It was pointed out by the Treasurer that the full extent of contemplated economies is not yet ascertainable. The adjustments that are immediately in prospect are given below and arrangements wil be made to give effect to any subsequent amendments that may be found necessary at later stages in the construction of the These proposals having met with the approval of members, the relevant comparative statistics were adjusted.
The amended estimates for 1940 now total $15,781,290, as compared with the 1939 budget, $11,912,120. The increase in the amended estimates over the last budget thus is $3,869,170 ro 32.48 per cent.
The Chairman observed that the upkeep of the Jail absorbed a very large sum and enquired of the. Governor whether it was possible to effect economy. The latter drew attention to the large number of prisoners accommodated and stated that every item of expenditure was carefully scrutinized and that it was not believed possible to operate the Jail on a lower budget. With regard to the appropriations for Blankets and Buckets, the Governor stated that the present stock was insufficient, Blankets were reissued immediately after fumigation on return to store and no surplus stocks were available. The number of buckets might be reduced to 1500 but if the full number of 2000 were required they would have to be obtained.
Subject to any necessary further adjustments by the Treasurer, in conjunction with the Commissioner of Police, the Police Force Estimates of Extraordinary and Ordinary Expenditure for 1940 were approved for submission to the Finance Committee.
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