The Office of the City Secretary is at the forefront of the legislative and administrative processes in local government and is appointed by the Town Council. The duties and responsibilities (assigned by various statutes, ordinances, or under the direction of the City Manager) include, but are not limited to:

• Attend all meetings of the Town Council and the Pantego Economic Development Corporation (PEDC) Board
• Keep minutes of the governing body's proceedings
• Engross and enroll all laws, resolutions, and ordinances adopted by the governing body and safeguard the Town's seal 
• Coordinate with Tarrant County Elections to ensure the appearance of local candidates and initiatives on the ballot each May
• Take charge of, arrange, and maintain the records of the governing body
• Countersign all commissions issued to municipal officers and all licenses issued by the Mayor and keep a record of those commissions and licenses
• Prepare all notices required under any regulation or ordinance of the municipality