
Rachel Whitsett, CLERK
(586) 749-5301, EXT. 215
rwhitsett@villageofnewhaven-mi.gov
TERM – 2020-2022
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About the Office of the Village Clerk
The Village Clerk is one of several elected positions in the Village. Reporting directly to the Council, the Village Clerk serves as secretary for the Village Council and of the Municipality. The responsibilities of the Village Clerk in the Village of New Haven are as follows:
- Gives notice of all Council meetings to its members and the public, and shall maintain an accurate record of all Council proceedings;
- Maintains the seal of the Village and attest the President's signature, as the case may be, on all documents;
- Serves as the municipal Supervisor of Elections;
- Administers the publication of the Village Code and Charter;
- Maintains custody of the Village’s vital records including agreements, contracts, Agendas & Minutes, ordinances, proclamations, and resolutions;
- Functions as the Information Technology Coordinator; and
- Click to view copies of Agendas & Minutes