Facilities

COLMESNEIL ISD LAUNCHES FACILITY RENOVATIONS

June 14, 2024

Colmesneil, TX (June 2024) – Colmesneil ISD has begun a renovation project to the district’s Career and Technology Center (CTC). The building became unusable after a lightning strike damaged the electrical system causing classes to temporarily relocate to the district’s maintenance building. The renovations to the CTC will begin with replacing the electrical system followed by the installation of six welding booths. The renovated facility will also contain updated classroom, project, and office spaces.

Construction is projected to begin by the start of the summer, and the district anticipates completing instruction space by the beginning of the new school year. Financing for the project is being provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, TX.

“Colmesneil ISD has partnered with Government Capital on multiple projects since 2016, and this was my first experience working together in this role,” stated Sharon Tule, Superintendent, Colmesneil ISD. “The Gov Cap team was very efficient and walked with us every step of the way. Their expertise in the market made the financing process super easy, and we’re grateful to have partnered together on this project.”

“I want to congratulate Sharon Tule and the Colmesneil ISD board on launching their facility renovations,” commented Matt Sullivan, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “It is with great pride that we partner with Texas school districts to accomplish their goals and objectives to provide the best learning experience for their students.”

About Colmesneil ISD

Colmesneil ISD is located in the Piney Woods of Southeast Texas in Tyler County and serves over 400 students Pre-K-12 grades. Colmesneil ISD’s mission is to empower its schools to develop lifelong learning through excellence in education. To learn more about Colmesneil ISD, visit www.colmesneilisd.net.

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.

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.

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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

MEMPHIS ISD NEARS COMPLETION OF NEW FIELD HOUSE

February 12, 2024

Memphis, TX (February 2024) – Memphis ISD is nearing the completion of their two-phase field house project. The first phase of the project began with construction in 2022. Today, the district has begun phase two of the project – furnishing the 5,000 square foot facility with equipment including lockers, weight machines, whirlpools, and more. The previous 3,500 square foot field house served the district for close to 100 years. Construction of the new field house is anticipated to be completed by the end of April 2024. Both phases of the project were financed by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, TX.

“We are very thankful to have partnered with Government Capital on both the construction and the furnishing of our new field house,” stated Bill Alexander, Superintendent, Memphis ISD. “The team was very knowledgeable, efficient, and great to work with throughout the financing process.”

“I want to congratulate Bill Alexander and Memphis ISD on their new field house and furnishings,” commented Marti Sauls, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in assisting Texas school districts with projects that enable them to better provide for their students.”

About the Memphis ISD

Memphis ISD is a small rural district located in the southeast corner of the Texas Panhandle between Childress and Clarendon on Highway 287. Memphis is mostly an agricultural community with a population of 2,055 residents. MISD is committed to making Memphis children competitive in the global economy of the 21st century. To learn more about Memphis ISD, visit www.memphisisd.net.

About Government Capital Corporation

BRAZORIA COUNTY ESD 3 CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF NEW FIRE STATION

February 9, 2024

Manvel, Texas (February 2024) – Brazoria County ESD 3 recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house for their new Fire and EMS Station. The 12,500-square-foot station includes three pull-thru apparatus bays in addition to living quarters for Brazoria County ESD 3 and Iowa Colony VFD EMS personnel. Financing for the construction was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“We are grateful to Government Capital for making this funding process a smooth one. We are all so excited that this project has been completed and appreciate all who were a part of making this happen,” stated Darrell Valusek, President, Brazoria County ESD 3.

“I want to congratulate Darrell Valusek and Brazoria County ESD 3 on the opening of their new Fire and EMS Station,” commented Landon Newton, Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in partnering with Texas Emergency Services Districts to serve their constituents for many years to come.”

About Brazoria County ESD 3

Brazoria County ESD 3 is a political subdivision of the State of Texas, created by the voters to fund fire protection and emergency medical services in Brazoria County. The mission of BCESD 3 is to safely deliver the highest quality of emergency care through operational excellence, expertise, and innovation with compassion, integrity, and dedication. To learn more about Brazoria County ESD 3, visit www.bcesd3.com.

About Government Capital Corporation

TRAVIS COUNTY ESD 2 ACQUIRES PUMPERS AND LAND FOR FIRE STATION

December 20, 2023

Pflugerville, Texas (December 2023) – Travis County ESD 2 announces the acquisition of two new pumper trucks as well as land to build a new fire station in the eastern part of the District. Amid unprecedented population growth in the area, the acquisitions allow Travis County ESD 2 to meet the growing demand for emergency services in northeast Travis County. Financing for the apparatus and real estate was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“Travis County ESD 2 is proud to continue our long history of providing high quality fire and EMS services to our community with the help of Government Capital,” stated Nicholas Perkins, Fire Chief, Travis County ESD 2. “Having financed multiple projects with Gov Cap since 2018, we know we can rely on their experience and expertise.”

“I want to congratulate Chief Nicholas Perkins and Travis County ESD 2 on their new apparatus and real estate,” commented Ed King, Senior Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in partnering with Texas Emergency Services Districts to help them achieve their goals and objectives.”

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 in many areas, covering more than 75 square miles in Northeast Travis County, including the City of Pflugerville, with personnel and equipment working out of seven fire stations, 24 hours a day. 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 $5.8 billion in Texas and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.