Sec. 228. - Continuance of contract.

All contracts entered into by the city, for its benefit, prior to the taking effect of this charter, shall continue in full force and effect. All public work begun prior to the taking effect of this charter shall be continued and perfected hereunder. Public improvements for which legislative steps have been taken under law in force at the time this charter takes effect, may be carried to completion in accordance with the provisions of such laws.