The City Clerk is elected by the City Council and is the keeper of the City records entrusted to his/her care. The Clerk, when requested, attests to the validity of City records. These include records of birth, marriage, death, residency, ordinances, City Council actions, voter and business registration and many others.
In addition, the City Clerk acts as the Clerk of the City Council by preparing the agendas for their meetings and those of the Standing Committees of the City Council. The Clerk's signature is required for all actions of the City as to orders, ordinances and appropriations.
Finally, the City Clerk provides operational and administrative support to the Board of Election Commissioners.
Public Meetings
City Council, School Committee and City of Worcester Boards and Commission meetings are generally all open to the public and interested individuals are encouraged to attend. The City's Boards and Commissions, whose effectiveness depends heavily on citizen participation, have an important impact on Worcester residents and businesses. All City sponsored public meetings and hearings are held in locations that are accessible to all people, including people with disabilities or who use wheelchairs.
In order to ensure active, public engagement, the City of Worcester also currently allows for both in-person and remote participation at all City Council and Standing Committee meetings
File a Petition
An individual may petition the City Council on a wide range of topics including the condition of streets and sidewalks, street lighting, public safety, housing, zoning, taxation, traffic, parking and many others.
Ordinances & Regulations
The City of Worcester has established various ordinances and regulations for viewing and downloading. These ordinances and regulations cover topics such as the official City of Worcester Ordinances, Zoning Ordinances and rules and regulations for everyone in the city.
Contact Information
Address
City Clerk
City Hall Room 206
455 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01608
Contact
Phone: 508-799-1121
Fax: 508-799-1194
Email Us
Hours
Monday
8:45 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday - Friday
8:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.