(a) There shall be added to every bill not paid on or before the due date as set forth on the bill a late penalty equal to 10% of the current charges. The total outstanding balance, plus penalties, shall bear interest at the rate set forth in § 5.20.050 of the City of Sand Point’s Code of Ordinances.
(b) To The extent allowed by federal and state law, the city shall hold and retain and/or may create a lien, maritime or otherwise, against any boat or property for any unpaid fees or charges the boat, property and/or its owner or operator owe the city. If any such fees and charges remain unpaid and delinquent, the city may, at its option, enforce and foreclose its lien by suit in rem pursuant to applicable federal and state law. Such suit shall not preclude the city from pursuing any other remedy at law or in equity.
(c) The Harbormaster may impound any boat or other personal property for the failure of the owner to pay any fees or charges as set in this Title when the fees remain unpaid for a period of 30 days.
(d) All payments shall be applied first to pay any collection costs incurred by the city, then to pay penalties and interest, and then to pay the principal amount owing and due.
(Ord. 2011-05, passed 6-14-11)