12-10-2018 Council Meeting Packet

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2 According to the Rice Creek Snowmobile Trail Association, there are approximately 17 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in Lino Lakes, open from December 1 until March 31, each year. This figure doesn’t factor in the many miles of snowmobile riding opportunities that the frozen lakes in Lino Lakes provide each winter. Fishing on the ice in Lino Lakes each winter, primarily Centerville and Peltier Lakes, is very popular. Currently, our response capabilities are limited because the lakes and trails are not accessible by squad car for rescue events or enforcement efforts. Spring, Summer and Fall: There are many miles of improved and unimproved bicycle and hiking trails throughout Lino Lakes. The improved trails offer everyone unlimited access to various areas of the city, however, many of the trails have bridges or boardwalks with light load capacities which can’t be crossed with a squad car or traditional emergency vehicle. The unimproved trails offer natural hiking, mountain biking and fishing opportunities along the many lakes and creeks throughout the city. The City of Lino Lakes also allows for many hunting opportunities throughout the City, some of which result in accidents or medical emergencies and often, a need for our agency to investigate hunting-related complaints. A remote-area UTV would be ideal for situations such as these. The Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park, located in the center of Lino Lakes, is currently developing several miles of very challenging off-road cycling trails throughout the County Park. Although these trails are used at the cyclists own risks, all rescue responsibilities are that of the Lino Lakes Public Safety Department. Lightweight Remote-Area Enforcement and Rescue Vehicle: The Lino Lakes Public Safety Department has identified a Polaris Ranger HVAC Crew as a good option for a lightweight, remote-area rescue and enforcement vehicle. The Crew accommodates six passengers in the cab with seatbelts for each. The cargo space on the exterior is capable of holding cold-water rescue suits, rescue rope bags, personal flotation devices, as well as medical bags, defibrillator, camera gear, and other items as needed. Additionally, the Polaris Ranger HVAC Crew will be equipped with a rear rescue kit, which allows rescuers to securely transport a patient on a back-board/stokes basket out of remote areas or off frozen lakes and to an awaiting ambulance. The rescue kit also includes a seat belt- equipped rescuer seat so patient treatment can continue during transport. The Polaris Ranger HVAC has a full cab enclosure that provides a temperature-controlled environment for emergency responders to communicate without wind noise or frigid temperatures. The climate-controlled cab will also provide a safe storage space for temperature-sensitive emergency equipment to be carried, such a defibrillator, oxygen bottle,