The City Clerk's office is recognized as the hub of local government and provides contact between the citizens and government. This department is responsible for the maintenance of all official records in compliance with state regulations.  The City Clerk acts as the official custodian of the seal of the city and attests to all contracts, agreements, leases, or other documents to which the city is a party.  The City Clerk's office serves as secretariat for the City Commission through the preparation of agenda documents as well as taking and transcribing minutes of proceedings.  Staff provides support to advisory boards and committees, including applicant tracking, monitoring appointments and rotation sequence.  In addition, staff is responsible for coordinating municipal elections, as well as employee elections for the Civil Service Board.  Preparation of proclamations, ordinances, resolutions, and maintaining the Code of Ordinances for the City of Delray Beach are also among the many duties performed by this department.

All records are public information and readily accessible at our office.  The Police Department maintains their own records. To obtain information, assistance, or to request documentation from the City Clerk's Office, please call (561) 243-7050 or you may email us at publicrecordsrequest@mydelraybeach.com. Be sure to include your contact information in the request. We promptly acknowlege all public records request within 24 hours.  Please note requests may take 3-5 days or sooner to be filled.  If it is a complex request that involves other departments and/or the gathering of emails, it may take longer. We will send an email or telephone you if your request will exceed the 3-5 days. The City Clerk's Office is located on the 2nd floor of City Hall, 100 NW 1st Avenue, Delray Beach, Florida 33444.

Office Hours are Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Telephone (561) 243-7050
Fax (561) 243-3774

For information regarding vital records, traffic tickets, or assistance from the Palm Beach County Clerk's Office, call (561) 274-1400 or visit their webiste at www.pbcgov.com.  Florida Statutes are available at www.leg.state.fl.us.