What right does the City not retain regarding the Contractor's work?

The correct answer is that the City does not retain the right to control the means or method of the Contractor's work. In contractual agreements, particularly in contractor relationships, the contractor is typically responsible for determining how to complete the work specified in the contract. This includes the selection of methods, tools, and processes required to achieve the desired outcomes. Retaining control over the means or methods would imply a level of control that undermines the contractor's independence and professional judgment in carrying out their responsibilities.

The other choices pertain to elements that a city might retain depending on the contract structure. For instance, overseeing daily operations, managing finances, and dictating timelines can be part of a contractor agreement where the contractor is accountable to the agency for the overall project goals and deliverables. However, fundamentally, the contractor's autonomy in deciding how to execute the work is protected, which is why the City does not have that right in relation to the contractor's specific methods or means. This delineation of responsibilities is crucial for ensuring effective project management and quality work.