The resolution providing for the construction or reconstruction of a sidewalk, as the case may be, shall give the owner of the abutting property not less than thirty (30) days nor more than sixty (60) days, after its publication one time in the official city paper, in which to construct or cause to be constructed or reconstructed the sidewalk at his own expense. If the sidewalk is not constructed by the property owner within the time specified, the governing body shall cause the work to be done by contract. (Prior code § 14-106)