Mr. Clarey served as an elected councillor for the City of Stirling from 1986 until his retirement in 2007.
During his tenure, he was actively involved in several key committees, including Town Planning and Statutory Services Policy, Corporate Planning, Community Services, and Corporate Planning. Additionally, he chaired two committees: Technical Services and Budget and Finance.
Mr. Clarey also served as Mayor of the City from 1995 to 1997.