21.1    It is understood and agreed that the specific provisions contained in this Agreement shall prevail over District practices and procedures and over State laws to the extent permitted by State law, and that in the absence of specific provisions in this Agreement, such practices and procedures are discretionary with the District, as provided for by law.

21.2    It is further understood and agreed that the Association will present these Tentative Contract Agreements to its membership and upon ratification will, in writing, notify the District of such ratification in order to achieve the District Board of Trustees ratification.