Ferris, TX (December 2022) – The City of Ferris announces the acquisition of a new fire engine and a new brush truck. The new vehicles will be able to carry a combined 1,400 gallons of water and eight firefighters. “The addition of these vehicles will significantly bolster the response for the City of Ferris and our surrounding communities by allowing us to respond to multiple or simultaneous emergencies,” stated Fire Chief Brian Horton, “The new trucks will also serve as backup when other fleet vehicles are receiving scheduled maintenance. I want to extend a huge thank you to the Ferris City Council and the City of Ferris Administration for their forward thinking throughout the procurement process.” The trucks will be delivered by Siddons Martin in twenty-four months, and financing was provided by Government Capital Corporation in Southlake, Texas.
“Having partnered with Government Capital Corporation for over two decades, the city greatly appreciates GCC’s expertise and knowledge of the unique needs of Texas municipalities,” stated Suzanne Negron-Paez, Finance & Accounting Manager, City of Ferris. “It was a pleasure working with the experienced and professional team at Government Capital.”
“I want to congratulate Suzanne Negron-Paez, Chief Horton, and the City of Ferris on the acquisitions,” commented Stephanie Cates, Vice President, Government Capital Corporation. “We take great pride in assisting Texas cities in meeting their goals and objectives.”
About the City of Ferris
The City of Ferris is located in North Texas in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Ferris was founded in 1874 and named after judge Justus Wesley Ferris of Waxahachie. The city is home to over 2,700 residents and is known as “The City that Bricked the World” thanks to its four brick plants which operated during the 1950s. Ferris hosts its Annual Brick Festival every April. To learn more, visit www.ferristexas.gov.
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 $5 billion in Texas and across the country. For more information, visit www.govcap.com.
