City Clerk

Mission

The Office of the City Clerk serves as the primary point of contact for the Offices of the Lathrop City Council and City Manager, and we proudly serve as liaisons to the Lathrop community. Our office is committed to providing quality public service and serving the needs of the public by administering the democratic process of the City of Lathrop and connecting the public with the legislative process. We strive to fulfill this mission in an ethically, professional and courteous manner.

Responsibilities

The City Clerk oversees the department and performs a wide variety of duties, many which are mandated by law. In compliance with the Political Reform Act, the City Clerk serves as the Local Filing Officer for the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) and as the City’s Election Official and, in compliance with the California Elections Code.

Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provides support to the Mayor, Council Members, and City Manager

• Preparation of legislative documentation for Regular and Special Meetings, and Study Sessions of the City Council

• Records, executes and communicates all Council legislative actions and proceedings in meetings, minutes, resolutions, and ordinances

• Oversees publication of legal notices pursuant to State law

• Administers the City’s records management program

• Manages the legislative history of the City

• Maintains the City’s Conflict of Interest Code

• Codifies and maintains the City of Lathrop Municipal Code

• Maintains the local appointments list (Maddy Act), listed below

• Administer the City's commission appointment and reappointment process

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