Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Barbara Smith Possinger, a/k/a Barbara S. Possinger, late of Stroud Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Jackson Township
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Address
2162 Route 715
PO Box 213
Reeders, PA 18352
United States
Email
info@jacksontwp-pa.gov
Phone
Fax
School District
Tax Rate
1.84 mills
Jackson Township is a scenic and steadily growing municipality in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, nestled in the Pocono Mountains region. Known for its mix of wooded hills, residential communities, and recreational assets, it offers a balance of rural charm and modern convenience.
đď¸ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
- Area: ~29.9 square miles (77.4 km²), with less than 2% water coverage
- Elevation: ~1,106 feet (337 m)
- Population: 6,578 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
đď¸ Communities & Features
- Reeders: The central village and location of township offices
- Big Pocono State Park: Partially located within the township, offering panoramic views from Camelback Mountain and access to hiking, skiing, and wildlife
- Camelback Resort: A major regional attraction for skiing, waterparks, and mountain adventures
đŁď¸ Infrastructure & Planning
- Roads: Includes Route 715 and access to Route 611, connecting to Stroudsburg and Mount Pocono
- Short-Term Rentals: As of 2023, not permitted in residential or industrial zones; allowed only in Recreation/Commercial, Commercial Conservation, and Village Districts with proper licensing
đ§ Demographics & Culture
- Median Age: ~46.9 years
- Household Size: Average of 2.80 people
- Diversity: 73% White, 11% African American, 12% Hispanic or Latino, with growing multicultural representation
- Median Household Income: ~$56,659; Family income ~$94,648
đ Regional Identity
Jackson Township is a place where Pocono recreation meets residential stability. Its proximity to Camelback Mountain and Big Pocono State Park makes it a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts, while its zoning policies and infrastructure reflect a community focused on sustainable growth and quality of life.
Short Term Rental Information
In January 2023, Jackson Township updated its short-term rental rules and excluded the Residential and Industrial zoning areas from being eligible for new STR licenses. Short-term rentals are allowed in the Recreation/Commercial District, Commercial District Conservation District and Village Districts of Jackson Township. No new STR licenses are being issued in residential districts, those with existing STR licenses AND a Certificate of Non-Conformance will be âgrandfathered in.â Details on Jackson Townshipâs new STR rules are readily available from the township.
Jackson Township News
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00
Sheriffâs 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 1167 CIVIL 2020 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, July 31, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.
David Frantz, Jr.
David Frantz, Jr. was arraigned today by Magistrate Richard White charged with two counts of Receiving Stolen Property.
Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00
Public Notice Notice of Schedule Change â Jackson Township Board of Supervisors July Work Session Please be advised that the Jackson Township Board of Supervisors has rescheduled the Work Session originally set for July 3, 2025. The meeting will now take place on Tuesday July 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, located at 2162 Route 715 South, Reeders, PA. Renee Miller Township Secretary
Thu, 19 Jun 2025 00:00:00
Public Notice Notice of Schedule Change â Jackson Township Board of Supervisors July Work Session Please be advised that the Jackson Township Board of Supervisors has rescheduled the Work Session originally set for July 3, 2025. The meeting will now take place on Tuesday July 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, located at 2162 Route 715 South, Reeders, PA. Renee Miller Township Secretary Publication date: June 19, 2025
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Jackson Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, beginning at 5:00 P.M., at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, 2162 Route 715, Reeders, Pennsylvania 18352. The purpose of the hearing is to consider Fall Spring Creek, LLCâs application for conditional use approval to construct a solar array on two parcels with a combined acreage of 54.79 acres in the R-1 zoning district.
Golden Slipper Road is set to close next week for nearly two months.
Bright orange detour signs are posted, giving drivers a heads up a closure is coming to Golden Slipper Road in Pocono Township.
People who live in the Barton Glen community that is connected to Golden Slipper Road are bracing for a long two months of construction.
"There's a lot of traffic that goes up Golden Slipper Road, so it's going to affect a lot of people," said Allison Quinn.
"There are 350 homes in the development, and it's their lifeline," said resident Craig Wortman.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00
CIVIL ACTION COURT OF COMMON PLEAS MONROE COUNTY, PA CIVIL ACTION-LAW NO. 006894-CV-2023 NOTICE OF ACTION IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WINTRUST MORTGAGE, A DIVISION OF BARRINGTON BANK & TRUST COMPANY, N.A., Plaintiff v.
Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:00:00
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Jackson Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, beginning at 5:00 P.M., at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, 2162 Route 715, Reeders, Pennsylvania 18352. The purpose of the hearing is to consider Fall Spring Creek, LLCâs application for conditional use approval to construct a solar array on two parcels with a combined acreage of 54.79 acres in the R-1 zoning district.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00
Sheriffâs 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 007713 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, June 26, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 30 May 2025 00:00:00
Sheriffâs 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 007713 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, June 26, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.
Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Nancy Swingle Fritz aka Nancy E. Fritz, late of Jackson Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00
Sheriffâs 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 007713 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, June 26, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.
Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Nancy Swingle Fritz aka Nancy E. Fritz, late of Jackson Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Supporting Home Improvement Without an Immediate Tax Increase
1. A Hobby of Yours?
Reading and watching movies
2. Accomplishment Youâre Proud Of?
When I made varsity cheer
3. Favorite Food?
Broccoli cheddar mac and cheese and pasta
4. One Of Your Favorite Songs?
Sidelines â Phoebe Bridges
5. Your Ethnicity?
Trini and Puerto Rican
6. 1 Thing You Canât Live Without?
My vaseline
7. Any Fears?
Bugs
Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Nancy Swingle Fritz aka Nancy E. Fritz, late of Jackson Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary on the Estate of Edna Z. Sensenig, late of the Township of Jackson, County of Lebanon, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased, have been granted to the undersigned Executor. All persons, thereof indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having just claims, will please present the same, duly authenticated, for settlement, without delay. Barton M. Sensenig 217 East Reistville Road Myerstown, PA 17067 Kenneth C.
Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Nancy L. Rexroth a/k/a Nancy Rexroth, Late of Jackson Township, York County, Pennsylvania, Deceased. Letters Testamentary have been granted on the above estate to the undersigned. All persons indebted thereto are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims against the estate shall make them known without delay to the undersigned at 340 Pine Grove Commons, York, PA 17403. Executor: David L. Wood Attorney: Joy L. Kolodzi Elder Law Firm of Robert Clofine
Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA COUNTY OF MONROE NOTICE OF A MUNICIPAL PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD TUESDAY MAY 20 2025 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 7 00AM TO 8 00PM Prevailing Time THE VOTERS OF MONROE COUNTY In pursuance of the provisions of the Constitution and the Election Laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania we the County Board of Elections of Monroe County do hereby make known and give notice to the electors of said Monroe County that a Municipal Primary Election will be held in the said County of Monroe on Tuesday May 20 2025 To see sample ballots please visit www m
Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00
TREVOR TASETANO Constable 6 Year Term Vote for One REPUBLICAN SHIRLEY BOYER Tobyhanna Eastern Tobyhanna Western Constable 6 Year Term Vote for One KAREN STYLIANIDES SUSAN NEILAN Tunkhannock East Tunkhannock West SARAH SELENSKI AUBREY KAREN MCCONOMY DONNA SHANNON NELLIE D GORDON MARK BAYLIS RICHARD READE JAMES M SHEA BRIDGET M SHANLEY DOUGLAS LIGHTBODY WENDY MABEL HELLER BRIA R ORLEY BARBARA DOLHANSKY JULIE DEVUONO LESLIE A FUNDAKOWSKI PENNEY WARREN Judge of Election 4 Year Term Vote for One DEMOCRATIC Barrett One Inspector of Election 4 Year Term Vote for One DEMOC
Fri, 09 May 2025 00:00:00
Sheriffâs 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 6823 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, May 29, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 09 May 2025 00:00:00
Sheriffâs 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 005267 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, May 29, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.
The 2025 primary elections are fast approaching and are set to take place on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
The following seats are open for Monroe County: Court of Common Pleas, Magisterial Judge, Judge of the Superior Court, Coroner, Stroudsburg School Director at Large, Judge of the Commonwealth Court, Treasurer, Council Member, Tax Collector, Judge of Election, Inspector of Election, and Mayor.