The Office of the City Clerk prepares the agendas for City Council meetings, records the proceedings, and prints and distributes the minutes. It prints supplements and amendments to the City Code and Charter. 

The Office advertises public hearings and notifies the Secretary of State of changes in local laws. Licensing receives applications and payments for licenses including but not limited to businesses, occupations, marriages, dogs, passport applications, fire alarm permits, and burglar alarm permits. It prepares related reports for City, County, and State agencies.