City Clerk

The City Clerk serves as a liaison between Shelton community members and their local government. The mission of the Clerk's office is to provide information to the public in a transparent and professional manner. The Clerk's office supports the City Manager and the City Council.

Staff in the City Clerk's office:
  • Manage the City's public records and archives, retains, and destroy records according to Washington state law
  • Provide administrative support for the City Council by preparing meeting agendas and packets, publishing legal notices, and codifying City ordinances in the Shelton Municipal Code
  • Attend all City Council meetings and keep minutes of the proceedings and official acts
  • Coordinate special event permits
  • Serve as staff support for the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
  • Serve as the City's Public Records Officer to process public records requests (except for the Shelton Police Department)