(A) If, in the opinion of the officer, the market value of an abandoned vehicle upon which a report is made pursuant to § 73.08 hereof is less than $500, the officer may order the vehicle to be immediately disposed of at an automobile scrap yard. A copy of the report prepared pursuant to § 73.08, and photographs of the abandoned vehicle, shall be forwarded to the Bureau. Originals of these materials shall be retained by the city for a period of two calendar years, after which time the records may be disposed of.
(B) If, in the opinion of the officer, the market value of the abandoned vehicle or parts upon which a report is made pursuant to § 73.08 hereof is at least $500 or more, the officer shall make a reasonable effort to ascertain the person who owns the vehicle or parts or who may be in control of the vehicle or parts. After 72 hours, the officer shall require the vehicle to be towed to a storage area.
(Ord. 6153, passed 2-29-00)