FAQs
City Council
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How many city council members are there?
How many city council members are there?
The City of Claremont has five city council members.
When are city council elections held?
When are city council elections held?
Elections are held the first Tuesday after the first Monday in March of odd-numbered years.
Where can I find the agenda for an upcoming council meeting or see the minutes of past City Council
Where can I find the agenda for an upcoming council meeting or see the minutes of past City Council
Council meeting minutes and agendas are available on the Claremont website by clicking below or you can request copies from the City Clerk at 909/399-5460.
How long is the city council's term of office?
How long is the city council's term of office?
City council members in Claremont serve four-year terms. There is no limit as to how many terms a city council member can serve. The terms of office are staggered, with three council seats filled at one election and the other two seats filled at another election two years later.
How is Claremont's mayor selected?
How is Claremont's mayor selected?
The mayor and the mayor pro tem are selected by the city council from among its own members. The mayor is the presiding officer at council meetings, with the mayor pro tem filling that role in the mayor's absence. Both the mayor and mayor pro tem have the same voting power as any other council member.
Do council members represent specific areas of town?
Do council members represent specific areas of town?
No, Claremont city council members are elected "at large," meaning each one is elected by voters from throughout the entire city and represent all citizens of Claremont.
Who are Claremont's current council members and mayor?
Who are Claremont's current council members and mayor?
You can see the names and photos of Claremont's current city council members, as well as see who is currently serving as mayor and mayor pro tem, by clicking below. You can also read a brief biography of each council member at that page.
When are City Council meetings held?
When are City Council meetings held?
Claremont City Council meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber located at 225 W. Second Street.
Can anyone attend City Council meetings?
Can anyone attend City Council meetings?
Council meetings are public meetings and anyone is welcome to attend. Special closed sessions that deal with personnel and some legal matters are not open to the public.
Are City Council meetings available on the Internet or cable TV?
Are City Council meetings available on the Internet or cable TV?
Yes, they are. You can listen to city council meetings live over the Internet by following the instructions found by clicking below. Meetings are also videotaped and shown on Comcast cable TV channel 29 every Saturday at 1 p.m. and every Monday at 1 p.m. and 8 p.m.
