Chapter 2.12
CITY CLERK
Sections:
2.12.020 Appointment of city clerk.
2.12.030 Qualifications of city clerk.
2.12.035 Duties of city clerk.
2.12.040 Clerk to receive all claims, appeals, and lawsuits.
2.12.010 Purpose.
This chapter provides for the appointment of the office of city clerk pursuant to the authority granted in RCW 35A.13.080 and 35A.13.090. (Ord. 2021-016 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 2009-036 § 1; Ord. 2009-013; Ord. 2001-018 § 1)
2.12.020 Appointment of city clerk.
The city clerk is an appointive office. This chapter authorizes appointment to the office of city clerk by the city manager, pursuant to RCW 35A.13.080(2). (Ord. 2021-016 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 2009-036 § 1; Ord. 2009-013; Ord. 2001-018 § 2)
2.12.030 Qualifications of city clerk.
Appointments to the position of city clerk are made from candidates who have sufficient knowledge to perform the duties required for the position and as may be required by state law or ordinance. (Ord. 2021-016 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 2009-036 § 1; Ord. 2009-013; Ord. 2001-018 § 3)
2.12.035 Duties of city clerk.
The powers, duties, and responsibilities of the city clerk are subject to the direction, authority, and supervision of the city manager and will include, without limitation, the following:
A. Keep a full and true record of every act and proceeding of the city council.
B. Keep such books and accounts, and make such reports as required by the office of the state auditor.
C. Record all ordinances passed by the city council, assign a number and title of the ordinance, stating the ordinance was published and posted according to the law and the record is a true and correct copy.
D. Act as custodian of the seal of the city and exercise authority to acknowledge the execution of all instruments by the city requiring such acknowledgment.
E. Perform all duties as specified in Chapter 35A.42 RCW for the city clerk, and all duties imposed by law as an officer for the city.
F. Serve as the public records officer for the city of Sequim and perform all duties as imposed by law on the public records officer.
G. Serve as the city agent responsible for receiving all claims, appeals, and lawsuits, and for designating an acting city clerk for that purpose when necessary. (Ord. 2021-016 § 1 (Exh. A))
2.12.040 Clerk to receive all claims, appeals, and lawsuits.
The city clerk is appointed to receive any claim for damages, appeals, or lawsuits, including actions filed pursuant to RCW Title 4 and Chapter 36.70C RCW.
A. All claims, appeals, and lawsuits brought against the city must be filed with or served upon the appointed city clerk or the city clerk’s authorized designee during normal business hours at the Sequim Civic Center.
B. Tort claim forms are available at the Sequim Civic Center or on the city’s website at: www.sequimwa.gov.
C. No claims or lawsuits may be presented to the city clerk by email or facsimile transmission.
D. The clerk’s office is located at Sequim Civic Center, 152 West Cedar Street, Sequim, WA 98382.
E. No other person or staff member is authorized to receive claims, appeals, or lawsuits on behalf of the city. (Ord. 2021-016 § 1 (Exh. A); Ord. 2009-036 § 1; Ord. 2009-013)