In case of an actual or apparent emergency which requires immediate procurement of supplies or contractual services, the affected department head may approve acquisition at the lowest attainable price without further compliance with the procedures provided herein. In such event, however, a full report of the circumstances of the emergency purchase shall be filed by the procuring department with the city manager. Upon approval of the city manager, the report will be filed with the purchasing manager and shall be open to public inspection. An “emergency” is any fact, circumstance or situation which threatens injury or damage as the result of any happening or circumstance which would delay the work of the city in such manner as to vitally affect life, health or convenience of the public. (Ord. 2018-04-004, 4-5-2018; amd. Ord. 2023-026, 10-19-2023)