City Clerk

The Office of the City Clerk exists to ensure the integrity of municipal governance through the ethical, and impartial administration, maintenance and preservation of the electoral, legislative and recordkeeping processes.

 

The official functions and duties of the City Clerk are set forth in the City Charter and Minnesota Statutes.  The following is a general summary of the core services provided by the Bemidji City Clerk’s Office:

• Administrative duties to the City Council.
• Maintains municipal records as mandated by State Statutes and the City Charter.  
• Serves as Responsible Authority for Data Requests.
• Oversees administration of local elections.
• Receives and processes various business licenses for the City.  
• Maintains City's Fee Schedule.   

Americans with Disabilities Act. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in a City meeting or other services offered by this City, please contact our office at (218)759-3570.  Notification of at least 96 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed will assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting or service.

 

If you have any questions relating to City ordinances and/or State of Minnesota Statutes, please contact the City Clerk's office.