§ 40 Preliminary Appropriations
   After the beginning of the fiscal year, and before the annual appropriation ordinance has been passed, the Council may make appropriations for the current expenses of the City, chargeable to the appropriations of the year when passed, to an amount sufficient to cover the necessary expenses of the various departments, divisions and offices until the annual appropriation ordinance is in force. No other liabilities shall be incurred by any officer or employee of the City, except in accordance with the provisions of the annual appropriation ordinance.
(Effective November 9, 1931)