Explore 19th-century city planning and governance through foundational statutes and ward descriptions.
This edition compiles detailed laws governing city boundaries, ward divisions, and municipal administration. It provides concrete examples of how a growing city defined its streets, districts, and political boundaries in a historical context.
- Describes how Albany and nearby areas were divided into wards and how ward lines were drawn along major streets.
- Shows the process of setting county lines, water boundaries, and street layouts used to govern urban growth.
- Includes historical notes on boundary maps, landmarks, and official descriptions that guided municipal decisions.
- Offers a window into 19th‑century legal language and the administration of city services and elections.
Ideal for readers interested in local history, urban planning, or the evolution of New York state governance.