Clason Family Donates an ATV to the La Crosse Fire Department

 Who does the fire department call when they need help? The Clason Family of La Crosse. “I am very pleased to announce that the Clason Family has donated a 2014 Polaris Ranger and Rescue Skid to the La Crosse Fire Department," says Steve Doll of Clason Buick GMC. 

Giving back to the community is not something new for the Clason family.  “The fire department is only as good as the community that supports us; and the Clason Family has been a very strong supporter of the fire and police departments as well as the community” says Fire Chief Gregg Cleveland.

The Polaris Ranger will be utilized in a number of fashions; it is equipped with an EMS cot to allow transportation of patients from difficult locations such as bike trails and the human powered trails in the bluff areas. The maneuverability and variety of the terrain that the Ranger can transverse will lead to quicker response and transport times for the fire department.

The fire department also plans to use the Ranger during special events such as Riverfest and Oktoberfest to better serve the community. “The support of the Clason Family has been invaluable in maintaining the quality of public safety in the La Crosse”, says Mayor Tim Kabat. 

On Thursday of Grand Opening week, the Clason Family unveiled the 2014 Polaris Ranger and Rescue Skid in a ceremony at their new facility.

 Ralph the city's first drug sniffing dog procured with funds donated by the Clason family was also present.

Watch the video from the event here