6-8-3: DURATION OF IMPOUNDMENT:
   A.   Release Upon Written Order: Unless otherwise provided hereinafter, any vehicle impounded under the provisions of this code shall be stored and held safely until a written order for its release, signed by the chief of police (or his designated representative), has been issued.
   B.   Conditions Of Release: The written order for release shall be conditioned upon:
      1.   Payment of all impoundment costs and accrued storage charges assessed against the vehicle, by the person to whom the release is issued; and
      2.   Payment of all fines and costs due the city because of traffic law or other law violations involving the vehicle, or proper security posted for said fine or law violation. (1985 Code § 18-32)