City Clerk

Responsibilities

The City Clerk's Office is the customer service interface between residents and local government. The City Clerk is the archivist of City records, and as such:

• Provides public information and responds to requests for public records information
• Certifies and distributes ordinances and resolutions as appropriate and/or legally required
• Publishes and posts legal notices
• Processes claims and lawsuits and is responsible for the maintenance and distribution of the City of Woodland Municipal Code

Elections

The City Clerk serves as the City’s Election Official and, in compliance with the California Elections Code, administers all municipal elections and performs oaths of office for elected and appointed officials. In compliance with the Political Reform Act, the City Clerk also serves as the Filing Officer for the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) and coordinates the filing of all campaign disclosure reports for all local candidates and campaign committees and Statements of Economic Interest for members of the City Council, designated employees, committee members, and consultants.

Additional Responsibilities

For the City's Boards and Commissions the Clerk maintains:

• Agendas
• Applications
• Attendance records
• Minutes
• Oaths
• Rosters