§ 7.10  LAPSE OF APPROPRIATIONS.
   Every appropriation, except an appropriation for a capital expenditure and as otherwise provided by law, shall lapse at the close of the fiscal year to the extent that it has not been expended or encumbered. An appropriation for a capital expenditure shall continue in force until the purpose for which it was made has been accomplished or abandoned.  The purpose of any such appropriation may be deemed abandoned by ordinance or resolution of Council.