January 8th, 2026 Northampton County Council Meeting

The Northampton County Council held a meeting on January 8, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and resolutions. The Council recognized January 2026 as National Blood Donor Awareness Month and discussed potential county outreach to support local blood drives in partnership with Miller-Keystone Blood Center. Additionally, the Council adopted a resolution for compliance with Pennsylvania Act 106, designating the Director of Administration as the county's risk manager and approving insurance coverage adjustments, including increasing the wire transfer bond from $4 million to $5 million. The meeting also included updates on the Gracedale Advisory Committee, highlighting financial and staffing challenges and potential budget amendments for 2026. The Council unanimously approved all motions and resolutions related to procurement and risk management during the session.