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Rethinking School Financing

Turning limited budgets into lasting investments

Meeting Students Needs Today Without Sacrificing Tomorrow's Vision

School leaders are facing more financial pressure than ever - balancing critical facility needs, technology and security upgrades, and student-focused initiatives, often without the capital to match their vision. Forward-thinking districts are discovering a smarter path: using tax-exempt municipal financing as part of their overall funding strategy to advance projects when they’re needed, not years down the road.

Below you can access an informational flyer showcasing how NCL Government Capital can assist in your procurement needs. Simply put, we are better together.

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Why Schools Choose Tax-Exempt Municipal Leases

In front of the upcoming AASA Summit, Barbara Mackson of Wappingers Central School District sat down with Sourcewell to showcase the success she's had utilizing cooperative purchasing and leveraging NCL Government Capital financing solutions.

"In the long run it saves us money, but it also stretches our budget so we can get that much more in any budget year ... If I stretch out those payments, it lets me buy more things that I need, then I can budget next year."

Barbara Mackson | Purchasing Agent at Wappingers CSD

How Districts Can Increase Purchasing Power

Your needs often exceed what your current budget allows. Delaying purchases can lead to higher cost, downtime, and additional repair expenses on aging or outdated equipment and facilities. With NCL, you can use your existing budget to make manageable payments that cover your purchasing needs today.

"NCL Government Capital is a valuable resource for Wappingers CSD ... working with the staff at NCL has been very easy ... the entire process is painless and the rates are always competitive and satisfy bid requirements"

Barbara Mackson | Purchasing Agent at Wappingers CSD

Why Tax-Exempt Municipal Leasing Belongs in Your Funding Strategy

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Preserve Cash Flow

Keep reserves intact for emergencies while still investing in critical needs for your district including school buses, laptops, HVAC projects or athletic facilities

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Maximize Limited Resources

Spread cost over time and align payments with budget cycles so each school year gets off on the right foot

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Ensure Compliance & Efficiency

Pair financing with cooperative purchasing contracts to simplify procurement and meet competitive bidding requirements

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Accelerate Project Timelines

Avoid delays tied to referendum cycles or funding gaps and the cost increases that accompany them saving your district time and money

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Cost Effective

A Tax-Exempt Municipal Lease is the least expensive form of financing available to government agencies and increases purchasing power up to 7X on equipment your school needs

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Cost of Waiting

The "cost of waiting" far exceeds the perceived cost of financing the project today and eliminates the need to phase the project or reduce quantities

From Constraint to Opportunity

When structured strategically, Tax-Exempt Municipal Leasing isn’t just a funding tool — it’s a way to turn financial constraints into opportunities for long-term impact. Districts across the country are using this approach to upgrade buses, technology, facilities, and energy systems — while maintaining financial flexibility and community trust.

Built for Learning. Built for the Long Term.

"NCL Government Capital is a valuable resource for Wappingers Central School District. Working with the staff at NCL has been very easy, the entire process is painless and the rates are always competitive and satisfy bid requirements.”

Barbara Mackson | Purchasing Agent, Wappingers CSD

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Contact our team today for a custom quote that fits your budget and schedule. We look forward to learning more about your upcoming projects or answering any questions you might have.

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