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911 Communications Center Leasing, Tax-exempt Leasing and Bonds

    Many counties and communities need new and reliable replacement 911 communication centers, computers, phone lines and related technology immediately.  One way of achieving this is through IRS Section 103 tax-leasing programs. 

    Tax-exempt leasing programs are at rates below commercial leases.  In some situations, the lease may be paid with a grant that is obtained later.  At Municipal-Funding, we get the lowest possible tax-exempt lease rates (usually less than 5%) and we only charge a minimal fee compared to others who may promote simplicity, but charge 9.75% interest and fees.  Their process is no simpler than ours and their rates are by no means deals.

    With our low-interest loans and tax-exempt leasing programs, we have the lowest rates and easiest terms of anybody.  Our interest rates are generally 1/2 of what others are charging, our applications processes are easier, and we give you faster approvals.

    Leasing is different than bond issues, because leases are not considered debt and as in the case of municipal bonds, they do not require a public vote or special efforts on the part of your municipal leaders.  This is not to say that it is not possible to use municipal bonds to payoff a lease obligation.

Why Leasing E-911 Communications Center Equipment May Be Your Best Option:

        You get the equipment you need immediately or within a few days, after the lease agreement has been signed,
        You get to acquire the equipment now at a lower price, because with inflation the price will only increase,
        You get the 911 computers and related equipment quickly in an emergency situation and in many states and municipalities this means doing so, in a state of declared emergency, without the need to go through a lengthy bid submission or review process,
        Lease purchases do not effect debt limitations, as they are not generally counted as debt, and as we all know, debt to fund balance ratios are necessary to maintain good bond ratings and in some cases to operate well within what the law requires,
        Tax-Exempt Leases for 911 centers and municipal governments are more affordable at lower interest rates than issuing bonds, even zero coupon bonds,
        Tax exempt leases don't require voter approvals, months to get to the vote, the cost of adding the item on the ballot, and the political upheavals that decisions to issue bonds usually causes,
        Tax-Exempt leases generally don't require the need for local governments to raise property or other taxes to meet the obligation,
        Tax-Exempt Leases for 911 centers and municipal governments are more affordable at lower interest rates than other forms of loans or leases,
        The interest payments are exempt from federal taxation,
        Tax-Exempt leases make it possible for local governments and other nontaxable entities to benefit from tax deductions normally available only to the private sector,
         You keep your cash for other necessary equipment purchases,
         The department or municipality is able to claim the depreciation on the 911 center and/or equipment, may assist in their tax preparations to show that they are truly non-profit,
        The 911 center and equipment is titled in the name of your department or community and the lease holder just has a simple first lien holder's position,
        You completely own the 911 center and/or equipment at the end of the lease.

  Tax-exempt Lease FAQ:

    If your community chooses to fund your new 911 center and equipment through the issuing and sale of municipal bonds, we can help you and them by finding purchasing sources for these bonds.

Municipal Funding
5645 Apache St.
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
griffin@municipal-funding.com