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County proclaims March Procurement Month; Purchasing Department commended for 45‑year NIGP membership
Summary
Lancaster County commissioners proclaimed March 2026 as Procurement Month, citing the Purchasing Department’s 45‑year membership in the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing; Purchasing Director Linda Schreiner thanked the Board.
The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners on March 11 adopted a proclamation designating March 2026 as Procurement Month and recognized the Purchasing Department’s adherence to professional procurement values and its more-than-45-year membership in the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP).
Linda Schreiner, identified in the minutes as Director of Purchasing, thanked the Commissioners for the recognition and expressed appreciation for her team's work and dedication. Commissioner Alice Yoder highlighted procurement’s behind‑the‑scenes role in ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly and noted the department’s longstanding commitment to accountability and transparency.
The proclamation text included several "whereas" clauses describing procurement functions and the department’s role in county government. The Board’s statement is ceremonial and emphasizes professional standards; the minutes do not show new procurement policy or budget adjustments tied to this proclamation.
