In the case of an emergency which could not reasonably be foreseen wherein a delay would result in the interruption or detriment to the public service, the requirement for competitive bidding may be waived with the consent of the Mayor. For such an event he shall make a full report in writing of the emergency to Council at its next meeting after such purchase or contract is made, who shall approve the same providing there is an adequate unencumbered appropriation sufficient for such purpose.
(Ord. 397-94. Passed 7-26-94.)