The Clerk's Office prepares agendas for Town Council meetings and posts notices for all public boards, committees, and commissions in easily accessible locations. In compliance with A.R.S. § 38-431.02, Public Meeting Notices for the Council, Commissions, and Boards are available at the Queen Creek Historic Town Hall courtyard bulletin board, located at 22358 S. Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek.

Meeting agendas can also be accessed on the Town of Queen Creek's official website at www.QueenCreekAz.gov by visiting the "Watch Town Meetings" page. Each meeting notice will specify the date, time, and location, along with an agenda.

Additionally, in accordance with A.R.S. § 9-813, any ordinances imposing penalties, fines, or other punishments will be posted at the aforementioned locations.

The Clerk's Office accepts applications from citizens who wish to volunteer their time and expertise on boards, committees, or commissions. The Town Council is responsible for making appointments and reappointments as needed.

The Town Clerk's Office oversees municipal elections held in August and, if necessary, November of even-numbered years. We also maintain and publish candidate and committee campaign finance reports. Additionally, the Clerk administers Initiative, Referendum, and Recall elections, which can only occur in March, May, August, or November under Arizona law.

For additional information on elections, please contact your respective County Elections Department:

• Maricopa County
• Pinal County

The Town Clerk's Office collaborates with the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control to review liquor license applications. While the Town Council recommends the issuance of premises liquor licenses after a 20-day public hearing period, Resolution 1240-18 grants the Town Clerk the authority to make recommendations to the Arizona Department on the following:

• Acquisition of control/agent change applications
• Craft distillery fair licenses
• Fair/festival licenses
• Special event liquor licenses
• Temporary extensions of premises

The Town of Queen Creek does not issue marriage licenses or domestic partnerships.

Marriage License: Marriage licenses are processed by the Maricopa County Clerk of the Superior Court or Pinal County Clerk of the Superior Court.

Domestic Partnership: The Queen Creek Town Council has not adopted an Ordinance authorizing the Town Clerk to execute civil unions; however, the City of Tucson and the City of Sedona offer a registry that does not require residency and can be completed by mail. Forms are available on their respective websites.

The Town does not process passport applications. For information or to find a nearby location, please visit the U.S. Department of State website.

The Town Clerk's Office certifies official documents, records Council actions, and publishes ordinances. To view or obtain copies of records, please submit a request through our public records request portal. 

For records related to the Police Department, requests can be made via the Queen Creek Police Department's Public Records Portal.

Service of Process
Under the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure, the Town Clerk serves as the authorized agent to receive notices of claims and service of process on behalf of the Town.

Notices of Claim
Claims against the Town of Queen Creek for injury or property damage must be filed with the Town Clerk before initiating any legal action. 

To file a claim:

1. Complete a Claim Form.
2. Submit the completed form in person or by mail to the Town Clerk's Office at 22358 S. Ellsworth Road.
3. Ensure the claim is filed within 180 days of the incident.

The Town of Queen Creek will review the claim and take appropriate action as needed. 

For additional questions, contact the Town's Risk Management Division at 480-358‑3917.

Short-Term Rental Operators are required to register their properties. 

The short-term rental registration ensures contact information is on file in the event of an emergency, provides information on prohibited uses and shares other helpful information.

The Town Code is the official set of laws governing our community, adopted through various Ordinances by the Town Council. The Town Clerk's Office is responsible for codifying the laws enacted by the Council.