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Legal Department

The Legal Department has two divisions:

City Attorney

Provide legal advice and representation to the City of Salem and companion entities (Housing Authority of the City of Salem, Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Salem, and Hospital Facility Authority of the City of Salem).

City Recorder

Oversee the keeping of official records and documentation of official acts of the City of Salem (City Council agendas and minutes, ordinances, resolutions, deeds and easements, agreements, and other public records). Act as City Elections Officer, City Archivist, City Records Manager.

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