Emergency Services

La Junta Rural Fire Protection District Acquires New Fire Apparatus

March 6, 2025

La Junta, Colorado (January 2025) – The La Junta Rural Fire Protection District announces the acquisition of a new custom pumper. The new apparatus is replacing an aging model that served the district for nineteen years. The custom pumper from First In Public Safety Solutions was recently delivered and is in the process of being placed into service by the district. Financing for the acquisition was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“This was our first time partnering with Government Capital who came highly recommended to us by a fellow chief,” stated Chief Brad Davidson, Fire Chief, La Junta Rural Fire Protection District. “The Gov Cap team provided great communication throughout the financing process, and we are grateful for their expertise in meeting the unique needs of districts like ours and for making this acquisition so efficient.”

“I want to congratulate Chief Davidson and the La Junta Rural Fire Protection District on their acquisition,” commented Cody Thomas, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in partnering with Colorado fire protection districts to support them in achieving their goals and objectives.”

About La Junta Rural Fire Protection District

The La Junta Rural Fire Protection District was formed in 1953 and provides fire and emergency medical services to the City of La Junta and surrounding areas in Southeast Colorado. To learn more about the La Junta Rural Fire Protection District, visit www.lajuntacolorado.org/fire.

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 Colorado and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

CASS COUNTY ESD 2 ANNOUNCES APPARATUS ACQUISITION

August 7, 2024

Queen City, Texas (August 2024) – Cass County ESD 2 announces the addition of a Spartan pumper to the district’s 16-vehicle fleet. The new apparatus is replacing a frontline vehicle at Station 1 that has served the district for over twenty years. The previous frontline pumper has been relocated to Station 2 to be used as a support vehicle. The new apparatus was delivered from Metro Fire at the beginning of July and was immediately put into service. Financing for the acquisition was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“Cass County ESD 2 has partnered with Government Capital on a variety of projects since 2007,” stated Eric White, Assistant Chief, Cass County ESD 2. “Gov Cap was outstanding to work with throughout this acquisition, and we’re grateful for their decades of experience in Texas ESD financing.”

“I want to congratulate Chief Weerts, Assistant Chief White, and Cass County ESD 2 on this vital acquisition,” commented Stephanie Cates, Senior Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in partnering with Texas Emergency Services Districts to support them in achieving their goals and objectives.”

About Cass County ESD 2

Cass County Emergency Services District 2 has been serving the Cass County community with the mission to protect the citizens of Cass County and their property at a moment’s notice for over 35 years. To learn more about Cass County ESD 2, visit www.ccesd2tx.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 Texas and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

LOWELL RURAL FPD INSTALLS NEW AIR FILL STATION

May 8, 2024

Lowell, OR (May 2024) – Lowell Rural Fire Protection District announces the installation of a new SCBA air fill station. When the district’s previous air compressor stopped working, the crew temporarily partnered with a neighboring district to fill their air packs. Replacing the in-house air fill station allows the district to operate at the highest efficiency for both training exercises and emergency situations. The installation of the new air fill station was recently completed, and financing for the project was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“We’re very thankful to have partnered with Government Capital on this project,” stated Lon Dragt, Fire Chief, Lowell Rural FPD. “Their expertise in Oregon financing made the process really simple, and the team provided great value to us throughout.”

“I want to congratulate Chief Dragt and the Lowell Rural Fire Protection District on completing their installation,” commented Matt Sullivan, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in partnering with Oregon fire protection districts to provide emergency services to their residents and communities.”

About Lowell Rural Fire Protection District

Located in western Oregon, Lowell Rural Fire Protection District serves a 23-square mile area including the City of Lowell and the rural communities of Fall Creek and Unity. The district’s mission is to professionally deliver fire protection and emergency medical and rescue response that effectively, efficiently, and safely protects and preserves life, property, and the environment through prevention, education, preparedness, and emergency response activities. To learn more about the Lowell Rural FPD, visit www.lowellfiredistrict.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 Oregon and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

HUERFANO COUNTY FPD ACQUIRES SPECIALTY FIRE APPARATUS

April 15, 2024

Walsenburg, CO (April 2024) – Huerfano County Fire Protection District (Huerfano County FPD) announces the addition of a hybrid fire apparatus to the district’s 19-vehicle fleet. The new unit has the ability to go where other apparatus cannot such as narrow roads, fields, swamplands, brushlands, and tight urban locations. Additionally, the truck can carry up to 1,500 gallons of water for wildlands where fire hydrants are nonexistent. The apparatus is currently being assembled to the district’s specifications by Ikon Fire LLC. Financing for the acquisition was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“Huerfano County Fire Protection District has partnered with Government Capital since 2005,” stated Mollie Fuller, Executive Assistant, Huerfano County FPD. “Government Capital has been extremely knowledgeable and helpful in financing our department’s vehicles. We would highly recommend Gov Cap for any and all financing needs.”

“I want to congratulate Mollie Fuller and the Huerfano County Fire Protection District on acquiring this specialty fire apparatus,” commented Cody Thomas, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in partnering with Colorado fire protection districts to provide both equipment and facilities to better serve their residents and communities.”

About Huerfano County Fire Protection District

Located in southern Colorado along Interstate Highway 25, Huerfano County Fire Protection District was founded in 1982 and has stations in Walsenburg and Chavez Arroyo. The district serves over 6,800 residents and covers 820 square miles which includes a large portion of rural and mountainous terrain. To learn more about the Huerfano County FPD, visit huerfano.us/public-safety.

About Government Capital Corporation

TRAVIS COUNTY ESD 2 CELEBRATES STATION RIBBON CUTTING

April 5, 2024

Pflugerville, Texas (April 2024) – Travis County ESD 2 recently celebrated the opening of Fire Station 6 in Northeastern Travis County. The new station, built in response to growth in eastern Pflugerville, will reduce response times and serve 77 square miles, including multiple schools. Station 6 is staffed by 16 personnel, including EMTs and paramedics, and is equipped with three double drive-thru bays, a fire engine, a squad truck, and a brush truck.

The station is prepared for continued growth with plans to add an ambulance and additional personnel as needed to maintain high levels of fire and EMS first response. The land for the station was donated by Pflugerville ISD, and financing for the station construction was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“Having this fire station here really improves response times because we have increased access to roadways that run in each direction. We know that response times save lives and mean the difference between someone having a major injury or not because of our team,” stated Nick Perkins, Fire Chief, Travis County ESD 2. “We are thankful to Government Capital, Pflugerville ISD, and all those who played a part in making this station a reality.”

“I want to congratulate Chief Perkins and the Travis County ESD 2 Board of Commissioners on their continued commitment to investing in their community,” commented Ed King, Senior Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “Managing growth requires forethought and expertise, and the ESD’s leadership and staff continue to demonstrate their proficiency at delivering efficiencies and high levels of service to their constituents.”

About Travis County ESD 2

Travis County Emergency Services District No. 2 provides fire suppression, prevention, and first response emergency medical care and ambulance service to Northeast Travis County, including the City of Pflugerville. The Pflugerville Fire Department draws on its historic roots as a volunteer fire department serving the community since 1955. To learn more about Travis County ESD 2, visit www.pflugervillefire.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 Texas and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

REEVES COUNTY ESDs 1 & 2 LAUNCH DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

February 21, 2024

Pecos, Texas (February 2024) – Reeves County ESDs 1 & 2 announce the launch of their Station 4 and Certified Training Facility construction project. The new ESD station, located on the north side of the City of Pecos, will improve response times and the district’s ability to safely handle emergency situations.

The training facility will be used to provide Basic Structural Firefighter academies certified by the Texas Commission of Fire Protection. Additionally, the facility will host Emergency Medical Services Academies. The facility will include a training tower, a 100-person classroom, a state-of-the-art EMS simulator mannequin, and the only full cadaver lab in the region specifically designed for EMS professionals.

Among the vehicles and apparatus acquired as part of this project is an AMBUS, a large capacity mobile emergency response vehicle. The AMBUS gives the ESDs the ability to respond to disasters and provide emergency care and transport for local, regional, and statewide disasters. The vehicle will serve as a mass-rehab unit for extended events and will benefit the region as a resource to fill the gap between El Paso and Midland/Odessa.

The new station and training facility are being designed by Martinez Architects, Houston, Texas. Financing for the project was arranged by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“There are currently few training facilities that address training needs specific to this area’s Oil and Natural Gas industry. Our plan is to work with regional O&G partners to gradually expand this facility with specialized props that will allow responders in our region to train for industry-specific emergencies,” stated Ronald Lee, Emergency Services Chief, Reeves County ESDs 1 & 2. “We are thankful to Government Capital and all who played a part in making this project a reality.”

“I want to congratulate Chief Lee and Reeves County ESDs 1 & 2 on their station and training facility project,” commented Ed King, Senior Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “We are proud to partner with Texas Emergency Services Districts to assist them in providing the best emergency services to their communities.”

About Reeves County ESDs 1 & 2

The Reeves County Emergency Service Districts 1 & 2 originated in August 2019 to provide fire and EMS services to Reeves County. The districts are responsible for 2,626 square miles and approximately 17,000 residents as well as 2 major interstate highways. To learn more about Reeves County ESDs 1 & 2, visit reevescounty-esd.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.