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FOUR MILE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ACQUIRES NEW APPARATUS

Four Mile Fire Protection District, Boulder, CO (October 2021) – The Four Mile Fire Protection District announces the acquisition of a new brush truck and a Type 3 engine. The district received the Type 3 engine this month, and the brush truck is anticipated to be delivered by the summer of 2022. Each new vehicle is a replacement for outdated trucks which were in service for 30 to 45 years. Financing for these acquisitions was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“Government Capital Corporation’s experience and expertise was a great overall value to us,” stated Bret Gibson, Four Mile Fire Chief. “The knowledge and professionalism of the team at Government Capital was very responsive to our needs.”

“I want to congratulate Chief Gibson and Four Mile Fire Protection district board on these acquisitions,” commented Cody Thomas, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in being able to provide financings that enable first responders to better serve their communities.”

About Four Mile Fire Protection District

Four Mile Fire Protection District is located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, just west of Boulder, Colorado and serves approximately 15 square miles of rural communities. The department is a combination agency with 30 volunteers and a paid crew of three full-time firefighters. The Four Mile Fire Protection District provides first response to 100-150 emergencies per year. To learn more visit www.fourmilefire.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 has successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $4.8 billion in Colorado and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com

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TRI-DISTRICT FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ACQUIRES NEW VEHICLES

Tri-District Fire Protection District, Claremore, OK (August 2021) – Tri-District Fire Protection District announces the purchase of four new vehicles. This acquisition includes a command unit truck, one rescue truck, and two brush pumper trucks. These vehicles represent both new additions to the fleet and replacement of outdated equipment. The district is anticipating equipment delivery by December. Financing for this acquisition was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“Having worked with Government Capital Corporation the last 18 years, their knowledge and expertise of the unique needs of fire protection districts is always a great overall value to us,” commented Bob Anderson, Tri-District Fire Chief. “It is a total pleasure working with their knowledgeable team.”

“I want to congratulate Chief Bob Anderson and the Tri-District FPD on this important procurement,” stated Jennifer Draper, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in being able to provide financings which enable first responders to better serve their communities.”

About Tri-District Fire Protection District

Tri-District Fire Protection District provides all-risk fire protection and emergency medical response across 54 square miles in Oklahoma which includes a population of over 2,000 residents. The Fire District averages 350 calls each year and has 21 volunteer fire fighters.

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 has successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $4.8 billion in Oklahoma and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES DISTRICT NO.4 ANNOUNCES THE BUILDING OF A NEW STATION

 

Montgomery County, Texas (July 2021) – The Montgomery County Emergency Services District No. 4 announces construction of a new station. The facility will include two floors and the square footage will roughly be 23,000 square feet. The first floor will include five double stacked bays, a decon room, seven dorm rooms, a lieutenant room, and a chief room. The second floor will include a meeting room and office space. With construction beginning the end of this year, the anticipated completion date is December 2022. Architectural design and construction is being provided by Grossman Design Build, Mansfield, Texas. Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas provided financing for the project.

“Having completed multiple projects with Government Capital Corporation since 2010, their experience and expertise always provides value.” commented Fire Chief Kevin Hosler. “They also attended our Board meetings to fully explain the financing options available and provided assistance throughout the closing process.”

“I want to congratulate Chief Hosler and Montgomery County Emergency Services District No. 4 on this project,” stated Landon Newton, Government Capital Corporation Vice President. “We take great pride in being able to provide financings that enable first responders to better serve their communities.”

About Montgomery County Emergency Services District No. 4

Montgomery County Emergency Services District No. 4, founded in 1973 is located about 30 miles north of Houston, Texas and now serves a rapidly growing population of over 48,000. Since August 2020, the ESD has responded to over 1,800 calls, averaging around 100 calls per month. To learn more visit www.mcesd4.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 has successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $4.5 Billion in Texas and across the nation. For more information, visit www.govcap.com

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CROOK COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE ACQUIRES NEW AMBULANCE

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

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

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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