The downgrade is based on several factors, including the district’s narrow liquidity and weak balance sheet. The rating is supported by the district’s large tax base.
Moody’s has assigned a negative outlook, reflecting projected weak financial performance indicated on the district’s 2015 unaudited financial and 2016 budget.
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