§ 57.83. Maintenance of Records; Filing Fees.

(a)

At the Mayor's direction, the City Clerk shall prepare the form of all affidavits, amendments, and certificates required to be filed under this Act. The City Clerk shall maintain a record of all affidavits, amendments, and certificates filed pursuant to this ordinance.

(b)

The City Clerk is authorized to establish fees for the filing of any affidavits, amendments, and the issuance of any certificates required by this act, subject to the approval of the Orlando City Council. Any fees established under this section shall be commensurate with the actual costs of administering the provisions of this ordinance.

(c)

The City Clerk is authorized and directed to take all actions necessary to implement the provisions of this section within ninety (90) days after this ordinance is enacted.

(d)

If Orange County, Florida establishes a domestic partnership registry law that is substantially similar to the City of Orlando's Domestic Partnership registry code provisions, the City Clerk shall collaborate with Orange County to determine whether a joint registration system will most efficiently serve our citizens. The City Clerk will bring any recommendations for joint administration to City Council for its consideration. If such a joint registry is established, the references in to the City Clerk shall mean the filing officer for the joint registry approved by City Council and Orange County.

(Ord. No. 2011-54, § 1, 12-12-2011, Doc. #1112121202)