The position of City Secretary is required by Texas State Law and is appointed by the Mayor and City Council. The City Secretary acts as a liaison between the public and the City Council, and enables the City Council to meet, discuss, and deliberate.  Additionally, the City Secretary serves the public by managing and maintaining City records, facilitating and responding to public information requests, and overseeing and administering City elections.

Duties of the City Secretary:

Holds the official City seal and attests the Mayor’s signature on all official documents

Serves as the Records Management Officer

Designated as the Public Information Coordinator

Provides staff support to the City Council

Publishes notice of Council and Board meetings and agendas, minutes, public hearings, and legal advertisements

Oversees and administers City elections

Coordinates the appointment process to City boards, commissions, and committees and administers oaths of office

Assists other departments of the City