City Secretary

Welcome from the City Secretary

I would like to welcome you to the City Secretary's web page. The City Secretary is an officer of the City, appointed by the City Council.  The position of City Secretary is a statutory position required by state law and the City Charter.

The City Secretary is committed to providing quality public service and connective the public with the legislative process. I strive to ensure that the City's legislative processes are open and public by providing a link between citizens and government with processes aimed toward transparency. Through efficient use of City resources, we are able to ensure the preservation of Rockport's legislative history.

As the City Secretary, I am working on becoming more of a technology-driven office, believing that technology provides much faster and more easily accessible information.

I am here to assist with public records requests, processing board and commission applications for appointment, and elections administration. The City Secretary is responsible for updating and maintaining city ordinances and codes; providing access to legislative meeting information and receive campaign financial related filings. In addition to the statutory duties of the position, the City Secretary serves as records management officer and the election administrator for the city.
 

If you have any suggestions on how I can better assist you; or if you have questions about our web page or services, please do not hesitate to contact me, I am happy to hear from you.

Sincerely,

Shelley Goodwin, TRMC, CMC
City Secretary


Services

The City Secretary's services include:

  • Posting all agendas, attending all meetings of the City Council, and keeping accurate records of the proceedings
  • Serving as custodian of the City corporate seal and attesting the Mayor's signature on all official document
  • Serving as the chief election official for the City of Rockport, which includes being responsible for the administration of the City’s general elections
  • Coordinating the codification of city ordinances into the City Code of Ordinances. Posting all legal notices in compliance with state laws and publishes all legal ads and notices for the City
  • Coordinating all board and committee of the council, including meeting agendas, minutes, and applications.
  • Issue the City of Rockport City Alcoholic Beverages Licenses and City 
  • Provide support to the City Council and other departments.