that keep our city running.
- Oversee Elections — We manage local elections and ballot processes, ensuring they’re fair, accurate, and accessible. We also guide candidates through the process of running for office — from filing paperwork to understanding important deadlines and requirements.
- Support City Council Meetings — We prepare agendas, post notices, and make sure meetings are open and accessible, so the community has every opportunity to stay informed and have their voices heard.
- Handle Public Records Requests — Looking for a specific document? We’ll help you access it!
- Administer Oaths of Office — Whether you're newly elected or appointed, we help make it official.
- Ensure Legal Compliance — We help the City follow important laws like the Brown Act, Public Records Act, Political Reform Act and the Elections Code.
Not sure where to start or have a question? We're here to help point you in the right direction — let’s connect and keep local government open, accessible, and working for you!