Redevelopment Authority Of The County Of Monroe

The Redevelopment Authority of the County of Monroe was officially incorporated by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on May 24, 1955. Its first meeting was held on December 9, 1955, where Rev. Roger C. Stimpson was elected Chairman, Dale H. Learn as Vice-Chairman, and Attorney Elmer D. Christine as Secretary. The Authority quickly set to work on the county’s first major initiative: the Lincoln Avenue Renewal Area in East Stroudsburg. This urban renewal project transformed a flood-ravaged neighborhood into a viable area for commercial and industrial development.

Over the next 25 years, the Redevelopment Authority led several key projects, including the Cortland Street Urban Renewal Area in East Stroudsburg, the Stofflet Street Urban Renewal Area in Stroudsburg Borough, the Cortland Plaza Renewal Area, and the North Kistler Street Area Program. These efforts focused on eliminating blight, adding new housing units, and strengthening infrastructure across the region.

Today, the Redevelopment Authority of Monroe County remains committed to fostering sustainable growth through strategic planning, revitalization efforts, and community-focused development. We continue to evolve to meet the changing needs of our residents and businesses, while building on a legacy of resilience and renewal.