New York House of Refuge Building Committee Minutes

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Overview of the Records

Repository
New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
The New York House of Refuge building committee was charged with constructing, equipping and maintaining the Randalls Island facility. Meeting minutes provide information such as estimates for construction; abstracts of bids; bills for expenses; awarding of contracts; names of supply and construction contractors; approval of bills; and progress of construction, based on reports from the architect.
Title
New York House of Refuge building committee minutes
Quantity
0.1 cubic feet; 1 volume(s); 1 35mm microfilm roll(s)
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
A2059
Creator
Arrangement

Chronological.

Scope and Content Note

These are meeting minutes of the committee charged with constructing, equipping and maintaining the new Randalls Island facility, which opened in 1854.

The minutes provide such information as estimates for construction; abstracts of bids; bills for expenses; awarding of contracts; names of supply and construction contractors; approval of bills; and progress of construction, based on reports from the architect.

Alternate Formats Available

Microfilm is available for use at the New York State Archives or through interlibrary loan.

Custodial History

The Department of Correction placed these records on loan to the Syracuse University Library from 1960-1977.

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.

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