City Clerk Lydia Martinez – Bridgeport, CT

General Overview

Lydia N. Martinez serves as the elected City Clerk for the City of Bridgeport. A long-standing public servant, she has previously served as a State Representative (128th District) and a City Council member before assuming the role of City Clerk. As the City Clerk, she acts as the official keeper of the City Seal and is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the city’s legislative records. Her office records and certifies all ordinances and resolutions adopted by the City Council, administers oaths of office to city officials, and serves as a repository for public documents.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Office of the City Clerk handles several statutory and charter-mandated functions, including:

• Legislative Records: Maintaining the official journals and minutes of the Bridgeport City Council and its committees.
• Certifications: Providing certified copies of city records, ordinances, and meeting minutes to the public and other government agencies.
• Oaths and Appointments: Swearing in elected and appointed officials, including police officers and board members.
• Public Notice: Posting agendas and notices for public meetings in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act.

Contact and Location

While the input address (90 Grant St) is associated with her residential or campaign contact, the official Office of the City Clerk is located at City Hall, 45 Lyon Terrace, Room 204. Residents seeking official services such as land record recording (which is handled by the separate Town Clerk’s office) or legislative inquiries should visit the City Hall offices during standard business hours. Lydia Martinez is known for her active engagement in the community and often assists constituents with navigating city services.