Email from Tarrant County Moody’s Ratings Affirms Tarrant County’s Strong Financial Position and Solid Long-Term Foundation Dear Friends, Today, Moody's Ratings gave Tarrant County the highest possible rating of an Aaa, affirming Tarrant County’s strong financial position and bright financial future. A Moody's rating is an independent assessment of a government's ability to meet its financial obligations and overall credit quality. Strong ratings can help lower borrowing costs, ultimately saving taxpayers money on future infrastructure and capital projects. Moody’s recognized several key strengths of Tarrant County's financial management in their release stating, “the stable outlook reflects the likelihood of continued economic expansion resulting in healthy operating revenue growth over the coming years that, when coupled with the county’s prudent budgeting practices, will maintain strong financial and leverage ratios and provide a solid foundation for a stable operating profile over the longer term.” This recognition from Moody's validates what we've worked hard to accomplish. Strong leadership means making difficult decisions, living within our means, and always putting taxpayers first while preparing for the future. Independent ratings like this demonstrate that Tarrant County is financially stable today because we've remained committed to responsible budgeting and sound fiscal management. This isn't just about a credit rating. It's about confidence that Tarrant County is being managed responsibly to keep us the best place to raise a family and run a business in America. See The Full Rating Here With gratitude, Tarrant County | 100 E. Weatherford Street, Suite 501 | Fort Worth, TX 76196-0101 US County Judge Office Phone Number: (817) 884-1441 Unsubscribe | Constant Contact Data Notice