Functioning much like the Secretary of State, the City Secretary is the local official who maintains the integrity of the election process, ensures transparency and access to governmental records, facilitates the Council's legislative process, and is the recorder of local government history. The City Secretary acts as the compliance officer for federal, state, and local statutes including the Open Meetings Act and the Public Information Act, and serves as the filing authority for campaign finance reports and financial disclosure statements.
Because the office of City Secretary serves a key role in the legislative and administrative processes, this position is appointed by Town Council and reports directly to the City Manager. Daily duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: