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Coolbaugh Township
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Address
Coolbaugh Township Supervisors
5520 Municipal Drive
Tobyhanna, PA 18466
United States
Email
emasker@coolbaughtwp.org
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Fax
School District
Tax Rate
4.52 mills
Coolbaugh Township is a sprawling, diverse municipality located in northern Monroe County, Pennsylvania, known for its wooded landscapes, lakeside communities, and proximity to major Pocono attractions. It’s one of the largest and most populous townships in the county, offering a mix of residential neighborhoods, recreational areas, and military infrastructure.
🗺️ Geographic & Civic Overview
- Incorporated: 1794
- Area: ~88 square miles (227 km²), with ~2% water coverage
- Elevation: ~1,739 feet (530 m) — one of the higher elevations in Monroe County
- Population: 20,805 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
🏞️ Communities & Features
- Tobyhanna: A major unincorporated community within the township, often confused with Tobyhanna Township (which is separate)
- Arrowhead Lake & Pocono Lake: Popular residential and vacation areas with strong short-term rental activity
- Gouldsboro: Partially within township boundaries
- Tobyhanna State Park: Offers hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing in a pristine forest setting
- Tobyhanna Army Depot: A key employer and federal facility, also designated a Superfund site due to past contamination concerns
🏘️ Demographics & Culture
- Diverse Population: Includes significant African American and Hispanic communities
- Median Age: ~37.4 years
- Household Size: Average of 2.95 people
- Short-Term Rentals: Over 800 licensed STRs; permitted in residential zones with inspections, but not allowed in commercial or industrial zones
🛣️ Infrastructure & Governance
- Roads: ~70 miles of township-maintained roads
- Government: Managed by a five-member Board of Supervisors
- Recent Projects: Route 196 safety improvements and STR regulation updates
🌄 Regional Identity
Coolbaugh Township is a dynamic blend of Appalachian forest heritage, military-industrial history, and modern recreational living. Its high elevation and proximity to lakes and parks make it a magnet for both full-time residents and seasonal visitors. The township’s evolving demographic and land-use patterns reflect broader shifts in Monroe County’s identity—from rural retreat to suburbanized Pocono hub.
Short Term Rental Information
Coolbaugh Township is a popular STR location as the township allows for short-term rentals in residential zoning areas with necessary permits and inspections. There are more than 800 Short-term Rental Licenses issued in the township. STR is not allowed in Commercial or Industrial zoned areas. Arrowhead Lake, Pocono Lake and other communities indicate that the practice is allowed, see Coolbaugh Township’s Short-term Rental Rules for more details. See short term rental rules and regulations below or apply here.
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Coolbaugh Township News
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 2825 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 002590 CIVIL 2024 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Public Hearing, Work Session and Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 19, 2024 will be held beginning at 6:00 PM at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. To view the meeting agenda, please visit our website at:
https://coolbaughtwp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/111924-Public-Meeting-Packet.pdf
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Budget Meeting scheduled for Sunday, November 17, 2024 will be held beginning at 10:00 AM at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. To view the meeting agenda, please visit our website at:
https://coolbaughtwp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/111724-Budget-Work-Session-Agenda.pdf
He also served as chair of the Monroe County Planning Commission, as a Coolbaugh Township supervisor, and as a Pennsylvania Deputy Game Protector.
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
NOTICE is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been given in the Estate of Zenta V. Matson, late of Coolbaugh Twp., Monroe County , Pennsylvania, who died on August 8, 2017. All persons indebted to said Estate are required to make payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to the Administrator, Kevin Ryan, c/o Scott Hampton, Esquire, Weber Gallagher 201 Penn Avenue Suite 400 Scranton 18503.
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 001126 CIVIL 2024, I, Nick Cirranello , Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 5913 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 008169 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello , Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 1679 CIVIL 2022 I, Nick Cirranello , Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 006844 CIVIL 2022 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 688 CIVIL 2023, I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to public sale in the Monroe County Courthouse, Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
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Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Milton B. Woodley Late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, February 10, 2019 (deceased date).
Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY FORTY-THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA : IN RE: 2023 RESPOSITORY TAX SALE : No. 1709 CV 2024 : NOTICE OF TAX SALE OVERBID DISTRIBUTION - COURT HEARING TO: Ralph K. Jackson, Iris E. Jackson, or their heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns; TAKE NOTICE that a Hearing shall be held before the above Court on December 18, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Northeast Regional Office, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA, 570-826-2511. On July 26, 2024, the Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP/Department) received a Water Obstruction and Encroachment Joint Permit application for the Pocono Mountains Corporate Center North Warehouse, Tobyhanna, PA, in Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County. The application was deemed administratively complete on August 9, 2024. Written public comments were received during the public comment period.
Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00
NOTICE is hereby given that Letters of Administration have been given in the Estate of Zenta V. Matson, late of Coolbaugh Twp., Monroe County , Pennsylvania, who died on August 8, 2017. All persons indebted to said Estate are required to make payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to the Administrator, Kevin Ryan, c/o Scott Hampton, Esquire, Weber Gallagher 201 Penn Avenue Suite 400 Scranton 18503.
Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 008169 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello , Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 1679 CIVIL 2022 I, Nick Cirranello , Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 688 CIVIL 2023, I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to public sale in the Monroe County Courthouse, Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 5913 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 001126 CIVIL 2024, I, Nick Cirranello , Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.