Press Release

Fairfield County Bank Corp. Earns
54th Consecutive  5-Star Rating

May, 2005 - BAUERFINANCIAL Inc. is proud to announce that Fairfield County Bank Corp. has earned a 5-Star Superior rating.  This marks the 54th consecutive quarter that Fairfield County Bank Corp. has achieved this honor, giving it added distinction as an “Exceptional Performance Bank”. The 5-Star rating recognizes Fairfield County Bank Corp.’s continual Superior performance and strength based on an evaluation of the most recent financial data filed by the bank with federal regulators and analyzed by BAUERFINANCIAL.

“Other banks may be larger, but few can match Fairfield County Bank Corp.’s superior strength and performance, “ said Karen Dorway, president of the research firm.  “FDIC Chairman Donald Powell recently stated, ‘No one is better than community banks at understanding their customers’ needs, especially the unique needs of small businesses and consumers.’  “You can understand how community banks, like Fairfield County Bank Corp., continue to come out on top,” Ms. Dorway concluded.

Established in 1871, Fairfield County Bank Corp. includes the divisions of Ridgefield Bank and Fairfield County Bank and operates 16 offices in Darien, Fairfield, Georgetown, Norwalk, Ridgefield, Rowayton, Westport and Wilton. 

BAUERFINANCIAL Inc., Coral Gables, Florida, is the nation’s leading independent bank rating firm.  It has been reporting on and analyzing the performance of U.S. banks, thrifts and credit unions since 1984. Consumers may obtain free star-ratings by calling 800-388-6686 or visiting  www.bauerfinancial.com.



 


       
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