Special powers of the Chief Executive Councillor

Specrnl potvers OJ tlic Chre J Execrrtr \,e C1or~~icrllor.--If the Chief Esecutive Councillor is of the opinion that immediate action or execution of any work is required in the interest of maintaining esSentia1 sentices or the prevention of extensive damage to any senricc or propelty of the Council he may take such action or execute such work \vithout the prior approval of the Executive Council and d~rect that expenses lor such action or esecution shall be paid fro111 tlic Council Fund : Provided that the Chief Esecuti\,c Councillor shall report forth~vith to tlie Council or to the Euecutnre Counc~l, as tlie case may be, of the action taken or works executed and reasons therefor.