Scope and Contents The City Council Records, c.1800-1859 [bulk 1816-1843] contain nearly 2,000 documents created or received by the Common and Select City Councils of Pittsburgh from the beginning of the 19th century to the 1850s. Records typically include communications, petitions, reports, drafts of ordinances and resolutions, attendance sheets and invoices. Topics covered by the records include public works projects, commerce, public safety and the administration of laws and regulations. Matters...