Legislative Services

Overview

Municipal Governance and Records

Council Support: Agendas, minutes, and meeting coordination
Information Access: Freedom of Information (FOI) requests
Elections: Administration of municipal voting

The Legislative Services Department at Nanaimo City Hall acts as the primary link between the City Council, staff, and the public. It is responsible for the statutory duties of the Corporate Officer, which includes ensuring the accurate recording of Council decisions and the preservation of official city records. The department plays a crucial role in maintaining the transparency and accountability of local government operations. 🏛️📜

Citizens utilize this office to submit Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, file claims for damages against the city, or register to speak as a delegation at Council meetings. Additionally, the department manages the fair and impartial conduct of local government elections and oversees the official processing and registry of city bylaws. 🗳️📝

Public Services

Transparency: Public access to government records.
Bylaws: Official processing and registry.
Delegations: Scheduling public presentations to Council.

Located in the historic City Hall building on Wallace Street, the office provides essential administrative support to ensure the smooth functioning of the municipality’s democratic processes. 🇨🇦🏢