A. Redemption. Any vessel removed pursuant to the provisions of this chapter may be redeemed within thirty (30) days of removal, upon proof of ownership and payment of all costs incident to removal and storage.
B. Unclaimed Vessels. Any vessel not redeemed pursuant to subsection A of this section, is subject to disposal or sale pursuant to Article 4 (commencing with Section 500) of Chapter 2 of Division 3 or Section 522 of the California Harbors and Navigation Code.
C. Costs. The registered owner of the vessel is civilly liable for all costs, fees, damages, and expenses incurred by the city in removing, storing, selling, or otherwise disposing of the vessel. These costs are a lien upon the vessel and may be recovered from the proceeds of the sale.
D. Liability. The city, its employees, agents and officers are not liable for damages of any nature whatsoever arising out of, or in any way connected with, the removal or disposition of a vessel or other property in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 2014-0037 § 2)