City Clerk

Responsibilities and Services

  • Administers Oath of Office
  • Administers and maintains business, liquor, and vending licenses
  • Administers and maintains outside sale/display and solicitors permits
  • Assists City Administrator as Purchasing Agent and coordinates bids and bid process for the City
  • Attends all meetings of the Board of Aldermen
  • Certifies documents for Municipal Court and other City Departments and is a Notary Public   
  • Posts Public Notices as required by law
  • Prepares all Board of Aldermen Meeting Agendas and Minutes.    
  • Provides administrative support to the Mayor, Board of Aldermen and City Administration
  • Records requests pursuant to the Missouri Sunshine Law
  • Responsible for Voter Registration and Registration of Candidates for elective office with the City
  • Serves as Deputy Election Authority, coordinating with Board of Election Commissioners
  • Serves as Custodian of official records and official seal of the city, including: ordinances, resolutions, minutes and contracts consistent with state law and or regulations of the Secretary of State’s Office
  • Serves as a goodwill ambassador, coordinating tours for school groups and similar organizations
  • Testifies in Court as needed to authenticate city records