The City Clerk's Department records, prepares, certifies and maintains the official minutes and agendas of all meetings of the City Council, Community Redevelopment Agency, Parking Authority, Housing Authority, Public Financing Authority and Cable Usage Corporation. The City Clerk publishes and mails legal notice as required by State law and City statures; as custodian of official records, the department is the official depository for City contracts, agreements, claims, deeds and other documents as required. The City Clerk also processes and maintains all City Ordinances and Resolutions and maintains custody of the official City Seal. The City Clerk's Department administers, coordinates and supervises the conduct of all Municipal Elections, receives general initiative, referendum and recall petitions and serves as Deputy Registrar of Voters. The City Clerk is the filing officer for campaign disclosure statements filed by office holders, candidates and political action committees; the department also responds to information requests from City Council, city staff, other agencies, attorneys and the public.

Responsibilities of the City Clerk's Office

Did You Know?

• The City Clerk is the oldest profession in public service, dating back to 1272 A.D.
• The City Clerk is the Elections Official, Legislative Administrator and Records Manager.

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Birth Certificates

The Hawthorne City Clerk’s office does not provide birth certificates. Please refer to LA County Birth Records for information on how to obtain a birth certificate or call the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder County Clerk at 800-201-8999.

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