The Department is headed by the Chamber Secretary. It  is established in terms of the Urban Councils’ Act Chapter 29:15 and it is responsible for central administration and secretarial services to Council. The Chamber Secretary ensures that :

• Committees of Council are properly constituted
• Business is conducted in compliance with legislation, standing orders and corporate governance principles
• Capacity building for Councillors
• Effective public participation in Council’s decisions
• Provides legal advice to Council and departments of Council
• Deputises the Town Clerk in his absence

Under this Department are the following Sections

• Human Resources
• Commitees
• Civil Protection
• Estates Management
• Registry
• Security

This Central Department also services  Audit and Public Relations and Economic Development