San José City Records, 1850-1950

This collection includes City of San José Council Minutes, Ordinance and Resolution Records, the bulk of which are from 1850-1950, and photographs and records from the Office of the City Clerk.

About the Collection

This collection includes City of San José Council Minutes, Ordinance and Resolution Records, the bulk of which are from 1850-1950, and photographs and records from the Office of the City Clerk.

The City of San José was officially incorporated on March 27, 1850 by Legislative Act through Chapter 47 of the Statutes of California.

For information about using images from this collection, contact the California Room.

The San Jose City Clerk's office holds additional records for viewing online, including archived recordings of city council and planning meetings from 2005 to present.