Parks & Recreation Equipment Financing

Competitively-bid financing to support parks & rec facilities and programs

Don't Sweat Over Budgeting Constraints

NCL Government Capital provides municipal parks and recreation equipment financing, helping communities acquire playgrounds, splashpads, turf fields, fitness equipment, and recreational infrastructure without budget disruption. Backed by 25+ years of experience and an awarded, competitively-bid Sourcewell contract, we deliver flexible, tax-exempt leasing solutions that simplify procurement and support long-term community development.

Below, you can download an informational flyer detailing how our financing programs can help bring your community’s next parks and recreation project to life.

Why Park & Rec Departments Choose Tax-Exempt Leases

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

“Working with NCL Government Capital was a learning process for all of us. In the past our equipment purchases were limited to the funds we had on hand. We discovered financing opportunities that changed our traditional ways of thinking, which will open more doors for us in the future."

Jane Blade | Finance Director City of Alexandria

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 community and teams

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Maximize Limited Resources

Spread cost over time and align payments with existing budget cycles and take the field today

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Accelerate Project Timelines

Avoid delays tied to bonding and/or grants while bridging any funding gaps and the cost increases that accompany them

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Streamline Purchases

Projects often involve multiple vendors, combine required purchases into one, easy to manage payment

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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 or downsize the project

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Financing in Action

Communities and districts are utilizing NCL on items such as splashpads, playground, turf & track projects and video/score boards

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, agencies and departments across the country are using this approach to install turf & lighting, playground equipment, athletic facilities, and fitness equipment — while maintaining financial flexibility and community trust.

Tax-Exempt Municipal Leasing | Success Story

"We had a very dated facility; we wanted to be something the kids would be excited to play on and as a community something to show off."  ...  "Do it now, do it right, do it once!"

 

Kris Kahler | Director of Business Services, Rochester CUSD

NCL Government Capital - Parks & Rec Funding

turf and track financing solutions
NCL Government Capital specializes in park and recreation
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municipal financing for splashpads and community centers
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Contact Us for a Custom Park & Rec Quote

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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