Pennsylvania Statutes Title 11 Pa.C.S.A. Cities § 11901.2. Contracts or purchases not in excess of base amount of $18,500

(1) The purchases or contracts shall be evidenced by note or memorandum in writing, signed by the officer or employee making the purchase or contract.

(2) Council, or the officer designated by council, shall approve all purchases or contracts, except council need not approve those purchases or contracts within the category of small or routine purchases or incidental expenses, as defined by ordinance.