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CROOK COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE ACQUIRES NEW AMBULANCE

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Crook County, OR (May 2021) – Crook County Fire & Rescue announces the delivery of a new ambulance and related emergency medical equipment. Fire Chief Matt Smith stated, “This ambulance includes a self-loading cot and airbags in the transport area which provide much needed safety features for our staff & patients.” The Fire District selected a Horton Model 453 Type 1 ambulance from Professional Sales and Service. Cardiac monitors for the ambulance were provided by ZOLL Medical Corporation and the gurney and related equipment were purchased from Stryker. Government Capital Corporation provided the financing for the acquisition.

“Government Capital Corporation’s knowledge and expertise of the unique needs of fire departments was a great overall value to us,” remarked Matt Smith, Crook County Fire & Rescue Fire Chief. “I appreciated the ease and straightforward nature of the process.”

“It was a privilege to work with Chief Smith on this important procurement,” stated Jana Jay, Municipal Finance Specialist with Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in being able to provide financings that enable first responders to better serve their communities.”

About Crook County Fire & Rescue
Crook County Fire & Rescue, originally chartered as the Prineville Volunteer Fire Department in 1882, is central Oregon’s oldest fire department. It covers an ambulance service area of 3,000 square miles and a fire service area of 450 square miles. The fire district includes a main station in Prineville and two substations and is staffed by 51 firefighters, most of whom are either EMTs or Paramedics. Volunteers are still the heart of the department. For more information visit, www.crookcountyfireandrescue.com.

About Government Capital Corporation
Government Capital Corporation is a leading public finance firm providing professional financial services to Fire Districts and all other local governmental entities. Since its founding in 1992, the company has successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $4.5 billion in Oregon and across the nation. For more information visit, www.govcap.com.

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LEON COUNTY ANNOUNCES THE ACQUISITION OF HEAVY MACHINERY

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Leon County, Texas (May 2021) – Leon County recently acquired vehicles and maintenance equipment for county road work and maintenance needs. “This equipment is a great addition to our maintenance fleet,” stated Kyle Workman, Leon County Precinct 3 Commissioner. B.D. Holt Company, San Antonio, Texas and Iowa Farm Equipment, Tipton, Iowa were selected as the equipment vendors. Financing was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“The finance process was efficient and cost-effective,” remarked Kyle Workman, Leon County Precinct 3 Commissioner. “Government Capital’s knowledge of public sector financing was a great value.”

“I want to congratulate Leon County and Kyle Workman, Precinct 3 Commissioner on these purchases that will greatly improve maintenance services to the citizens and businesses of Leon County,” stated Drew Whitington, Government Capital Corporation Vice President, Client Services. “We take great pride in assisting Texas counties reach their goals and objectives.”

About Leon County
Leon County is located is central East Texas with a population of more than 17,000. Agriculture, poultry farming, cattle ranching, hay and small grains drive the economy. Centerville is the county seat. The legislature of the Republic of Texas authorized Leon County in 1846 and named it in honor of Martin de Leon, the founder of Victoria, Texas. However, local legend believes it was named for a yellow wolf of the region commonly called the leon. For more information, visit www.co.leon.tx.us 

About Government Capital Corporation
Government Capital Corporation is a leading public finance firm providing professional financial services to all local governmental entities. Since its founding in 1992, the company has successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $4.5 Billion across Texas and the nation. For more information, visit www.govcap.com

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HAZARDVILLE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ACQUIRES NEW SCBA GEAR

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Hazardville Fire District, Enfield, CT (April 2021) – Hazardville Fire District announces the April 2021 delivery of new Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus district-wide. Jack Flanagan, Fire Chief stated, “this much needed upgrade is very important to the safety of our first responders.” The Fire District selected Shipman’s Fire Equipment, Company, Inc, Waterford, CT as the vendor. Government Capital Corporation, Southlake Texas provided the financing for the acquisition.

“Government Capital Corporation’s knowledge and expertise of the unique needs of fire departments was a great overall value to us,” remarked Jack Flanagan, Hazardville Fire Chief. “I appreciate the ease and straightforward nature of the process.”

“It was a privilege to work with Chief Flanagan on this important procurement,” stated Stephanie Cates, Senior Vice President of Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in being able to provide financings that enable first responders to better serve their communities.”

About Hazardville Fire District
Hazardville Fire District serves and protects an area of 11 square miles within the Town of Enfield Connecticut. This fire district has a combination of paid and volunteer personnel. Created in 1893, the district provides all-risk fire protection and emergency medical response and is committed to continually improve the quality of service delivered to their customers, the citizens of Hazardville and when called upon, the town of Enfield.

About Government Capital Corporation
Government Capital Corporation is a leading public finance firm providing professional financial services to Fire Districts and all other local governmental entities. Since its founding in 1992, the company has successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $4.5 billion in Connecticut and across the nation. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

 

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GOLD RIDGE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ACQUIRES NEW APPARATUS

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Gold Ridge Fire Protection District, Sebastopol, CA (March 2021) – Gold Ridge Fire Protection District announces the April 2021 delivery of a 2021 Rosenbauer Type 2 Engine-Water Tender truck. This apparatus has a 1,500-gallon storage capacity and can pump 1,000 gallons per minute. Andy Pforsich, Assistant Fire Chief of Gold Ridge Fire Protection District stated this apparatus is a combination Type 2 engine. It is the most requested for mutual aid.” Government Capital Corporation, Southlake Texas provided the financing for the acquisition.

“Government Capital Corporation’s knowledge and expertise of the unique needs of fire departments was a great overall value to us,” remarked Andy Pforsich, Gold Ridge Assistant Fire Chief. “I appreciate the ease and straightforward nature of the process.”

“It was a privilege to work with Chief Andy Pforsich on this important procurement,” stated Stephanie Cates, Senior Vice President of Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in being able to provide financings that enable first responders to better serve their communities.”

About Gold Ridge Fire Protection District
Gold Ridge Fire Protection District serves the communities of Hessel, Twin Hill, Freestone, and rural Sebastopol, approximately 45 miles northeast of San Francisco. The district provides all-risk fire protection and emergency medical response across 75 square miles of rural Sonoma County. The Fire District averages 1,200 calls each year and has 20 paid and 50 volunteer fire fighters.

About Government Capital Corporation
Government Capital Corporation is a leading public finance firm providing professional financial services to Fire Protection Districts and all other local governmental entities. Since its founding in 1992, the company has successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $4.5 billion in California and across the nation. For more information, visit www.govcap.com

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FREESTONE COUNTY ANNOUNCES THE PURCHASE OF CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

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Freestone County, Texas (April 2021) – Freestone County announces the recent acquisition and delivery of a Skid Steer and attachments.  “The Skid Steer is compact and efficient and will be a great asset for road building and maintenance projects in the county,” stated Karen Craddock, Freestone County Auditor. RDO Equipment Company, Hewitt, Texas was selected as the equipment vendor.  Financing for this purchase was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“I appreciate Government Capital’s expertise and experience which result in documents prepared correctly, meeting all legal requirements,” remarked Karen Craddock, “and I can always count on a timely closing.”

“I want to congratulate Karen Craddock and the Freestone County team on this purchase that will greatly improve services to the businesses and residents of the county,” stated Lisa Hott, Government Capital Client Services. “It is a privilege to assist Texas counties stay on budget and reach their goals and objectives.”

About Freestone County

Freestone County is located in east-central Texas, approximately 95 miles southeast of Dallas and 150 miles north of Houston.  Fairfield is the county seat.  The land area of the county totals 885.2 square miles with 14 square miles are covered by water.  The county is primarily a livestock county with limited row-crop farming, such as wheat, oats and hay which are grown to support the livestock industry.  For more information visit, www.co.freestone.tx.us

About Government Capital Corporation

Government Capital Corporation is a leading public finance firm providing professional financial services to all types of local governmental entities. Since its founding in 1992, the company has successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $4.5 Billion across Texas and the nation.  For more information, visit www.govcap.com

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DAWSON COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY ACQUIRES VEHICLES

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Dawson County District Attorney, Texas (April 2021) ‐ The Dawson County District Attorney’s office recently purchased multiple vehicles for use by District Attorney employees. “These vehicles eliminate the use of personal vehicles for county business,” stated Phillip Mack Furlow, Dawson County District County. “The purchase and maintenance of these vehicles is cost effective and allows the county more efficient budgeting.” The County selected Mitch Hall Chevrolet Buick GMC of Lamesa and Gunn Honda as the vendor for the vehicles. Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas provided the financing for the acquisitions.

“This purchase is part of a fleet rotation. The County previously financed equipment with Government Capital and we continue to be pleased with the rates, flexibility and attention to detail provided by Government Capital,” stated Phillip Mack Furlow, Dawson County District Attorney. “I appreciate Government Capital’s knowledge of public safety finance solutions which allows their clients to afford much-needed equipment.”

“I was a pleasure to work with Philip Mack Furlow and the Dawson County team on the purchase of the fleet vehicles,” commented Drew Whitington, Vice President Client Services, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in providing financings for municipalities that meet their needs and objectives and allow them to be fiscally responsible.”

About Dawson County District Attorney
The Dawson County District Attorney’s office provides services to Dawson, Garza, Gaines and Lynn counties. Dawson County encompasses 902 square miles and has a population of more than 12,500. Garza, Gaines and Lynn counties represent an additional 3,292 square miles and populations of more than 32,000. For more information, visit www.co.dawson.tx.us

About Government Capital Corporation
Government Capital Corporation is a leading public finance firm providing professional financial services to counties and all local governmental entities. Since its founding in 1992, the company has successfully completed thousands of project financings exceeding $4.5 Billion in Texas and across the nation. For more information, visit www.govcap.com. 

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