By last year, municipal and fire officials largely saw the move toward paid fire staff as unavoidable owing to recruitment concerns.
Northampton Township calls for tax increase in proposed budget – Bucks Round-Up – December 1, 2025
The preliminary 2026 budget calls for a 2.75-mill real estate tax hike — about $110 more for the average household.
Northampton supervisors vote to create pension fund for fire department – Bucks Round-Up – November 25, 2025
The measure would create a defined-contribution plan eligible for enhanced state support under the Essential Public Safety Worker State Aid Program.