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Displaying 70 Finding Aids
Title
- Syracuse State School photographic survey records
Series Number
- B1694
Summary
- This series resulted from a survey done prior to a renovation undertaken at Syracuse State School in 1969-1970. The survey included Bill Rothschild's photo-documentation of the exterior and interior views of the institution's historic buildings including the main building, grounds, out-buildings, and other school facilities. The series includes slides and photographic survey materials in film and printed formats.
Creator
- Syracuse State School
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Historical research and "cornerstone" files
Series Number
- B1657
Summary
- This series consists of photographs; key plot plans; blueprints; articles on the school; and assorted records representing accumulated research on the history of the Syracuse State School compiled prior to the laying of the cornerstone of a "new" Syracuse State School in 1971. Included is information on laying of the cornerstone of the new building (1971) including planning documents for the ceremony as well as material collection by the Historical Committee of the Central New York Developmental Services Office.
Creator
- New York (State). Central New York Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Facilities Development Corporation minutes, resolutions, and meeting agendas of the Board of Directors and Trustees
Series Number
- 16021
Summary
- The series consists of certified copies of minutes and approved resolutions of the Board of Trustees, as well as agendas of meetings of the Board of Directors of the Facilities Development Corporation. The series includes transmittal letters accompanying the minutes. The minutes include charts and tables of projects under construction, showing contract awards and progress; statements of furnishing and equipment expenditures; and copies of agreements and the fund's operating budget.
Creator
- Facilities Development Corporation (N.Y.)
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Association of Boards of Visitors of New York State Facilities for the Mentally Disabled "The Visitors" newsletters
Series Number
- B2798
Summary
- This series contains 13 volumes of "The Visitors" newsletter published by the Association of Boards of Visitors of New York State Facilities for the Mentally Disabled. This organization oversees the care provided by New York State operated facilities for people with mental health, behavioral health, and intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Creator
- Association of Boards of Visitors of New York State Facilities for the Mentally Disabled
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Rome Developmental Disabilities Services Office historical background files
Series Number
- B2388
Summary
- This series contains reports, correspondence, memorandums, policy documents, manuals, newsletters, and other publications that were collected or retained by several entities at the Rome State School (later Rome Developmental Center). The records were assembled for their historical interest, to provide information to the public, or for research value in the areas of treatments and conditions, patient life, staff training, facility expansion, and infrastructure repair and improvement.
Creator
- New York (State). Rome Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
- Records identifying patients are restricted permanently in accordance with Section 33.13, Mental Hygiene Law, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access permitted under certain conditions upon application to and approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
Title
- Taconic Developmental and Disabilities Services Office promotional and training material
Series Number
- B2820
Summary
- This series consists of photographs and videotapes created and used for promotional or training purposes. The images document mandated and optional training courses for employees; therapy sessions; occupational education classes; buildings and grounds; as well as living/working conditions.
Creator
- New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
- Photographs depicting patients are restricted in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law, Section 33.13, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access is permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
Title
- Monthly payroll books
Series Number
- B1667
Summary
- This series consists of monthly payrolls "of attendants and servants" at the New York State Asylum for Idiots (1876-1890) and the Syracuse State Institution for Feeble-Minded Children (1891-1911). Occupations of those listed include cook, baker, seamstress, table girl, nurse, attendant, gardener, hall girl, farmer, engineer, man, gymnast, and carpenter, among others. Payroll format changes slightly over time.
Creator
- Syracuse State Institution for Feeble-Minded Children
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Minutes of monthly meetings of Board of Visitors
Series Number
- B1673
Summary
- The series consists of typescript copies of monthly meeting minutes of the Board of Visitors of the Syracuse State School, submitted by the secretary of the board. Contents typically reflect presentations to the board by various school departments and special committees, often about such topics as progress on remodeling or building projects, the status of newly acquired residences, and status of various school programs.
Creator
- Syracuse State School
Access Restrictions
- Names of students or clients found in this series are restricted pursuant to Mental Hygiene Law sect. 33.13. Access permitted under certain conditions upon application to and approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
Title
- Office of Mental Health facility administrative records
Series Number
- B2810
Summary
- This series consists of records that document the administrative work of Office of Mental Health facilities. Included are laboratory and administrative subject files of the Nathan Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research in Orangeburg, which investigates the causes, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of severe and persistent mental illnesses. Records include correspondence, reports, project proposals, administrative records, and budget documents.
Creator
- New York (State). Office of Mental Health
Access Restrictions
- Portions of series restricted in accordance with Section 33.13, Mental Hygiene Law, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access permitted under certain conditions upon application to and approval by the Office of Mental Health.
Title
- Rome Developmental Disabilities Services Office Board of Visitors records
Series Number
- B2384
Summary
- This series chiefly contains records related to institutional activities as reported to the Board of Visitors. The records include reports from managers or directors of individual departments, offices, and programs (Board of Managers) to the director of the Rome State Custodial Asylum, Rome State School, Rome Developmental Center, and Rome Developmental Disabilities Services Office.
Creator
- New York (State). Rome Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
- Partially restricted in accordance with Section 33.13, Mental Hygiene Law, relating to confidentiality of patient clinical records. Access permitted under certain conditions upon application to and approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
Title
- Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office Deputy Director's subject files
Series Number
- B2797
Summary
- This series contains the subject files of former deputy directors of the Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office. Included are the records of Mark Searle, Barbara Stapholz, and Michael Kirchner. Files consists of meeting minutes, monthly reports, personnel files, memorandums, and other records.
Creator
- New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
- Records identifying clients are restricted in accordance with Section 33.13, Mental Hygiene Law, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
Title
- Stock ledgers
Series Number
- B1672
Summary
- The series consists of ledgers providing dates, value, and quantity information on "stock" goods received, stored on-hand, or issued during 1894-1914 at the Syracuse State Institution for Feeble-Mined Children. Entries are by product, and then chronological by date (month/day). For goods received, there is information on date (month/day), receiving book folio (page number), value, and quantity. For goods available on-hand, date and quantity are shown. For goods issued, information includes date, quantity, and issuing book folio (page number).
Creator
- Syracuse State Institution for Feeble-Minded Children
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office reports of major administrative studies
Series Number
- B2805
Summary
- These files represent the major administrative studies initiated by agency heads of the Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office and its predecessor entities or conducted in response to a legislative, federal, or State Comptroller program audit. The records address agency wide operations or issues, as well as transitions. Some of the studies also include feasibility reports, restructuring and consolidation studies, planning reports, and admission and discharge procedures.
Creator
- New York (State). Taconic Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Rome Developmental Disabilities Services Office staff development and training files
Series Number
- B2682
Summary
- These records document mandated and optional training courses for employees that were developed by staff, the Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities and expert vendors.
Creator
- New York (State). Rome Developmental Disabilities Services Office
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Rome Developmental Center census and attendance records
Series Number
- B2709
Summary
- This series contains scattered attendance records for individual patients or students and summary statistical information, in the form of census rosters, for treatment units.
Creator
- Rome Developmental Center (N.Y.)
Access Restrictions
- Restricted in accordance with Section 33.13, Mental Hygiene Law, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
Title
- Syracuse State School receipt books
Series Number
- B1677
Summary
- This series consists of volumes recording monies received by the Syracuse State School for support of pupils (perhaps private pay). Information includes date, name of payee, amount received, student name, and initials of the official receiving the funds. There are no entries for the period January 9, 1953 - August 3, 1961. Records are restricted.
Creator
- Syracuse State School
Access Restrictions
- Restricted in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law, Section 33.13, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access is permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
Title
- Syracuse State School time books
Series Number
- B1663
Summary
- The volumes in this series record time and attendance of staff, presumably at the Syracuse State School (the time books carry no institutional designation). There are no records for the years 1940-1942, 1956-1958, 1963-1965, and information is missing from some months within the date span represented (1935-1969).
Creator
- Syracuse State School
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Syracuse State Institution for Feeble-Minded Children specifications book
Series Number
- B1676
Summary
- This series consists of copies of specifications printed by the City of New York for purchase of building supplies, dry goods, and raw materials. Most specifications were adopted by the city in 1914. The copy was likely used as a reference for institutional purchases, or for cost estimates and other planning purposes. Included are specifications for such items as crushed stone, steel, wire, plaster, and various types of wood; urinals, mirrors, and candles; and medicine droppers, drinking cups, and gauze.
Creator
- Syracuse State Institution for Feeble-Minded Children
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Title
- Engineer's diaries and field books of land surveys and contract work
Series Number
- B1650
Summary
- This series consists of field books; engineer's diaries of land surveys and contract work on the Syracuse Psychopathic Hospital; Newark State School and Hospital; Syracuse State Forestry College; the Oneida Fish Hatchery and colonies of the Syracuse State School. Records include engineer's diaries for contract work on sewers, fire and waterlines; roads and walks; retaining walls, sidewalks and gradings; and on a water supply dam. Field notes and final accounts may be present.
Creator
- Syracuse Developmental Center
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Construction account ledgers
Series Number
- B1679
Summary
- This series records materials costs for construction and maintenance projects conducted at the Syracuse State Institution for Feeble-Minded Children and (successor Syracuse State School for Mental Defectives. Projects include plumbing/drainage systems improvements, wiring or telephone installation, heating system reconstruction, repairs, equipment expenditures, and cost for industries (e.g., farm colonies). Arranged by project and year, entries include expenses, billing date, description of the material or item and the total amount due. Volume 2 is restricted due to severe mold damage.
Creator
- Syracuse State School for Mental Defectives
Access Restrictions
- Volume 2 isRestricted due to severe mold damage,pending treatment.