From Harford County government: Harford County has retained its Triple-A bond rating from all three of the nation’s major independent bond-rating agencies for the third consecutive year under the administration of County Executive Barry Glassman. Following meetings in New York with the county administration in late January, the rating agencies Standard & Poor’s, Moody’s, and […]
Harford Countians in History – The Famous and Infamous: Elijah J. Bond Patents the Ouija Board
The history and contributions of many fascinating Harford County citizens are relegated to the archives of time. In this and future issues, we hope to share some of their stories. Elijah J. Bond January 23rd 1847 – April 14th 1921 Elijah J. Bond and Family Elijah Jefferson Bond is perhaps best known for patenting the […]
Harford County Retains “Aaa” Bond Rating; Two of Three Bond Rating Agencies Assign “Aaa” Rating
From Harford County government: Harford County Government has learned they have maintained their bond ratings as assigned by three bond rating agencies. Harford County received a “Aaa” bond rating from Moody’s Investor’s Service and Fitch Ratings, while Standard and Poor’s rated the county as “AA+” – the same rating as in 2012. Last month County […]
Dagger Movie Night: “Skyfall” — A Bond Movie That Tries to Bridge the Old and the New
This is the 23rd installment of the Bond franchise, which is showing its age – at least as a plot point. The major theme of playing the old school vs. the new school runs long and deep throughout 007’s adventure; at times, too long. For all that lingering ageism, the third offering from the Craig […]
Reel News: Week of 11/5 — Skyfall, Smashed, The Sessions, Arthur Christmas
Theatrical Releases This Week Skyfall Director: Sam Mendes PG-13; 145 mins Trailer In Skyfall, Bond’s loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost. (Synopsis by the Official Site) Check out my […]
Bel Air Agenda March 5: Public Hearing on Budget Amendment; $515,000 Bond for Main Street Property; Ethics Code Revision
The Bel Air Town Commissioners will introduce a resolution Monday night authorizing the town to issue and sell a general obligation bond in an amount of up to $515,000 to PNC Bank for the purpose of providing a portion of the funds necessary for the buy property at 33-37 South Main Street. An ethics ordinance, […]
Harford County Has AAA Bond Ratings Reaffirmed; Conservative Fiscal Management, Low Debt Burden Cited as Strengths
From Harford County government: County Executive David R. Craig is pleased to announce that Harford County has had its AAA bond ratings reaffirmed by rating agencies Moody’s Investors Service and Fitch Ratings. The two agencies upgraded the County in 2010, and the confirmation of the AAA ratings are the result of a review of the […]
Harford County Executive Craig Meets with Bond Rating Agencies in New York; Working to Help Secure Strong Bond Rating
From Harford County government: Harford County Executive David R. Craig and members of his Administration, traveled to New York earlier this week to meet with three bond-rating agencies in an effort to secure the best rating for the Harford County. Accompanying County Executive Craig were the County Treasurer, Director of Administration, the Chief of Budget […]
