Welcome to the Office of the City Clerk. Donna Grider is the department director and is one of four Council Appointed Officers. The other officers are the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Manager.

The City Clerk performs various professional and managerial duties according to Statute, Municipal Code, and Charter.

Elections - As Elections Official, the City Clerk conducts the entire election process. Voter registration and voting is coordinated with Santa Clara County. [ Election Info ]

Legislative Administration - The City Clerk facilitates the execution of official and legislative processes. This includes administering provisions of the Political Reform Act of 1974, attesting to the passing of resolutions and ordinances, managing the recruitment process for positions on Boards and Commissions, and participating in all City Council and Committee meetings.

Records Management - The City Clerk's Office records official actions and legislation of the municipal government, documenting the proceedings of meetings and retaining other legal and historical records. Records are maintained while providing appropriate public access to government business. The City Clerk manages the proper maintenance and disposition of City records and information according to statute, and helps to preserve City history.

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