NEW YORK (S&P Global Ratings) Nov. 4, 2016--S&P Global Ratings has assigned its 'AA-' rating to the Port Authority of New York&New Jersey's (PANYNJ) $236.4 million 199th series consolidated bonds. The outlook is stable. At the same time, S&P Global Ratings affirmed its ratings on parity bonds outstanding. "The 'AA-' rating reflects our opinion of the diversity of the PANYNJ's operations, very strong liquidity, and vital role in the region; and our expectation of continued strong debt service coverage," said S&P Global Ratings credit analyst Joseph Pezzimenti. The new bonds, which were directly purchased by Bank of America, N.A., will be on par with all other consolidated bonds. We expect officials to use the 199th bond proceeds to