S&P Global Raises Methuen's Bond Rating to AA-

S&P Global Ratings has raised Methuen's general obligation bond rating to AA-, according to the ratings agency, a mark that typically signals strengthening city finances. The upgrade lands the same week several city boards are set to meet, including the City Council and Cultural Council on Monday.

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"Methuen, MA GO Debt Rating Raised To 'AA-' On Imp": S&P Global Ratings raised Methuen's general obligation bond rating to AA-, a move that typically reflects strengthening municipal finances, according to the ratings agency (read it at https://www.spglobal.com/ratings/en/regulatory/article/-/view/sourceId/12377228).

COMING UP

Methuen's City Council meets Monday, Aug. 10, with the Cultural Council convening the same evening. The Community Development Board is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 12. The Jr. Celtics Academy summer camp runs at Phillips Academy in Andover Aug. 10-14 for Methuen youth, with a second session Aug. 17-21.

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