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BUSHLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT AWARDS ROOFING UPGRADES

November 17, 2023 By Sharilyn Castaneda

Bushland, TX (October 2023) – Bushland Independent School District recently awarded a district-wide roofing replacement project to Coryell Roofing. The project will focus on replacing storm-damaged roofs across multiple facilities throughout the district’s campuses. Construction will begin on the first of November and will be completed by Christmas. Financing for the project was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, TX.

“We had a very positive experience working with Government Capital. The team was very accommodating,” stated Chris Wigington, Superintendent, Bushland Independent School District. “I would highly recommend Government Capital for school financing and will most definitely use them in the future.”

“I would like to congratulate Chris Wigington and Bushland Independent School District on their roofing updates,” stated Ed King, Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in assisting Texas schools in meeting their goals and objectives.”

About Bushland Independent School District

Bushland ISD is located in the Texas Panhandle outside Amarillo and serves over 1,500 students PreK-12^th grades. The district is committed to helping its students experience a successful educational journey and values input from parents and community members. To learn more about Bushland ISD visit www.bushlandisd.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 $5.8 billion in Texas and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

LORENA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNOUNCES ROUTE BUS ACQUISITIONS

November 2, 2023 By Sharilyn Castaneda

Lorena, TX (October 2023) – Lorena Independent School District announces the addition of five new route buses to their fleet. The new buses will accommodate the growing student population by running daily routes to and from Lorena ISD campuses and throughout the community. Three of the five new buses have been delivered, and the final two are expected by the end of the month. The buses will be placed in service in the beginning of November. The new buses were purchased from Thomas Bus, and financing for the acquisitions were provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, TX.

“Having partnered with Government Capital since 2017, we knew we would be in good hands for this acquisition,” stated Dr. Joe Kucera, Superintendent, Lorena Independent School District. “Government Capital’s expertise in school finance was evident throughout the financing process.”

“I would like to congratulate Dr. Joe Kucera and Lorena Independent School District on their fleet additions,” stated Jana Jay, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in assisting Texas schools in meeting their goals and objectives.”

About Lorena Independent School District

Lorena ISD is a premier school in the Waco/Temple area serving 1,800 students PreK-12^th grades. Lorena ISD takes pride in its high standard of performance and the development of well-rounded students. To learn more about Lorena ISD visit www.lorenaisd.net.

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WYANDOTTE PUBLIC SCHOOLS ANNOUNCES SCHOOL BUS ACQUISITION

August 21, 2023 By Sharilyn Castaneda

Wyandotte, OK (August 2023) – Wyandotte Public Schools announces the addition of new activity buses to the district’s fleet. The acquisition marks the beginning of an initiative to update segments of the fleet on an annual basis. The replacement cycle will allow the district to maintain a current fleet while remaining within budget. The first set of new buses will be used for the high school’s varsity sports teams and will be delivered in the beginning of the 2023-24 school year. The buses were purchased from National Bus, and financing was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, TX.

“Having partnered with Government Capital Corporation previously, it was easy to turn to the GCC team for this acquisition,” commented Brad Wade, Superintendent, Wyandotte Public Schools. “The financing process was smooth and straightforward thanks to Government Capital’s expertise with school finance in Oklahoma.”

“I would like to congratulate Superintendent Brad Wade and the Wyandotte Public Schools Board on the acquisition of the new activity buses,” stated Chris Schrader, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in assisting Oklahoma schools in meeting their goals and objectives.”

About Wyandotte Public Schools

Wyandotte Public Schools is located in northeast Oklahoma and serves over 760 students K-12^th grade. Wyandotte Public Schools’ mission is to assure the success of students in meeting the challenges of an ever-changing society by becoming productive citizens and lifelong learners with the maximum development of inherent abilities through a school environment aligned in the cooperative spirit of community, home, and school. To learn more about the district, visit www.wyandotte.k12.ok.us.

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 $5.7 billion in Oklahoma and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

PEARSALL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNOUNCES NEW TURF FIELD

August 15, 2023 By Sharilyn Castaneda

Pearsall, TX (August 2023) – Pearsall Independent School District announces the completion of a turf replacement project for the beginning of the 2023-24 school year. The previous turf was over nine years old and was no longer up to the standard the district has for the safety of its students. This important initiative will serve the students and community for years to come. Installation was completed by Hellas Construction, and financing for the project was provided by Government Capital Corporation from Southlake, TX.

“Pearsall ISD has partnered with Government Capital for over 20 years, and we are very grateful to have partnered once again to fund this turf replacement project,” stated Dr. Nobert Rodriguez, Superintendent, Pearsall Independent School District. “Their team was very efficient and provided a solution at just the right time. I would highly recommend Government Capital for school financing, and I look forward to our next partnership.”

“I would like to congratulate Dr. Nobert Rodriguez and Pearsall Independent School District on the completion of this project,” stated Marti Sauls, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in assisting Texas schools in meeting their goals and objectives.”

About Pearsall Independent School District

Pearsall Independent School District is a public school district located in Pearsall, Texas with a current enrollment of over 2,000 students Pre-K-12^th grade. The district’s mission is to partner with families and the community to provide a learning environment that is safe, nurturing, and student-centered where everyone is accountable and all students are empowered to succeed. To learn more about Pearsall ISD visit www.pearsallisd.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 $5.7 billion in Texas and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

MARCOLA SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF NEW TRANSPORTATION FACILITY

April 5, 2023 By Sharilyn Castaneda

Marcola, OR (March 2023) – Marcola School District announces the completion of a new transportation facility, a meaningful step toward self-sufficiency for the rural school district. The “bus barn” is built on the land known as “The Farm” which is used by the district’s agriculture program. The original plan for the facility was formed in 2019 after the district completed the transaction for “The Farm,” however, the timing was not yet right for the project to begin. Three years later, with the community’s support, the district was ready to build the facility. Construction was completed in March 2023, and financing for both “The Farm” and the “bus barn” were provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, TX.

“Having partnered together on multiple projects since 2015, Government Capital Corporation has always been a huge support to us,” commented Terry Augustadt, Superintendent, Marcola School District. “When our project turned out to be over our budget, Gov Cap came to our rescue. This is a great example of just-in-time lending.”

“I would like to congratulate Superintendent Terry Augustadt and the Marcola School District Board on completing the new transportation facility,” stated Stephanie Cates, Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in assisting Oregon schools in achieving their goals and objectives.”

About Marcola School District

Marcola School District is a public school district which serves the area in and around Marcola, OR with a current enrollment of over 750 students Pre-K-12^th grade. The Marcola School District’s mission is to promote academic excellence and ethical and responsible citizenship for all its students in a safe, supportive, and enriched learning environment. To learn more about Marcola School District visit www.marcola.k12.or.us.

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

WAUKOMIS PUBLIC SCHOOLS ACQUIRES FINAL EQUIPMENT FOR NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

March 15, 2023 By Sharilyn Castaneda

Waukomis, OK (March 2023) – Waukomis Public Schools announces the completion of their new state-of-the-art elementary school. The final equipment has been delivered and installed, including kitchen equipment for the cafeteria that serves all 380 students within the district. Teachers and students have settled into their new classrooms and are excited to finish the 2022-23 school year in their new building. Construction of the project was funded through bond proceeds, and financing for the HVAC system and interior equipment was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, TX.

“Having partnered with Government Capital Corporation for over ten years, we can always rely on the GCC team to take good care of us,” commented David Brewer, Superintendent, Waukomis Public Schools. “Their expertise with school finance in Oklahoma always provides us with the best results.”

“I would like to congratulate Superintendent David Brewer and the Waukomis Public Schools Board on completion of their new elementary school,” stated Stephanie Cates, Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “It is an honor to work with Oklahoma schools to serve the next generation of Oklahoma leaders.”

About Waukomis Public Schools

Waukomis Public Schools is located in the City of Waukomis in northern Oklahoma and serves over 380 students Pre-K-12^th grade. Waukomis Public Schools’ mission is to provide experiences for each student that develop and embrace high standards of scholastic and personal attainment and to develop the proper attitudes of responsible citizens. To learn more about the district, visit waukomis.k12.ok.us.

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 billion in Oklahoma and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

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