The City Clerk is appointed by and reports to the City Council. The City Clerk is responsible for facilitating the conduct of business by the Council and fulfilling legal requirements as set forth in the Charter, City Code and State law. The City Clerk's Office conducts all City elections and acts as a compliance officer for federal, state and local statutes including the Political Reform Act, the Ralph M. Brown Act and the California Public Records Act. 

The City Clerk's Office:

• Administers the recruitment process for Boards, Commissions and Committees 
• Attests to City contracts and agreements
• Maintains a true record of all proceedings of the City Council
• Maintains the Charter and City Code
• Meets all requirements regarding public postings, legal advertising, recordation and mailing of public hearing notices
• Processes Assessment Districts, annexations, deeds and appeals
• Provides administrative assistance to the City Council

Mission

Support the City Council and administer democratic processes such as elections, access to City records, and all legislative actions ensuring transparency to the public.

City Clerk Biography

Heather Glaser started as Mountain View’s City Clerk on April 19, 2021. Prior to arriving in Mountain View, Heather worked for the City of Malibu serving as the City Clerk for four years, following fours years as Deputy City Clerk. Heather is a Master Municipal Clerk (MMC).

Questions, Concerns, Compliments?

The City of Mountain View uses a 24/7 online customer relationship system, Ask Mountain View, to provide a way to submit questions, concerns, and compliments directly to the City staff or department who can help you.