The rating on Cuyahoga County, Ohio's limited-tax GO bonds reflects the county's: Sustained economic expansion of its large, urban, and diverse base anchored by Cleveland; Excellent fiscal performance maintained through consistent adherence to best practices; Systematic program delivery in high-cost human services with emphasis on prevention initiatives, which has resulted in decreasing caseloads and recidivism; and Moderate debt burden with a manageable capital plan. Economic expansion continues in the county at a steady pace as new jobs are continually created in its growing financial, insurance, health care, real estate, and service sectors. Over the past 10 years, manufacturing became less dominate, now representing 14.5% of jobs and 22.4% of income earned compared to 18.6% and 27.9% of jobs and income
