Frequently asked questions
Duties of the office of the City Clerk:
> Maintain the City's official records, including financial records, contracts, ordinances, resolutions and meetings of City Council
> Provide the Mayor, Council and Citizens of Bastrop with accurate financial and budgetary information
> Provide information to the Mayor and Council that will aid their decision-making process
> Assist department heads with the administration of their individual budgets
> Manage the City treasury, including cash management, debt issuance and special financial projects, including grants
> Collaborate with external auditors in preparing the annual financial report
> Collect various license and permit fees and other monies due to the City;
> Process payroll, accounts payable, property taxes, accounts receivable and taxes
