The Fisc

New website strengthens transparency and supports long-term capital planning

(SOUTH BEND, IN – January 27, 2026) – St. Joseph County, Indiana has partnered with BondLink to launch a new investor relations website designed to enhance transparency, strengthen financial communications, and provide streamlined access to the County’s financial information for municipal investors, analysts, and the public.

The new platform - www.sjcindianabonds.com - serves as a centralized hub for key disclosures, including financial reports, bond program details, capital planning updates, news stories, and official documents related to the County’s debt portfolio. By consolidating these materials in one modern, easy-to-navigate site, the County aims to improve accessibility, consistency, and engagement with the capital markets.

“This new platform helps us present our financial information more clearly and efficiently to the investment community,” said John H. Murphy, County Auditor for St. Joseph County. “Transparency and strong communication are essential components of sound fiscal management. This site allows us to better showcase the policies, planning, and stewardship that support the County’s financial stability.”

St. Joseph County employs a disciplined approach to capital planning and debt management, using a mix of general obligation bonds, lease rental revenue bonds, and redevelopment district bonds to maintain flexibility and manage risk. In 2025, S&P upgraded the County’s general obligation rating to AA- with a stable outlook, citing strengthened budgetary practices, fiscal policies, and long-term planning.

Behind the scenes, BondLink will also provide the County’s finance team with internal tools to organize disclosures, manage debt-related content, and maintain accurate, up-to-date information as the County continues to support essential services and invest in infrastructure.

“St. Joseph County has clearly prioritized long-term planning and responsible financial management,” said Colin MacNaught, CEO and co-founder of BondLink. “We’re proud to support their ongoing efforts to communicate more effectively with investors and provide a single, transparent view of their capital program.”

Municipal investors and community members can explore St. Joseph County’s new investor relations website at www.sjcindianabonds.com.

ABOUT ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA

St. Joseph County, Indiana, located in the northern region of the state with South Bend as the county seat, was established in 1830. With a population of nearly 274,000 residents, the County is one of Indiana’s largest and is a key hub in the Michiana region. The County has a diversified economy with major employment sectors in manufacturing, healthcare, higher education, and technology, anchored by institutions such as the University of Notre Dame, large health systems, and a broad mix of industrial employers. The local economy continues to benefit from stable population growth, strong regional connectivity, and targeted economic development initiatives that support business expansion and new investment.

ABOUT BONDLINK

BondLink, a cloud-based investor relations and debt management platform for the municipal bond market, helps issuers engage more bond investors through transparency and actionable insights. Founded by CEO Colin MacNaught, BondLink went live in 2016 and has supported issuers in raising more than $70 billion in bonds. The company is backed by leading municipal bond market investors, including Intercontinental Exchange and Franklin Templeton, and has been named to the GovTech 100 list for seven consecutive years. Headquartered in Boston, BondLink empowers issuers to streamline their financing programs and provide investors with the critical data they need to make informed decisions.