City Clerk
Keeping the records straight
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San Rafael, CA 94901
Friday: By Appointment Only
Saturday-Sunday: Closed
COVID-19 Service ModificationsDuring the current public health crisis, the City of San Rafael remains committed to protecting the health and safety of community members and employees, while also striving to deliver public services to the greatest extent possible. While our office is closed to in-person services, we are happy to schedule appointments for Proof of Life certificates, and we are happy to schedule video conferences to discuss your interest in running for office or any other requests you may have.
During the current public health crisis, the City of San Rafael remains committed to protecting the health and safety of community members and employees, while also striving to deliver public services to the greatest extent possible. While our office is closed to in-person services, we are happy to schedule appointments for Proof of Life certificates, and we are happy to schedule video conferences to discuss your interest in running for office or any other requests you may have.
The City Clerk's OfficeWe strive for exceptional responsiveness to our residents, our policy makers, and fellow staff. Our forward thinking focus provides the framework for an open and neutral approach to conducting City Council meetings, recording and maintaining accurate City history, conducting impartial elections, and efficient processing of administrative duties in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
We are committed to continually expanding our knowledge to better support the community we serve. We pride ourselves in being an innovative team with remarkable customer service.
We strive for exceptional responsiveness to our residents, our policy makers, and fellow staff. Our forward thinking focus provides the framework for an open and neutral approach to conducting City Council meetings, recording and maintaining accurate City history, conducting impartial elections, and efficient processing of administrative duties in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
We are committed to continually expanding our knowledge to better support the community we serve. We pride ourselves in being an innovative team with remarkable customer service.
What we doThe City Clerk is the local official who administers democratic processes such as elections, access to city records, and all legislative actions ensuring transparency to the public. The City Clerk acts as a compliance officer for federal, state, and local statutes including the Political Reform Act, the Brown Act, and the Public Records Act.
- Administration of local elections
- Local Filing Officer and Filing Official duties under the Political Reform Act
- Custodian of the City's records
- Manage the City Council's legislative agenda and documents
- Record and maintain proceedings of Council meetings, minutes, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, etc.
- Posting and publication of legal notices and documents
- Receive claims, summons, appeals and suits related to city government
- Maintenance of the municipal code
- Maintain custody of the City Seal
- Administer Oath of Office
The City Clerk is the local official who administers democratic processes such as elections, access to city records, and all legislative actions ensuring transparency to the public. The City Clerk acts as a compliance officer for federal, state, and local statutes including the Political Reform Act, the Brown Act, and the Public Records Act.
- Administration of local elections
- Local Filing Officer and Filing Official duties under the Political Reform Act
- Custodian of the City's records
- Manage the City Council's legislative agenda and documents
- Record and maintain proceedings of Council meetings, minutes, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, etc.
- Posting and publication of legal notices and documents
- Receive claims, summons, appeals and suits related to city government
- Maintenance of the municipal code
- Maintain custody of the City Seal
- Administer Oath of Office