Clayton Municipal Code Ch. 2.30 City Treasurer

The creation of the office of the City Treasurer of the City of Clayton is hereby ratified and confirmed. The City Council appoints the City Treasurer and shall make the appointment wholly on the basis of such person's ability and qualifications. The City Treasurer holds office and serves at the pleasure of the City Council.

The City Treasurer position requires training and experience in financial management, accounting, auditing, or similar background. At the time of filing nomination papers and upon assumption of office, the City Treasurer shall be a registered voter of the City.

Pursuant to Government Code § 36518, the City Treasurer shall execute a bond in an amount to be fixed by the City Council. The bond shall be conditioned upon the faithful performance of the duties imposed upon the City Treasurer. The premium for the bond is a proper expense of the City.

The appointed City Treasurer is a volunteer position and shall serve without compensation. It is anticipated the duties will require approximately two (2) to three (3) hours per month. In addition the position will be covered by the City's errors and omissions insurance policies.

The City Treasurer or designee shall perform all of the duties imposed upon him or her as required by law. Such duties may include, but are not limited to:

A. Audit the City's financial records and transactions.

B. Review and evaluate finance documents for accuracy and compliance with principles of Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting.

C. Provide signature for payments made in the absence of the City Clerk.

D. Provide signature on related Finance Department records that require approval by the City Treasurer.

E. Works with the City Manager and Finance Manager to oversee and manage the City's investment practices; audits the City's cash position, and audits bank reconciliation.

F. Attend City meetings when necessary to discuss and/or explain finance related issues.

G. May be assigned to special projects or task forces outside the normal scope of duties.

The City Treasurer shall assist assigned City staff members in administering the financial and investment affairs of the City efficiently, economically, and harmoniously.

The City Treasurer shall serve an indefinite term, at the pleasure of the City Council.

A. The City Treasurer may be removed by a majority vote of the City Council.

B. A vacancy may occur by the resignation of the City Treasurer.

C. In the event the City Treasurer ceases to be a registered voter of the City, his/her appointed office shall immediately become vacant.

D. Any vacancy shall be advertised by the City Clerk.

E. Interested candidates shall be interviewed by the City Council.

F. Final candidate shall be confirmed by resolution and appointed by the City Council at a regularly scheduled public meeting.

(Ord. 391, 2005)