All contracts entered into by the City prior to the taking effect of this Charter are continued in full force and effect. All public work begun prior to the taking effect of this Charter shall be continued and perfected hereunder. All public improvements for which legislative steps have been taken under law in force at the time of the adoption thereof may be carried to completion in accordance with the provisions of such laws. All ordinances and resolutions in force at the time of the taking effect of this Charter, not inconsistent with its provisions, shall continue in force until amended or repealed.