Council approves three public-works appointments, a zoning reappointment and permits for two community events

The Borough of Northampton council approved several routine personnel appointments and event permits at its most recent meeting.

Appointments and reappointments - The council approved the appointment of Matt Ackerman as light equipment operator, effective 02/05/2026. The interview committee that recommended the hire included the assistant borough manager, the public works supervisor and the crew chief. - Colin Gerstenberg was approved as parks and pool foreman, effective 02/06/2026 (motion by Miss Solomon, seconded and approved by voice vote). - Josh Abraham was approved as the next public works crew chief, effective 02/06/2026 (motion by Mr. Stone, seconded by Mr. Hall; approved by voice vote). - Tiffany Crush was reappointed to the Zoning Hearing Board for a four-year term that will expire on 12/31/2029 (motion by Miss Sullivan; approved by voice vote).

Permits - The council granted the Northampton Exchange Club permission to hold its annual Northampton Community Days Fair through Saturday, 07/18/2026; the meeting record states the event will run from a Wednesday in July through Saturday, 07/18/2026 but does not specify the exact Wednesday start date (motion by Mr. Knauth; approved). - Organizers of Wheels on the Canal were granted use of Canal Street Park for a car show on Saturday, 05/16/2026 with a rain date of Sunday, 05/17/2026 (motion by Mr. Blazic; seconded by Mr. Kennard; approved). Council members asked logistical questions about use of a trailer/van on-site and restroom access.

Votes at a glance All listed motions passed by voice vote with the clerk announcing "the ayes have it." The meeting record does not include roll-call vote tallies for these items.