The records consist of 8 series:

Series 23: Minutes, 1913-1971

Series 55: By-Laws, 1913-1971

Series 46: Financial Statements, 1914-1971

Series 12: Election Records, 1913-1969

Series 52: General Correspondence

Series 53: General Files, 1962-1971

Series 57: Building Plans, 1920-1960 (Access Restrictions)

Series 136: Financial Ledgers, 1911-1969

The records consist of 14 series:

Series 16: Election Records, 1928-1969

Series 85: Minutes, 1913-1971

Series 86: By-Laws, 1913-1971

Series 87: Agreements, 1913-1973

Series 88: Development Agreements, 1956-1975

Series 89: Early Communications and Agreements, 1913-1966

Series 90: Financial Records, 1913-1971

Series 91: Assessment and Taxation Records, 1913-1971

Series 92: Subject Files, 1938-1972 (Access Restrictions)

Series 93: Photographs, 1961-1971

Series 94: Municipal Aid Records, 1934-1973 (Access Restrictions)

Series 95: Town Planning Files, 1947-1972

Series 96: Public Works and Local Improvements Files, 1941-1974

Series 97: Applications for Building Permits, 1948-1961 (Access Restrictions)

Fonds 1 consists of administrative, legislative, financial and photographic records documenting the operation of the City of Winnipeg prior to amalgamation.

A substantial part of the fonds consists of records documenting the debates and decisions of Council, such as Council minutes and by-laws. Also included are minutes of the Board of Control, as well as minutes and reports of other standing and special committees of Council. These records cover a wide range of municipal functions, including finance, land use planning, public works, social services and other municipal services.

Some municipal responsibilities are documented in greater detail in departmental records or records of various boards and commissions. These include parks and recreation, public health and planning. General information about the City of Winnipeg, including elected representatives, history, and statistics can be found in City Clerk's Department records.

Records that document the financial history of the City include tax assessment records, auditors reports and financial statements.

Photographic records document the growth of the City and activities of elected officials, municipal employees, and citizens.