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Arlington, Texas; Tax Secured, General Obligation Jul 01
Standard & Poors, July 2001
Abstract The rating on Arlington, Texas' permanent improvement and refunding bonds reflects the full faith and credit of the city. The rating also reflects: A strong, diverse economic base that benefits from the city's location between Dallas and Fort Worth; Good financial position, with strong fiscal management; and High, but manageable, debt levels aided by rapid principal retirement. Arlington (population 333,000) has a diverse economic base led by the service, manufacturing, and trade sectors. Employers include General Motors Corp., which produces pick-up trucks and sport utility vehicles, the Arlington campus of the University of Texas, and a variety of technology and health care employers. Six Flags Over Texas, an amusement park, along with The Ballpark in Arlington, home of the Texas...
Companies mentioned in this report are: Arlington Action: Affirmed
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