S&P Global Ratings assigned its 'AAA' rating to the Town of Branford , Conn.'s $9.5 million series 2025 general obligation (GO) bonds. At the same time, we affirmed our 'AAA' long-term rating on the town's previously issued GO debt. The outlook is stable. NEW YORK (S&P Global Ratings) Oct. 20, 2025--S&P Global Ratings today took the rating actions listed above. We view social and governance factors as neutral within our credit analysis. Branford is a coastal community, and we expect changing weather patterns and rising sea levels will likely pose a long-term threat for drainage and coastal properties; however, we do not think a material portion of the property tax base is under imminent threat. Furthermore, the town is part