Standard&Poor's Ratings Services has assigned its 'AAA' long-term rating to the town of West Hartford, Conn.'s series 2012A general obligation (GO) bonds and affirmed its 'AAA' long-term rating on the town's existing GO debt. The outlook is stable. The ratings reflect our assessment of the town's: Affluent and stable residential property tax base in the Hartford metropolitan area; Very strong household income levels and extremely strong per capita market values; Historically stable financial performance, good reserves, and strong financial management practices; and Low-to-moderate debt burden with rapid amortization. The town's full faith and credit pledge secures the bonds. We understand that bond proceeds will finance various capital improvement projects. West Hartford, with an estimated 64,400 residents, is a
