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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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WILSON COUNTY ESD NO. 5 ACQUIRES NEW APPARATUS

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Wilson County Emergency Services District No. 5, Floresville, TX (February 2021) – Wilson County Emergency Services District No. 5 announces the recent delivery of a 2020 Pierce PUC Enforcer Pumper truck from Siddons Martin Emergency Group, LLC. A traditional “Push-In” ceremony will soon be scheduled. “This apparatus has a 1,000-gallon storage capacity and can pump 1,500 gallons per minute,” stated Adam Strzelczyk, Fire Chief of Wilson County Emergency Services District No. 5. 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 Adam Strzelczyk, Fire Chief Wilson County ESD No. 5. “I appreciate the ease and straightforward nature of the process.”

“It was a privilege to work with Chief Adam Strzelczyk on this important procurement,” stated Kevin Lerner, 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 Wilson County Emergency Services District No. 5
Wilson County Emergency Services District No. 5 is in Floresville, Texas about 35 miles southeast of San Antonio. Wilson County ESD No. 5 provides fire and rescue services to an area with 226 square miles and a population of more than 17,000. The district averages 275 calls annually with 26 volunteer firefighters and one paid firefighter.

About Government Capital Corporation
Government Capital Corporation is a leading public finance firm providing professional financial services to Emergency Service 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 Texas and across the nation. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

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SILVERHILL ACQUIRES NEW APPARATUS

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Silverhill, AL (January 2021) – The Silverhill Fire Department announces the recent delivery of a new tanker truck.  The 2021 E-One VMT2 tanker truck increases the pump capacity to 1,250 GPM and storage capacity to 2,000 gallons, stated Josh Rice, Silverhill Fire Chief.  “Additionally, the new truck increased firefighter capacity to five firefighters.”  Sunbelt Fire Incorporated; in Fairhope, Alabama was selected as the equipment provider. 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 Josh Rice, Silverhill Volunteer Fire Department. “The tax-exempt lease purchase was a simple and straightforward process.”

“It was a privilege to work with Chief Josh Rice on this important procurement,” stated Marti Sauls of Government Capital Corporation. “This tanker truck will meet their needs for many years.”

About Silverhill

Silverhill is located in Baldwin County with a population of 1,000.  Steeped in a rich Swedish and Czech heritage, Silverhill has maintained its’ small-town charm through decades of growth and development.  Silverhill’s first schoolhouse built in 1898, is now the town library.  Upon entering Silverhill you will be greeted with a sign that reads, “Welcome to Silverhill, A Good Place to Live.”  For more information visit,  www.silverhillalabama.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 municipal financings exceeding $4 billion in Alabama and across the nation.  For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

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