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El Paso County Achieves High Credit Ratings Before Bond Sale

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El Paso County has secured strong credit ratings from Moody's and another major agency as it gears up for a bond sale. Moody's awarded the County an Aa2 rating with a stable outlook for its Series 2026 General Obligation and Refunding bonds. This positive assessment is significant as it reflects the County's financial health and could lead to lower borrowing costs for future projects. The upcoming bond sale is crucial for funding various community initiatives and infrastructure improvements.

Key Details: • Moody's assigned an Aa2 rating with a stable outlook. • The bond sale involves Series 2026 General Obligation and Refunding bonds. • Strong ratings may lower future borrowing costs for the County.

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