Any animal impounded pursuant to this chapter maybe sold. If a sale is to take place, the notice of impoundment required by this chapter shall also include the time and place of the sale which shall be posted not less than five days nor more than ten days from the date of the notice. The animal shall be sold at auction to the highest bidder. The proceeds of the sale shall first be applied to all impoundment fees and costs of the sale with the balance paid to the City Treasurer within three days of the sale. The owner of any animal sold shall be entitled to the surplus proceeds paid to the City Treasurer upon making satisfactory proof of ownership within one year from the date of the sale. If no claim is made within this time, the City Treasurer shall transfer the proceeds to the General Fund.
(Ord. 3184, passed - -1991)