Mathes v. City of Long Beach

Plaintiff contractor was the successful bidder for the construction of an ornamental lighting system on Santa Fe Avenue in the city of Long Beach. The work was planned by the city, and plaintiff bid for it, in accordance with the provisions of the Improvement Act of 1911 (Sts. & Hy. Code, § 5100 et seq.)

The contract was executed by the contractor and by the city. The contractor furnished to the city the bonds and contracts of indemnity called for by the contract. Prior to the time fixed for commencement of his work, the contractor brought this action to determine whether the contract was or…