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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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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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ONO ISLAND WATER, SEWER AND FIRE PROTECTION AUTHORITY ANNOUNCE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW FIRE STATION

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Ono Island Water, Sewer & Fire Protection Authority, AL (March 2021) – The Ono Island Water, Sewer and Fire Protection Authority recently approved the construction of a new fire station on River Road in Orange Beach, Alabama. Construction of the fire station is expected to be completed in the next 9-12 months.  The 5,883 square foot station will include 2 apparatus bays, 6 dorm rooms, an office, an EMS Room, kitchen and living area as well as a training room.  McCollough Architecture, Orange Beach, Alabama was selected to provide the architectural design for the project.  MW Rogers Construction Company LLC, Mobile, Alabama will serve as the general contractor. Financing for the project was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas. Hand Arendall Harrison Sale, Mobile, Alabama, served as bond counsel and provided all documentation and requisite legal opinion.

“Government Capital’s experience and expertise was a great value to our project,” explained Pete Stritzinger, Ono Island Water, Sewer and Fire Protection Authority Chairman of the Board, and the 20-year fixed rate loan structure provided  budget flexibility and eliminated the risk of a future interest rate associated with variable rate options.”

“Working with state and local governments for over 25 years, we take great pride in assisting municipalities meet their goals and objectives. I want to congratulate Pete Strizinger and the Ono Island Water, Sewer and Fire Protection Authority Board for their leadership in the implementation of this important project.” stated D.C. Greer, Government Capital Corporation, Senior Vice President.

About Ono Island Water, Sewer and Fire Protection Authority

Ono Island Water, Sewer and Fire Protection Authority is a business entity and a domestic non-profit corporation, governed by a five-member Board of Directors.  The Authority provides services to the more than 1,400 residents of Ono Island located in Baldwin County, Alabama. The fire protection services are contracted with the City of Orange Beach.  Ono Island is a 5.5-mile-long natural barrier island separated from downtown Orange Beach, Alabama and Perdido Key, Florida.

About Government Capital Corporation

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

 

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HUERFANO COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT PURCHASES NEW FIRE APPARATUS

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Walsenburg, CO (September 2020) – Huerfano County Fire Protection District recently announced the August delivery of a new brush truck.  The Skeeter Type 5 truck offers the best of both worlds, a rugged off-road capable chassis combined with firefighting capabilities.  Gerald Jerant, Fire Chief stated, “Our members worked close with Skeeter and Front Range Fire Apparatus to locate a vehicle which meets the needs of our firefighters and allows them to respond quickly.  Huerfano County Fire Protection District is excited about the opportunity to put this vehicle to use in our communities.”

Government Capital Corporation, Southlake Texas provided the financing for the fire apparatus.

“Government Capital Corporation’s knowledge and expertise of the unique needs of fire departments, their facilities and equipment, was a great overall value to us,” remarked Mollie Fuller, Huerfano County Fire Protection District Executive Assistant. “Our department saved thousands of dollars in interest costs.”

“It was a privilege to work with Mrs. Fuller and Huerfano County Fire Protection District on this important procurement,” stated Lisa Hott of Government Capital Corporation. “This brush truck will meet their needs for many years.”

About Huerfano County Fire Protection District
Huerfano County Fire Protection District is an all-volunteer department with 18 volunteer firefighters. The district was founded in 1982 and has stations in Walsenburg and Chavez Arroyo. With a population of more than 6,500, the district covers 820 square miles, of which many miles are in rural communities. For more information please visit huerfanofire.org

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 billion in Colorado and the nation. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

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CROOKED RIVER RANCH RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF NEW HORTON AMBULANCE

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Terrebonne, OR (March 2020) – Crooked River Ranch Rural Fire Protection District is proud to announce the purchase of a 2019 Horton Ambulance complete with Stryker loading equipment. This addition to the fleet will allow for shorter response time to the constituents. The department has scheduled an apparatus housing ceremony for April 25, 2020. Additionally, the ambulance will be on display at the Oregon Fire Chief’s Conference the last week of April. Government Capital Corporation was selected as the most cost effective financing option for the acquisition.

“Our financing partner, Government Capital Corporation, made the process simple. Their customer care is outstanding, and they followed up regularly to ensure all my questions were answered. ” stated Harry Ward, Crooked River Rural Fire Protection District Fire Chief.

“I would like to congratulate Chief Ward, Dana Schulke and the Board on this important purchase. It brings us great satisfaction providing solutions which allow first responders to replace outdated equipment & bring increased safety to the area’s citizens and crews,” commented Jana Offutt, Government Capital Corporation Client Manager.

About Crooked River Ranch Rural Fire Protection District
Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue was organized in 1977 and has grown into a combination Fire District with 24-hour staffing with paid and volunteer personnel. The District relies heavily on its volunteers, which consists of men and women from all walks of life who want to serve their community and protect the lives and property of the citizens of Crooked River Ranch. Crooked River Ranch consists of approximately 16.4 square miles of rural residential, recreational, and commercial properties with over 5,000 permanent residents. The District also provides education and prevention services to their community. Learn more: crrfire.org.

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 project financings exceeding $4 billion dollars in Oregon and across the country. For more information, visit govcap.com.

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