There are three broad responsibilities of the City Clerk’s Office, as defined by City Charter or by Ordinance.
1. Provide notice of all public meetings in accordance with the State of Florida Sunshine Law, ensure that minutes of all city proceedings are prepared, and preserve and maintain the records in accordance with the State of Florida Public Records Law.
2. Act as the Municipal Elections Clerk for the city in Broward County, State of Florida, accept and remit qualifying fees, accept and post candidacy forms and legally required candidate reports, proclaim and advertise city elections and receive certified election results from the County Supervisor of Elections.
3. Act as the designated custodian of public records of the city and serve as the city’s main Records Management Liaison Officer (RMLO) as required by the State of Florida.