Chapter 737 of the Laws of 1895 established a commission to complete construction of the unfinished portions of the capitol, including approaches to the building and laying out of the grounds. In 1897 (Chapter 78) this responsibility was shifted to the Superintendent of Public Works, who directed the commission and supervised the completion of all unfinished portions, again including approaches and laying out of the grounds.
It was the superintendent's responsibility to examine the drawings and specifications prepared and submitted by the Capitol Commissioner, to alter them as necessary, and to approve them (by endorsement) when they were completed to his satisfaction. Work was then contracted by the superintendent according to the plans and specifications so prepared and approved.
From the description of New Capitol Park specifications and map, 1897-1898. (New York State Archives). WorldCat record id: 84370112
