City Clerk

The City Clerk serves as a vital link between the public, the City Council, and city departments, ensuring transparency, accessibility, and compliance with state laws. As the Elections Official, the City Clerk coordinates municipal elections in partnership with the Kern County Elections Department, ensuring a fair and lawful election process. Additionally, the office serves as the Filing Officer for Statements of Economic Interests, as required by the  Fair Political Practice Commission (FPPC), overseeing disclosures from City Council Members and other officials per California Government Code Section 87200. These statements are public records and can be accessed at the City Clerk’s Office or the FPPC headquarters at:

Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC)
428 J Street, Suite 620
Sacramento, CA 95814

The City Clerk’s Department also manages the official records of the City, including resolutions, ordinances, contracts, deeds, and legal documents. The office is responsible for recording, preparing, certifying, and maintaining the official minutes of City Council and Planning Commission meetings, as well as compiling and distributing meeting agendas and legal notices as required by law.