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Caney Creek Municipal Utility District Announces Meter Infrastructure Upgrades

August 14, 2026

Sargent, TX (August 2026) – Caney Creek Municipal Utility District announces the implementation of a new AMI system. The District began the project to address constituent desires for an upgraded water metering system that will allow for the timely identification and recapture of water loss as well as increased efficiency for the District. The first phase of the installation has been completed, updating 280 meters. Financing for the project was provided by Government Capital Corporation in Southlake, Texas.

“We are grateful to have partnered with Government Capital on this project,” Paige Austin, General Manager for Caney Creek Municipal Utility District, shared. “Their team’s knowledge and expertise made the financing process easy and allowed us to begin our infrastructure upgrades with no wait time or hassle.”

“I want to congratulate Paige Austin and the Caney Creek Municipal Utility District on this project,” Stephanie Cates, Vice President at Government Capital Corporation, commented. “We are proud to partner with Texas Utility Districts as a financing resource to help them achieve their goals and objectives.”

About Caney Creek MUD

Caney Creek Municipal Utility District, located in the “Sargent” area of Matagorda County, was created on July 26, 1978. The District is a coastal community located generally along Caney Creek for about 15 miles north from its discharge into the Gulf of Mexico at the east end of Matagorda Bay and about 75 miles southwest of the Houston metropolitan area. To learn more about Caney Creek Municipal Utility District, visit www.ccmud.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 $7 billion in Texas and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

City of Ville Platte Announces City-Wide Utility Meter Upgrades

August 6, 2025

Ville Platte, Louisiana (August 2025) – The City of Ville Platte announces city-wide upgrades to their water and gas metering system. The city’s previous system had been in place for fifteen years, and the smart meter technology was failing and causing inaccurate billing. The upgrade will replace all utility meters city-wide and install three base stations with antennas and repeaters throughout the city to communicate meter data.

Baton Rouge WinWater provided the equipment for the project and is in the process of installing the 3,500 water meters. The city is currently installing the 1,120 gas meters. The project is anticipated to be completed in the first quarter of 2026. Financing for the project was provided by Government Capital Corporation of Southlake, TX.

“The City of Ville Platte is extremely grateful for partnering with Government Capital throughout this process,” Ryan LeDay Williams, Mayor of the City of Ville Platte, stated. “From start to finish, it has been a smooth and professional experience. The team at Gov Cap understood our needs, guided us through the financing options, and helped make this critical project a reality. Thank you, Government Capital, for standing with the City of Ville Platte as we take important steps to modernize our infrastructure and provide better services to our community.”

“I want to extend congratulations to Mayor Williams and the City of Ville Platte on their crucial city-wide utility meter upgrade,” D. C. Greer, Senior Vice President of Government Capital Corporation, commented. “We take great pride in partnering with Louisiana cities to achieve their goals and objectives to provide the best living experiences for their communities.”

About the City of Ville Platte

Founded in 1824, the City of Ville Platte is located in Central Louisiana and is home to over 6,300 residents. The city’s mission is to provide the highest quality of services and programs to its citizens, businesses, and visitors. The city is committed to providing a safe and family-friendly environment where its citizens can thrive and prosper. To learn more about the City of Ville Platte, visit www.cityofvilleplatte.com.

About Government Capital Corporation

Government Capital Corporation (GCC) 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 $6.8 billion in Louisiana and across the country. Additionally, GCC serves as the administrator of the equipment lease financing program for the Louisiana Municipal Advisory and Technical Services Bureau (LAMATS). For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

City of Scottsville Announces Updates on Public Works Projects

October 9, 2024

Scottsville, KY (October 2024) – The City of Scottsville announces the acquisition of a Hydro Excavator, expected to arrive in October, for the city’s Lead Water Line Service project. Additionally, the city is nearing completion of a city-wide Smart Water Meter Project replacing over 2,500 meters which began in the summer of 2022. The water meter project was partially funded through grant proceeds, and both projects received financing from Government Capital Corporation of Southlake, Texas.

“We have been very happy with our relationship with Government Capital,” stated Evelina Anderson, City Treasurer, City of Scottsville. “They are always quick to respond to questions or concerns. They have been flexible with payment schedules to help meet our budgetary needs. We greatly appreciate what they have done for the City of Scottsville, Kentucky.”

“I want to congratulate Evelina Anderson and the City of Scottsville on their public works projects,” commented Matt Sullivan, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We are proud to partner with Kentucky cities in achieving their goals and objectives for the betterment of their communities.”

About the City of Scottsville

Established in 1816, the City of Scottsville is the county seat of Allen County in southern Kentucky and is home to over 4,200 residents. To learn more about the City of Scottsville, visit www.cityofscottsville.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 $6 billion in Kentucky and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

CITY OF McCAMEY ANNOUNCES INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADE PROJECT

February 26, 2024

McCamey, TX (February 2024) – The City of McCamey has launched a city-wide water meter upgrade project to replace over 1,500 outdated meters. The new meters will allow the city to identify and recapture water loss in a timely manner. The city has begun the accompanying software upgrade which will provide increased efficiency in gathering data, and installation of the meters is anticipated to begin in March 2024. Financing for the project was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“We had a wonderful experience partnering with Government Capital on this financing,” stated Patty Jones, City Secretary, City of McCamey. “Everything came together smoothly, and we’re looking forward to working together again soon.”

“I want to congratulate Patty Jones and the City of McCamey on the launch of this water meter and software upgrade,” commented Cody Thomas, Municipal Finance Specialist, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in assisting Texas cities with the completion of projects that enable them to better serve their communities.”

About the City of McCamey

The City of McCamey was incorporated in 1927 and is located in West Texas. Home to over 1,400 residents, the city has been declared the Wind Energy Capital of Texas. To learn more about the City of McCamey, visit mccameycity.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 and its affiliates have successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $5.9 billion in Texas and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

CITY OF LANETT ANNOUNCES WATER METER UPGRADES

January 24, 2024

Lanett, AL (January 2024) – The City of Lanett has launched a city-wide water meter upgrade project to replace over 2,500 meters. The new meters will allow the city to recapture water loss with greater accuracy. System design and installation of the new meters is provided by Consolidated Pipe. The project is anticipated to be completed by March 2024. Financing for the project was provided by Government Capital Corporation, Southlake, Texas.

“This is the first time the City of Lanett has had the opportunity to work with Government Capital, and it was an all-around positive experience,” stated Randall Aikens, Building Official, City of Lanett. “The team’s expertise in financing for Alabama cities was evident throughout the process and provided us with a smooth and efficient funding.”

“I want to congratulate Randall Aikens and the City of Lanett on the implementation of the new water meters,” commented DC Greer, Senior Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in assisting Alabama cities with the completion of projects that enable them to better serve their communities.”

About the City of Lanett

The City of Lanett was established in 1895 and sits in a prime location between Montgomery, AL, Atlanta, GA, Birmingham, AL, and Columbus, GA. The city had a very prosperous textile industry during the mid-20^th century and has recently experienced a boom and revitalization due to its growing automotive industry. To learn more about the City of Lanett, visit cityoflanett.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 and its affiliates have successfully completed thousands of municipal financings exceeding $6 billion in Alabama and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.

D&M WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION ANNOUNCES WATER METER UPGRADES

December 15, 2023

Douglass, TX (December 2023) – The D&M Water Supply Corporation announces the implementation of a district-wide water meter replacement project. The 2,300 new meters feature radio-read technology allowing for increased efficiency in both manpower and service. Installation of the meters began in November and is anticipated to be completed by the end of this month. The meters and installation were supplied by Ferguson Waterworks, and financing for the project was provided by Government Capital Corporation in Southlake, Texas.

“We had an excellent experience working with Government Capital,” stated Donnie Babb, Manager, D&M Water Supply Corporation. “The funding came together very quickly thanks to the team’s proficiency in financing for water supply corporations, and their communication throughout the project was second to none.”

“I want to congratulate Donnie Babb and the D&M Water Supply Corporation on implementing the new water meters,” commented Stephanie Cates, Senior Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in assisting Texas water supply corporations in meeting their goals and objectives.”

About D&M Water Supply Corporation

D&M Water Supply Corporation serves 140 square miles surrounding a portion of the City of Nacogdoches in East Texas with the goal of providing safe, clean water to all residents. To learn more about D&M Water Supply Corporation, visit dmwater.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 $5.8 billion in Texas and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.