The City Secretary is responsible for maintaining and administrating all records, Boards, and Commissions, fulfilling requests for public information, and overseeing the municipal court. The City Secretary is responsible for keeping the official minutes of Council meetings, the safekeeping of City ordinances, resolutions, and other official documents, and holding the annual elections for members of the City Council.

Laura Tyner has proudly served the City of Richwood since 2018. She began her career with the City in May 2018 through a temporary agency and was hired as a full-time Front Desk Utility Clerk in October 2018.

Drawing on more than 15 years of clerical experience in human resources, payroll, records management, and administrative support, Laura quickly became an asset to the organization. Her skills and dedication allowed her to take on additional responsibilities, including utility billing and permitting services, while continuing to support residents and City operations.

Over the following years, Laura expanded her knowledge of municipal government and developed a strong understanding of the services and processes that support the community. In February 2022, she was promoted to an Accounting and Payroll role while continuing to oversee utility billing and permitting functions. In this position, she further strengthened her expertise in financial administration and local government operations.

Over the years, Laura developed a strong connection to the City of Richwood, building lasting relationships with residents, contractors, and employees. She cares deeply about the community and is committed to supporting the City’s continued success and growth.

In May 2026, Laura was appointed City Secretary. In this leadership position, she remains dedicated to serving the City, supporting its employees, and helping ensure efficient, transparent, and responsive local government for the Richwood community.