Charles County last week announced that the three major bond rating agencies have reaffirmed the County’s AAA bond rating. The ratings from Fitch, Moody’s, and Standard & Poor’s reflect the County’s strong financial position and economic stability.

“This achievement demonstrates the Board of Commissioners is delivering on its commitment to prudent financial management, which earns not only the confidence of the bond market, but of our citizens,” said Commissioner President Reuben B. Collins, ll, Esq.

The County’s $58 million general obligation bonds are scheduled for public sale on Tuesday, Nov. 5, to fund improvements in schools, general government facilities, and water and sewer projects.

According to a press release:

S&P Global Ratings noted the rating is based on the county’s very strong management with “strong financial policies and practices.” The report also highlighted “the county’s proactive and multipronged approach to climate change as indicative of the management team’s overall long-term planning strategy.”

Moody’s evaluation cites “the county’s healthy financial position and adherence to formal financial and debt policies, which will likely continue to support stable financial operations going forward.”

Fitch Ratings said they expect “the county to maintain a high level of fundamental financial flexibility throughout economic cycles, supported by solid economic and revenue prospects, expenditure and revenue flexibility and sound reserve levels.”

Visit the Charles County website for more information.