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Excellent Credit Rating For Wellington County

The County of Wellington is tops when it comes to operating performance and financial management.

That's according to Credit Agency Standard and Poor's, which once again gave the County a AA+ Credit Rating with a stable outlook.

Wellington County Warden George Bridge says the rating shows that the county itself is well managed and fiscally responsible at balancing needs with resources.

“The county has a very strong economy, anchored by our diverse manufacturing and agricultural sectors,” says Councillor Dennis Lever, chair of the county’s Administration, Finance and Human Resources Committee. “There is a strong focus on attracting smaller-but-high value sectors, like creative and health care professionals.”

The AA+ credit rating will result in lower borrowing costs which will help with future capital projects in and around the County of Wellington.

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