Department Services

The City Clerk is the official records keeper of the City and custodian of the City Seal. The City Clerk is appointed by and reports to the City Commission. Responsibilities of the City Clerk include:
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Recording the minutes and all official actions of the City Commission
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Prepare all City Commission meeting agendas
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Attesting to and maintaining custody of all records of the City Of Key West
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Administering the publication and supplementation of the City Code Book
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Process, record, file and advertise ordinances, resolutions and notices
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Establishing and coordinating the City's records management program in compliance with state law
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Respond to public records requests
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Administer oaths of office
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Maintain official City zoning map
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Provide Notary Services
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Chief Elections Administrator
News Highlights
In this photo, City Clerk Cheri Smith and Deputy City Clerk Angela Budde put the finishing touches on the May 18, 2010 City Commission meeting agenda. The City is moving forward in its push to become paperless, and this week you'll see a whole new look for agendas on the City's web site. The first automated agenda for the City Commission is available at www.keywestcity.com. "This new system makes the entire agenda easily accessible," said City Clerk Cheri Smith, "It's much...
The City of Key West has a surprisingly small staff in one of its most crucial offices - that of the City Clerk. Three people are able to maintain...