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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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HAINES FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ACQUIRES NEW APPARATUS

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Haines, Oregon (April 2019) – Haines Fire Protection District of Baker County Oregon recently announced the acquisition of a new water tender. The truck, manufactured by Ochoco Manufacturing Corporation (OMCO), holds 3,000 gallons and can pump up to 500 gallons per minute. The new tender is replacing a 1967 model. Haines Fire Protection District selected Government Capital Corporation as the most cost effective financing solution for the acquisition.

“Through the great service provided by Joshua Rosser, Ann Schmidt and the rest of the supporting team at Government Capital Corporation, our financing process was smooth and straight-forward,” stated Chief Hampton. “Government Capital Corporation’s expertise was a valuable asset to us.”

“It was a pleasure working with Chief Hampton and Haines Fire Protection District’s Board. We take great pride in being able to provide financings to enable first responders to serve their communities better,” commented Joshua Rosser, Government Capital Public Finance Specialist.

About Haines Fire Protection District
Established in 2000, Haines Fire Protection District provides fire protection services for a 128 square mile area, with a population over 1,400. The county was at one time the largest gold producer in the Northwest. Currently, agriculture, stock raising and logging are the primary economic pursuits since the exhaustion of the gold fields.

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 financings in Oregon and across the country. For more information, visit govcap.com.

 

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COMAL COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICE DISTRICT NO. 3 ANNOUNCES TWO NEW IDENTICAL FIRE STATIONS

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Canyon Lake, Texas (February 2019) Comal County Emergency Services District No. 3 will be adding two identical fire stations by the 2nd quarter of 2020. One station will be on FM 306 near Purgatory Rd. and the other on S. Cranes Mill Rd. near Hwy 46, both in the New Braunfels area of their jurisdiction. The two new stations will be identical in size and design at approximately 8100 square feet with two stacked bays. Brown, Reynolds and Watford Architects of Dallas, Texas were selected by the District to provide design plans. Government Capital Corporation was selected as the most cost effective financing solution. ESD No. 3 has also engaged AGCM, Inc., a construction management firm with a history of working in the client’s best interest and finding ways to resolve even the toughest issues, to assist with the design phase and then construction phase of this project.

“The board was very happy with Government Capital and their willingness to attend multiple meetings from initial planning to the end with financing. Kevin Lerner and Stephanie Cates were always available to assist with any questions the commissioners or I had. Their insight and experience was a huge help in the final decision making process of which financing option to proceed with” stated Angela Hemphill, Comal County ESD No. 3 Business Manager.

“We were excited to be able to save the department thousands of dollars by eliminating traditional real estate closing costs, especially with construction costs increasing the way they are,” stated Kevin Lerner, GCC Vice President. “We take great pride in being able to provide financings which enable first responders to serve their communities better.”

About Comal County ESD No. 3
Comal County ESD No. 3, provides Fire protection and through an Interlocal Agreement with Comal County ESD No. 2 provides Emergency Medical Services as well all within Comal County, Texas. The District currently has an estimated population of 27,000 full time residents, which swells to over 100,000 during the summer tourism season and protects an area of 250 square miles of northeast Comal County. The District is located 50 miles south of Austin, Texas (the state capitol) and 40 miles north of San Antonio, Texas. Comal County ESD No. 3 is located wholly within Comal County, one of the fastest growing counties in Texas. Currently the district has four (4) fire stations strategically located across its jurisdiction and 52 full-time operational personnel and 4 administrative personnel. For more information please visit canyonlakefire-ems.org.

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

 

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ELBERTA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT ORDERS TWO NEW PUMPER TRUCKS

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Elberta, Alabama (January 2019) – The Elberta Volunteer Fire Department recently announced the order of two E-One commercial 4-door pumper trucks. Sunbelt Fire of Fairhope, Alabama is building the new additions. The pumper trucks have an anticipated delivery date of May 2019. Elberta VFD selected Government Capital Corporation as the most cost-effective financing option for the new trucks.

“The process was straightforward, and a quick, easy, cost-effective method to finance much needed equipment. Government Capital Corporation made the process smooth. They walked me through each step of the process and responded quickly to our questions and needs so that the funding was completed in a timely manner,” stated Nick Scheer, Fire Chief.

“The enhanced service reliability and functional capabilities of the new engines should meet the needs of the District constituents for many years. We take great pride in being able to provide financings that enable first responders to serve their communities better,” stated D.C. Greer, Vice President.

About Elberta Volunteer Fire Department
The Elberta Volunteer Fire Department was incorporated as an IRS designated not for profit 501©3 organization in October of 2013. The Fire Department is funded by a share of a one and one half mill ad valorem tax assessed on property in Baldwin County. The funding is divided among 37 volunteer fire departments in the county.

The Elberta German Sausage Festival is a bi-annual fundraiser for the Elberta VFD and attracts approximately 30,000 people per festival. The festival has over 200 arts and crafts booths. The VFD cooks about 6,000 pounds of Elberta German Sausage per festival with all proceeds benefiting the fire department. For more information, visit elbertafire.com

About Government Capital Corporation
Government Capital Corporation is a leading public finance firm providing professional financial services to Fire Departments and all other local governmental entities. Since its founding in 1992, the company has successfully completed thousands of project financings in Alabama and across the country. For more information, visit govcap.com.

 

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Bexar County ESD No. 11 opens new fire station

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In July 2017, we posted about our involvement in Bexar County Emergency Services District No. 11. That was when it was announced regarding the approval and upcoming groundbreaking of their new of $3.2 million fire and rescue facility. Click here to read that July 2017 blog post.

In November 2017, the Bexar County ESD No. 11 broke ground on the new station.

Just recently, the new station was completed. Attached are some photos of the new facility.