The Original Public Servant: Inside the Office of the City Clerk

This City of Raymore podcast episode from March 20, 2026, features an in-depth discussion with the City Clerk about the historical and current roles of the city clerk's office. The conversation covers the clerk's responsibilities as custodian of permanent records, managing public records requests, overseeing business licensing, and coordinating city council agendas and meeting minutes. The clerk also explained the process for neighborhood vehicle permits and the maintenance of city ordinances and codes. While the meeting did not include specific procurement or contract award discussions, it highlighted the administrative processes that support city governance and recordkeeping, which indirectly facilitate transparency and compliance in municipal operations.