Coolbaugh Township Supervisors
5520 Municipal Drive
Tobyhanna, PA 18466
United States
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.
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.
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.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 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 8001 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, February 26, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 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 002032 CIVIL 2025 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, February 26, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M.
TOBYHANNA TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Crews from several departments are responding to a working structure fire Sunday evening in Tobyhanna Township. Crews led by the Tobyhanna Township Volunteer Fire Company are responding to Pocono Transmissions on Route 115 for a commercial fire, officials say. Firefighters were dispatched around 4:30 p.m. Officials say no one [...]
TOBYHANNA TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two parents were arrested in Monroe County for allegedly assaulting their two 16-year-old children for 11 years. Steven Tilak, 31, and Erika Carter, 31, of Pocono Summit received multiple charges, including strangulation, assault, and endangering welfare of children, for their repeated assaults of their two children, police say. According [...]
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Work Session/ Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 20th, 2026 will be held beginning at 6pm 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/2026/01/012026-Public-Packet.pdff
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:00
George Henry Long, Jr., Deceased. Late of Tobyhanna Twp., Monroe County, PA. D.O.D. 3/19/24. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Linda Ann Long, Executrix, P.O. Box 729, Pocono Pines, PA 18350. Atty.: Kris E. Fendrock, Myers, Brier & Kelly, LLP, 425 Biden St., #200, Scranton, PA 18503
TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Pennsylvania State Police have released details on a fatal crash that occurred along Interstate 380 southbound Thursday night. Troopers responded to a three-car crash just before 9:30 p.m. near Exit 3. Police say the crash occurred when one vehicle broke down in the right lane, prompting another vehicle to crash [...]
I will soon be introducing legislation to strengthen public confidence in local government by establishing a waiting period for municipal elected officials who seek paid employment within the same municipality after leaving office.
TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Officials confirmed that crews are responding to a fatal crash Thursday night along Interstate 380. Monroe County Coroner Tom Yanac stated that his office is responding to a crash along Interstate 380. Officials with the Monroe County Communications center stated that crews responded to I-380 southbound at Exit 3: PA [...]
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The Millpond #1 Ice Harvest is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026 from 9am-2pm at 2071 Lakeside Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. Please see the attached flyer with contact information for the event and remember you can always stay up to date by visiting them on Facebook at: Tobyhanna Ice Harvest
TOBYHANNA, MONROE CO. (WOLF) — The U.S. House has authorized $68 million in funding for improvements at Tobyhanna Army Depot, including a major expansion of its radar test range, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026.
U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan Jr., who represents Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District, announced the funding approval this week, calling it a significant investment in both national defense and northeastern Pennsylvania’s economy.
Gomez, Richard H
(1 COUNT) ACCIDENTS INVOLVING DAMAGE TO ATTENDED PROPERTY (M3)
(1 COUNT) DUTY TO GIVE INFORMATION AND RENDER AID
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56
Race
Hispanic
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Male
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5' 11"
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220 lbs
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Brown
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Reorganizational/ Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday, January 5th, 2026 will be held beginning at 6pm 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/2025/12/010526-Public-Packet.pdf
Season 5, Episode 34 - Flashback to the top 4 episodes of 2025.
Three Monroe County residents are facing multiple felony charges after they were allegedly caught burglarizing a vacant industrial building late Monday night.
Dallas Township Police were dispatched to the former Offset Paperback Manufacturing building around 10:00 P.M. after receiving reports of unauthorized individuals inside the facility. Upon arrival, officers intercepted a vehicle attempting to flee the property.
Inside the vehicle, police discovered a significant amount of evidence, including:
Scrap metal pipes and various industrial tools.
Monroe County's Tax Reassessment Process Continues Majority of Barrett, Coolbaugh, Mount Pocono, Paradise, Price, Tobyhanna and Tunkhannock property owners being sent data mailers
NO VALUES HAVE BEEN ESTABLISHED YET.
Beginning December 18, 2025, owners of residential properties with existing dwellings throughout Monroe County will receive data collection postcards as part of the county's Tax Reassessment Project.
TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Human trafficking is on the rise nationwide, and Pennsylvania is no exception. That's why state lawmakers have passed a bill expanding awareness training in the hospitality industry. 28/22 News reporter Heidi Martens has more on how it is being rolled out in the Poconos. A bill moving through the Pennsylvania [...]
TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE CO. (WOLF) — Data centers could soon become a familiar sight across northeastern Pennsylvania. One Monroe County township is moving forward with a controversial zoning change that residents say threatens the area’s natural identity.
Another meeting with a packed room, as Tobyhanna Township supervisors voted to approve a zoning overlay that allows a data center to be built on land currently zoned rural residential. While municipalities are required to allow for them in zoning, residents in Tobyhanna Township say where they go matters just as much.
WALKER, IVY L
(1 COUNT) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE(M1)
(2 COUNTS) ENDANGERING WELFARE OF CHILDREN (M1)
(1 COUNT) POSSESSION OF SMALL AMOUNT OF MARIJUANA (M)
(1 COUNT) POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (M)
4 SUMMARY TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS
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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, December 16, 2025 will be held beginning at 6pm 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/2025/12/121625-Public-Meeting-Packet-1.pdf
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Zoning Hearing Board of Coolbaugh Township will conduct a public hearing on Friday, December 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal building located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, Coolbaugh Township, Pennsylvania, 18466. The purpose of the hearing is to consider an appeal of a decision of the Zoning Office denying an application for a Non-Conforming Certificate to continue the operation of a short term rental.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Michael John Furlong Sr, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
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Due to the anticipated road closures in our area, this evening's Planning Commission Meeting has been Postponed to next Wednesday, December 17th at 6:30pm. The meeting will be held at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA 18466.