Ball, Louisiana (January 2025) – The Town of Ball proudly announces the addition of a new pumper to the town’s fire department fleet. The acquisition of the new apparatus is a significant milestone for the town resulting from a steadfast effort promoting the acquisition to voters and raising awareness of the need for a new pumper. The town’s former and current fire chiefs as well as the mayor and town council worked in tandem to advocate for the new pumper and are grateful to the voters for their support.
The new apparatus will become the town’s first out engine, replacing a 2010 engine that will move to second out status. The town’s 1996 engine that currently serves as the second out engine will move to reserve status, taking the place of the town’s current 1992 reserve engine. The city took delivery of the pumper from US Fire Pump at the start of the new year and is currently preparing the apparatus to be put into service. Financing for the acquisition was provided by Government Capital Corporation of Southlake, Texas.
“We are grateful to Government Capital for the role they played in this crucial acquisition,” Jude Thiels, Fire Chief of the Town of Ball, stated. “This project wouldn’t have happened without them, and we will absolutely be looking to partner again on future projects.”
“I want to congratulate Chief Thiels and the Town of Ball on acquiring this new apparatus,” D. C. Greer, Senior Vice President of Government Capital Corporation, commented. “We take great pride in partnering with Louisiana towns and fire departments to support them in achieving their goals and objectives to best serve their citizens and communities.”
About the Town of Ball
Established in 1972, the Town of Ball is located in Central Louisiana and is home to over 4,000 residents. Ball is a growing, thriving town where southern living meets modern amenities to provide a truly “sweet home.” To learn more about the Town of Ball, visit www.townofball.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 $6.5 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.