Standard & Poor's Ratings Services said it raised its long-term rating and underlying rating on Bastrop County, Texas' general obligation debt to AA from AA-minus.
At the same time, Standard & Poor's assigned its AA rating to the county's series 2015 limited-tax refunding bonds. The outlook is stable.
"The higher rating reflects the county's improved budgetary performance and debt and contingent liability profile," said Standard & Poor's credit analyst Jim Tchou.
Joe's introduction to municipal bonds came long before his career began. His parents, who owned a small business, regularly invested in municipal securities.
"I've always been driven more by people than subject matter," Kirsten says. "The people I met were passionate about what they do and that passion was contagious."
Diana has built a reputation for candor in expressing bold opinions and a commitment to analytical excellence.
"I like seeing the progress in the communities I work with," Jorge says.
Since childhood, Pat dreamed of becoming an Army paratrooper. At 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and spent six years as an airborne infantryman, team leader and sergeant.
While he enjoyed the advisory side of the business, Casey realized his long-term passion was investment banking.
