If the owner or agent shall fail to comply with the requirements of the notice within the time specified in the notice, then the Chief of Police shall proceed to have the designated tree, tree material or shrub, treated or removed and report the cost thereof to the City Clerk. In lieu of city employees performing any such work, the governing body may contract with any competent person, company or corporation for the performance of such work.
(1987 Code, § 13-204)