City

CITY OF LA GRULLA ANNOUNCES FIRE APPARATUS ACQUISITION

October 16, 2024

La Grulla, TX (October 2024) – The City of La Grulla announces the addition of a 2,000-gallon tanker to the fire department’s fleet. Delivered in May, the new apparatus has made a meaningful difference to the community as it provides a previously unavailable service. The city purchased the new tanker with a combination of funds from a Texas A&M Forest Service grant as well as financing from Government Capital Corporation of Southlake, Texas.

“I have worked with Government Capital previously here in La Grulla and formerly when I was Mayor for the City of Roma, and my experience with them has always been good,” stated Bobby Salinas, City Manager, City of La Grulla. “The folks at Government Capital are very responsive to our needs, and their expertise makes the financing process quick and easy. We’re grateful for our new equipment and the ability to finance it with Government Capital as it really helps us protect our community from fires in the future.”

“I want to congratulate Bobby Salinas and the City of La Grulla on this important addition to their fire department,” commented Matt Sullivan, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We are proud to partner with Texas cities in achieving their goals and objectives to protect and improve their communities.”

About the City of La Grulla

The City of La Grulla is located in South Texas in Starr County and is home to over 1,200 residents. La Grulla has a small-town charm with a close-knit community and is known for its friendly residents and welcoming atmosphere. To learn more about the City of La Grulla, visit cityoflagrulla.com.

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 and its affiliates have successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $6 billion in Texas and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

City of Scottsville Announces Updates on Public Works Projects

October 9, 2024

Scottsville, KY (October 2024) – The City of Scottsville announces the acquisition of a Hydro Excavator, expected to arrive in October, for the city’s Lead Water Line Service project. Additionally, the city is nearing completion of a city-wide Smart Water Meter Project replacing over 2,500 meters which began in the summer of 2022. The water meter project was partially funded through grant proceeds, and both projects received financing from Government Capital Corporation of Southlake, Texas.

“We have been very happy with our relationship with Government Capital,” stated Evelina Anderson, City Treasurer, City of Scottsville. “They are always quick to respond to questions or concerns. They have been flexible with payment schedules to help meet our budgetary needs. We greatly appreciate what they have done for the City of Scottsville, Kentucky.”

“I want to congratulate Evelina Anderson and the City of Scottsville on their public works projects,” commented Matt Sullivan, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We are proud to partner with Kentucky cities in achieving their goals and objectives for the betterment of their communities.”

About the City of Scottsville

Established in 1816, the City of Scottsville is the county seat of Allen County in southern Kentucky and is home to over 4,200 residents. To learn more about the City of Scottsville, visit www.cityofscottsville.org.

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 and its affiliates have successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $6 billion in Kentucky and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

CITY OF DUBLIN ANNOUNCES AMBULANCE ACQUISITION

September 9, 2024

Dublin, TX (September 2024) – The City of Dublin announces the acquisition of a new ambulance, a project two years in the making. In 2022, the city’s EMS Director, John Tadlock, anticipated the need to rotate the city’s primary ambulance and began the process of ordering the new unit. The current primary ambulance will become the city’s backup unit, replacing a unit that has been with the city since 2015. The new ambulance is anticipated to be delivered in September from Frazer, Ltd. of Houston, Texas. Financing for the acquisition was provided by Government Capital Corporation of Southlake, Texas.

“The City of Dublin has a long history of working with Government Capital to help complete various projects,” stated Bobby Mendez, City Manager, City of Dublin. “The fact that Government Capital is so easy to work with thanks to their expertise in Texas city financing keeps us coming back for all of our financing needs.”

“I want to congratulate Bobby Mendez, John Tadlock, and the City of Dublin on their ambulance acquisition,” commented Stephanie Cates, Senior Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “We are proud to partner with Texas cities in meeting their goals and objectives for the betterment of their communities.”

About the City of Dublin

The City of Dublin is located in Central Texas in the southwest corner of Erath County and is home to over 3,300 residents. The city is home to Dublin Bottling Works which is famous for producing pure cane sugar Dr. Pepper for 120 years. To learn more about the City of Dublin, visit ci.dublin.tx.us.

About Government Capital Corporation

CITY OF WINNFIELD ACQUIRES NEW FIRE APPARATUS

May 13, 2024

Winnfield, LA (May 2024) – The City of Winnfield announces the arrival of a new custom pumper. The new fire engine is a welcome upgrade for the city because of its state-of-the-art technology and equipment as well as its shorter chassis which is easier to maneuver on city streets.

The city had been planning to acquire a new truck to replace an aging engine built in 1979, but the timeline was accelerated when another engine went out of service for repairs. Delta Fire & Safety was able to meet the city’s expedited needs and delivered the upgraded pumper in March. Financing for the acquisition was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“The City of Winnfield has partnered with Government Capital for over a decade,” stated Fire Chief Brian Montgomery, City of Winnfield. “Gov Cap has been a good option for us for a variety of projects, and we’re very satisfied with their team and expertise in the market.”

“I want to congratulate Fire Chief Brian Montgomery and the City of Winnfield on acquiring this new fire apparatus,” commented Marti Sauls, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in partnering with Louisiana cities to reach their goals and objectives to best serve their communities.”

About the City of Winnfield

The City of Winnfield is located in Northern Louisiana and is home to over 4,100 residents. The city was established in 1852 and is the parish seat of Winn Parish. To learn more about the City of Winnfield, visit cityofwinnfield.com.

About Government Capital Corporation

Government Capital Corporation (GCC) is a leading public finance firm providing professional financial services to all local governmental entities. Since its founding in 1992, the company and its affiliates have successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $6 billion in Louisiana and across the country. Additionally, GCC serves as the administrator of the equipment lease financing program for the Louisiana Municipal Advisory and Technical Services Bureau (LAMATS). For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

CITY OF EDGEWOOD ANNOUNCES POLICE FLEET UPGRADES

May 1, 2024

Edgewood, TX (April 2024) – The City of Edgewood announces the acquisition of multiple new police vehicles to replace units that have served the city since 2015. The new vehicles represent the first phase in the city’s plan to update the fleet on a rotating basis. The units are on order from Defender Supply and are anticipated to be delivered in early fall. Financing for the acquisitions was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“Having partnered with Government Capital since 2017, we are grateful for their expertise in municipal financing,” stated Petra Marley, City Administrator, City of Edgewood. “The financing process was simple and streamlined and created no extra work for the city. We had a wonderful experience and look forward to working together again.”

“I want to congratulate Petra Marley, Chief Morrison, and the City of Edgewood on their fleet upgrades,” commented Cody Thomas, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in partnering with Texas cities to provide the best living experience for their residents and communities.”

About the City of Edgewood

The City of Edgewood is located in east Texas and is home to over 1,500 residents. The city was first settled in the 1840s and grew into a shipping depot when the Texas and Pacific Railroad was completed in the 1870s. To learn more about the City of Edgewood, visit edgewoodtexas.org.

About Government Capital Corporation

CITY OF PINELAND ANNOUNCES POLICE, FIRE FLEET UPDATES

March 27, 2024

Pineland, TX (March 2024) – The City of Pineland announces the acquisition of new police vehicles and a new fire apparatus. The police vehicles are replacing units that served the city for a combined fifteen years, and the new apparatus is replacing a tanker acquired in 2003. The police vehicles are anticipated to arrive in the summer of 2024, and the tanker’s delivery is scheduled for January of 2025. Partial funding for the fire apparatus is provided by a grant from the Texas Forest Service, and the remaining acquisition costs were financed by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“The City of Pineland first partnered with Government Capital in the summer of 2023, and our positive experience with them made it easy to come back,” stated DeWayne Armstrong, City Administrator, City of Pineland. “Gov Cap’s expertise made the financing process easy and straightforward. It was phenomenal working with their team.”

“I want to congratulate DeWayne Armstrong and the City of Pineland on their fleet updates,” commented Cody Thomas, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in partnering with Texas cities to achieve their goals and objectives to best serve their communities.”

About the City of Pineland

Located in the Piney Woods east of Lufkin, the City of Pineland is home to over 850 residents. Established in 1902, the city began as a lumber town when the Gulf, Beaumont, and Great Northern Railway was built through Sabine County. Today, an original railroad station and logging locomotive engine can be visited at Pineland’s Katherine Sage Temple Park.

About Government Capital Corporation