The Town Secretary provides support to the Town Council, the Town Administrator and Town Staff.
The Town Secretary serves as the official custodian of Town records, administrator of municipal elections, and legislative liaison between the Town Council, staff, and the public.
Per Town Ordinance 1.04.003 and the Texas Local Government Code, the Town Secretary also serves as the Town Treasurer. In this capacity, the Town Secretary is responsible for oversight of the Town’s treasury functions, including financial record-keeping, monitoring of funds, and ensuring compliance with applicable state and local financial regulations.
This dual role supports both the transparency of government operations and the fiscal accountability of the Town of Argyle.
MANAGING RECORDS
The duties of the Town Secretary include managing the preservation of the official records of the Town of Argyle in accordance with the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. These types of records include but are not limited to minutes, ordinances, resolutions, agendas, contracts and election records.
RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER
As the Records Management Officer, the Town Secretary is responsible for providing documents requested under the Public Information Act. Other areas of responsibility include:
- Preparation of Council Packets and Agendas
- Preparation of Town Council Minutes
- Maintain the Town's Code of Ordinances
- Maintain the Town's Records Management Program
- Coordinate the appointment process for Town Boards, Commissions and Committees
- Conduct Oaths of Office
- Maintain the Town Seal
- Prepare Proclamations
ELECTIONS
Administrator-The Town Secretary also serves as the Election Administrator for municipal elections, and as such, coordinates and administers each regular and special municipal election.
Contact Information and Office Hours
Email: townsecretary@argyletx.com
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 to 4:00