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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
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 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: http://coolbaughtwp.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/120225-Public-Meeting-Packet.pdf
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:00:00
Estate of William G. Francis NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters Administration have been granted in the Estate of William G. Francis, late of the Township of Coolbaugh, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, who died on February 11, 2025. All persons indebted to said estate are required to make payment and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Diane Dooling, Administratrix, c/o Erik N. Dingle, Esquire. Erik N. Dingle, Esquire 458 Wyoming Avenue, Suite 201 Kingston, PA 18704 November 14, 21, 28, December 5 2025 LSOM0405313
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:00:00
CIVIL ACTION LAW COURT OF COMMON PLEAS MONROE COUNTY Number 003723-CV-2023 Citizens Bank, N.A. v. Jillianne Richardson, Ashley J.
COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities say a 58-year-old woman died in a Monroe County fire Thursday night. In a release sent out Friday, the Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department says they were called to the 2000 block of Locust Ridge Road in Coolbaugh Township for a reported structure fire Thursday night. Officers say [...]
COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Monroe County Communications Center confirmed that the coroner was called to the scene of an evening fire in Monroe County. Officials say that crews were called to the 2000 block of Locust Ridge Road for a reported structure fire just before 6:00 p.m. It is unknown how many people died [...]
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Tobyhanna Township Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing at the Tobyhanna Township Municipal Building, 105 Government Center Way, Pocono Pines, PA 18350, on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of hearing the following: APPLICANT Daniel Seip of 4129 Firefly Court, Pocono Lake, PA 18347 seeks front yard dimensional variance of 18 ft. to construct a single-family dwelling 30 ft. in width x 24 ft. depth and 29 ft.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE OF ALFRED J. DIFRANCO (a/k/a Alfio DiFranco), late of Coolbaugh Twp., (died September 10, 2025), Rachel DiFranco, Executrix; Qiana Murphy Lehman, Esquire, Lehman Law, PC, 480 Pierce Street, Suite 211, Kingston, PA 18704. November 26, December 3, 102025 LSOM0411607
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The Coolbaugh Township Parks and Recreation meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 6:30pm has been canceled.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00
TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE The Township of Tobyhanna Fiscal Year 2026 Proposed Budget will be available for public review beginning Monday, November 24, 2025 on the Township website www.tobyhannatownshippa.gov, also during regular business hours at the Township of Tobyhanna Government Center Building, 105 Government Center Way, Pocono Pines, Monroe County, Pennsylvania and at the Clymer Library, 115 Firehouse Road, Pocono Pines, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00
Any qualified Coolbaugh Township resident, wanting to be considered to serve in the following positions should send a letter of interest by Tuesday, December 23, 2025 to the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors, 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania 18466. The Environmental Advisory Council has one term expiring on December 31, 2028. The Parks and Recreation Commission has one term expiring on December 31, 2030.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00
NOTICE Coolbaugh Township 2026 Proposed Budget The Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Proposed 2026 Budget has been completed and is open for public inspection at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center, 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm Monday through Friday.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Georgina Ruggiero , late of Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
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Coolbaugh Township is out in the community—donating to local food pantries and collecting personal hygiene items at the Municipal Center to help local families in need. The cost of this community initiative was generously sponsored by the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors, who are dedicated to supporting our residents through meaningful action.
Donations of the following hygiene items, which will be distributed to local pantries are being accepted through December 5th at the Municipal Center:
Toilet paper 🧻
Deodorant 🧴
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VFW Post 509 will be hosting Thanksgiving Dinner for Veterans and Community Members and their families at the Post located at 1917 Goodwin Street, Tobyhanna on Thursday, November 27, 2025 from 11am-5pm. Please see the attached flyer for more details. Happy Holidays!
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Help support our community this holiday season! We’re collecting essential hygiene products to distribute to local food pantries — and your generosity can make a real difference.
📍 Drop-off Location:
Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center
5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA
🕗 Drop-off Hours:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (closed on holidays)
Collection runs for the next two weeks.
💧 Items Needed:
• Toilet Paper (4 packs or individually wrapped rolls)
• Single Boxes of Tissues
• Shampoo and Conditioner
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00
Pocono Record Notice of Intent to Remediate to an Environmental Standard & Notification of a Final Report Submission. (Sections 302(e)(1)(ii), 303(h)(1)(ii), 304(n)(1)(i), and 305(c)(1)) Pursuant to the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act, the act of May 19, 1995, P.L. 4, No.
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Work Session, Public Hearing(s) and Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 18, 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: http://coolbaughtwp.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/111825-Public-Packet.pdf
Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Georgina Ruggiero , late of Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 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 7157 CV 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 4, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Budget Meeting scheduled for Sunday, November 16, 2025 will be held beginning at 10AM 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/2025/11/111625-Budget-Work-Session-Agenda.pdf
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00
Wayne Hobbs, Deceased. Late of Coolbaugh Twp., Monroe County, PA. D.O.D. 8/12/25. 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 Kevin L. Hobbs, Executor, 34 S. Woodlawn Ave., Aldan, PA 19018. Atty.: Stephen V. Bottiglieri, Toscani, Stathes & Zoeller, LLC, 899 Cassatt Rd., #320, Berwyn, PA 19312
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00
LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TRANSFER OF LIQUOR LICENSE COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on November 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Building, 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania 18466. The purpose of the hearing is to consider and possibly approve the application and request of Shree Lakshmi Krupa, LLC for the approval of an intermunicipal transfer of Liquor License No.