Council adopts ordinance updating Knox Box rapid-entry requirements
September 05, 2025 | Borough of Northampton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania
This article was created by AI summarizing key points discussed. AI makes mistakes, so for full details and context, please refer to the video of the full meeting. Please report any errors so we can fix them. Report an error »
The Northampton Borough Council on Sept. 2 adopted Ordinance 12-40, which amends the borough code (Part 2 General Legislation, Chapter 196) pertaining to rapid-entry systems often referred to as Knox Boxes.
The mayor or presiding member said the ordinance “was advertised at the August 7 meeting” and that the amendment would revise Knox Box requirements for certain structures. Council member Kenny Hall moved to approve Ordinance 12-40 and a second was recorded; council approved the ordinance by an affirmative voice vote.
No council member requested additional amendments during the meeting. The ordinance was presented as advertised and no public testimony on this ordinance is recorded in the meeting transcript.
The mayor or presiding member said the ordinance “was advertised at the August 7 meeting” and that the amendment would revise Knox Box requirements for certain structures. Council member Kenny Hall moved to approve Ordinance 12-40 and a second was recorded; council approved the ordinance by an affirmative voice vote.
No council member requested additional amendments during the meeting. The ordinance was presented as advertised and no public testimony on this ordinance is recorded in the meeting transcript.
Don't Miss a Word: See the Full Meeting!
Go beyond summaries. Unlock every video, transcript, and key insight with a Founder Membership.
✓
Get instant access to full meeting videos
✓
Search and clip any phrase from complete transcripts
✓
Receive AI-powered summaries & custom alerts
✓
Enjoy lifetime, unrestricted access to government data
30-day money-back guarantee
