If the owner of private property upon which a damaged vehicle is found neglects or fails to remove or repair the same as required by Section 51.08 of this chapter within ten (10) days after receipt of the notice to abate, or such other time as may be fixed on hearing or appeal, the Chief of Police shall abate such nuisance by causing the damaged or inoperable vehicle to be impounded. The Chief of Police shall keep an accurate account of the expenses incurred. The itemized expense account shall be filed with the City Administrator who shall cause such expense to be paid by the City.