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Boost in Flathead County's credit rating results in savings on jail project

by HANNAH SHIELDS
Daily Inter Lake/Report for America | April 16, 2026 12:00 AM

A bump in Flathead County's credit rating resulted in lower-than-expected property tax increases to cover the $95 million in bonds needed for the new county jail.  

As part of the bond financing process, Flathead County’s underlying credit rating from S&P Global improved from “AA” to “AA+” on sustained financial strength and an expanding economy, according to county officials.  

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