4.13 SR 08-05-2024city of
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To
City Council
Meeting Date
August 5, 2024
Item Description
Purchase of Rescue Equipment
Request for Action
Item Number
4.13
Prepared By
Darren McKernan, Police Captain
Reviewed by
Darren McKernan
Cal Portner
Tina Allard
Action Requested
Approve, by motion the purchase of water rescue equipment from the allocated Public Safety Aid funds.
Background/Discussion
On May 20, 2024, the Council and public safety departments discussed the one-time public safety aid allocated
to the City of Elk River. The City of E11< River received $1,145,601 which was to be split between the police
and fire departments. The Council requested they be advised of purchases made using this fund.
The ARM-LOC slides onto the victim's forearm and the rescue responder or the victim pulls the yellow
lanyard that deploys and locks the device into place, eliminating the need for the victim to grasp a rope. It can
also help float the victim when the victim pulls the device close to his or her chest. It can be deployed in
seconds and re -deployed over and over again. ARM-LOC is an easy -to -use, life-saving device that will give
police, fire and rescue responders an extra arm to save people trapped by various water disasters.
Financial Impact
All department squads will be outfitted with this device. $7,375.00
Mission/Policy/Goal
The ARM-LOC rescue device has the potential to save numerous lives in the City of Elk River by enabling
police and rescue personnel to execute water rescues with greater efficiency and safety. This innovative tool
facilitates the swift and secure retrieval of individuals in perilous situations, flooding rivers, lakes, and ice
rescues. By equipping first responders with a reliable and easy -to -use device like the ARM-LOC, the likelihood
of successful rescue missions increases, ensuring that those in danger have the best possible chance of
survival. In essence, the ARM-LOC serves as a life-saving asset for the community, enabling Elk River to
maintain its commitment to fostering a safe environment for all residents and visitors.
Attachments
I. Arm-Loc
The Elk River Vision
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Water Rescue Innovations, Inc.
120 Summit St
Duluth, MN 55803-4400 USA
+12183495903
orders.armloc@gmail.com
BILL TO
Darren McKernan
ACTIV11i'Y
ARM-LOC Kit
ARM-LOC Water Rescue Device
Shipping and Handling
Shipping and Handling Fee
Thank you for your continued support of our American made Rescue
device! Attached is the W-9
INVOICE# 1292
DATE 07/23/2024
DUE DATE 07/23/2024
TERMS Due on receipt
QTY
RATE
AMOUNT
17
425.00
7,225.00T
1
150.00
150.00
SUBTOTAL 7,375.00
TAX (0) 0.00
TOTAL 7,375.00
BALANCE DUE $7p375.00
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