Tlio Major tlioughfc it was not a part of Mr Webb's functions to purchase the material, and it was decided that he cither accept the oll'er or leave it alone. The Health Officer reported a case of scarlet fever in Bannister-strcct, but which had originated at Upper Plain, The Clerk stated that in reforence to the hose-reel recently procured by Cr Pickoring for the Municipal Brigade, he understood that Gr Pickering had been authorised to obtain it, together with other appliances, After a little discussion it was decided to pay the account. The Poundkeeper's report, which re commended seyeral miuor improvements being affected at the pound, besides pro curing a desk, was read, and it was decided to carry out the improvements suggested aud obtain a desk. The Building Surveyor reported on buildings being erected, additions and removals, and that one was contrary to the by-laws. As the By-law Ucvision Committee had recommended altering the building by-laws dealing with the objection, no action was taken in the matter.
The Inspector of Nuisances reported that he had inspected (he Kurupuni creek in Pownall-strcct, and had given notices to have it cleaned; he had also taken a similar course with reference to the creek in Makora-road. The By-law Ucvision Committee's report was held over tdl next mooting. The report of the Committee appointed to enquire into the complaints made against the ranger was read aud adopted. The minules of the Works and Finance Committeo were read and adopted.
