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Council authorizes purchase agreement up to $32,000 for Polaris UTV for maintenance
Summary
Council approved pursuing a purchase agreement (lease-purchase option) through VSB or First Bank of Sterling, not to exceed $32,000, for a 2026 Polaris Ranger XP 100 with extended warranty and 'forever ride' package for the maintenance department.
The City of Belle Plaine authorized staff to pursue a purchase agreement for a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) to support maintenance tasks, authorizing financing through VSB or First Bank of Sterling with a cap of $32,000. Maintenance Director Ramon Lujan described multiple uses—spraying, watering plants, clearing sidewalks and spreading salt—and recommended the 2026 Polaris Ranger XP 100 with extended warranty and the "forever ride" package.
Councilmember Dennis McGinnis moved to work on a purchasing agreement between VSB or First Bank of Sterling not to exceed $32,000; Bryan Nolan seconded and the motion carried 5-0. Councilmember Linda (Linda Stinnett) suggested a lease-purchase approach during discussion. The council did not record additional specifications beyond the model and warranty preferences noted by Ramon.
The authorization allows staff to finalize financing terms and proceed with the acquisition within the $32,000 cap; the purchase is intended to reduce wear on other equipment and increase maintenance efficiency.
