Fresno’s city clerk for the past four years is leaving for a new job.

Todd Stermer tells Politics 101 he is leaving to become the clerk of Sacramento County. His last day is Nov. 30.

“Fresno’s really all I’ve ever known, so I’m excited to experience something different. I can bring what I’ve learned here, learn something new up there, and hopefully make good things happen,” Stermer said.

The city council hired Stermer in 2021, and recently approved a raise to $153,716. His proposed starting salary in Sacramento County is $206,106. The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to vote on the contract Nov. 4.

“I was made an offer that unfortunately means I won’t be able to stay here in Fresno,” Stermer said.

Stermer recommended his top lieutenant, Bernard Canez, for the job.

The city council s

See Full Page