AZ vs. CA:07 California Exhibits, Vol. VII; Nos. 326-370

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-53- be taken over by the district, and the strengthening and improvement of its canals, laterals, headworks and distribution system generally; and also for the further construction of drainage canals and ditches and other works necessary for the drainage of the swamp and overflowed lands; also for the further protection of the inhabitants of the district and the improvement of health or other conditions in the valley to take such steps as may be necessary or proper for the elimination of mosquitos or other insect pests; provided, however, that no new construction work shall be contracted, nor shall any replacement or repair work be contracted, where the cost thereof will exceed three thousand dollars without first causing a description of the work to be performed, with specifications and plans to be prepared and at least ten days' notice given of an intention to contract for the work, and inviting sealed bids. Such notice must be given by publishing notice at least once during the week preceding the time for submitting bids, in a newspaper published within the district, or if none is published therein, then within the county of Riverside, State of California, as the board of trustees may direct. The work must be let to the lowest and best responsible bidder, but the trustees shall have the right to reject any and all bids; provided, however, that in the event the properties or inhabitants within the district, or the levees, water system or reclamation works, or any part thereof, shall be threatened with destruction or serious damage Notice inviting bids. Letting of contract.