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Mount Pocono Borough

Address

1361 Pocono Boulevard, Suite 100
Mount Pocono, PA 18344
United States

Email
mduffy@mtpoconoboro.org
Tax Rate
6.50 mills

Mount Pocono Borough is a compact yet vibrant municipality located in central Monroe County, Pennsylvania, often considered the commercial and geographic heart of the Pocono Mountains. With its elevated terrain, resort history, and strategic location, Mount Pocono blends small-town charm with regional significance.


🏞️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot

  • Incorporated: 1927
  • Area: ~3.46 square miles (8.95 km²), all land
  • Elevation: ~1,988 feet (606 m) — one of the highest points in the Poconos
  • Population: 3,089 (2020 Census)
  • ZIP Code: 18344

🏘️ Character & Community

  • Historic Resort Town: Once a major stop on the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad, Mount Pocono flourished as a summer resort destination in the late 19th and early 20th centuries
  • Downtown Core: Pocono Boulevard serves as the borough’s main artery, lined with shops, restaurants, and civic buildings
  • Residential Mix: Includes older homes, newer developments, and multi-family housing, reflecting both its resort legacy and modern growth

🛣️ Infrastructure & Access

  • Highway Nexus: Centrally located at the junction of Routes 611, 940, and 196, making it a key transit point for Monroe County
  • Transit: Served by Monroe County Transit Authority’s Pocono Pony system
  • Short-Term Rentals: Permitted in R-3, C-1, and C-2 zones; not allowed in R-2 as of October 2023 ordinance update

🎡 Culture & Events

  • Pocono Mountain Carnival: A beloved annual event featuring rides, games, and community spirit
  • Youth & Recreation: Recently awarded a national grant to launch a youth mentoring program and expanded its parks and recreation offerings

🌄 Regional Identity

Mount Pocono is often seen as the gateway to the high Poconos, offering panoramic views, access to nearby resorts like Camelback and Kalahari, and a central location for commerce and tourism. Its blend of elevation, history, and accessibility makes it a unique borough with outsized influence in Monroe County.

Short Term Rental Information

Short-term rentals are only allowed in R-3, C-1 and C-2 zoning districts. The ordinance was updated in October 2023 to remove new licenses in R-2.  See permit application below.

Mount Pocono News

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00

VEHICLE AUCTION 12-24-2025 The following vehicles will be held for auction at Eds Towing & auto Service, 206Sterling Rd Mount Pocono PA 18344. 2024 Chevrolet 1500 VIN 3GCNDAED8RG261560 2007 Ford F150 VIN 1FTPW14537fb64777 Auction Date 02-24-2025 at 9am. We reserve the right to refuse any and all bids. Title will follow paperwork from Harrisburg. December 21, 22, 23, 24 2025 LSOM0426464

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00

VEHICLE AUCTION 12-29-2025 The following vehicle will be held for auction at Ed's Towing & Auto Service, 206 Sterling Rd Mount Pocono PA 18344. 2019 Kia Sporatge VIN KNDPNCAC9K7552746 Auction date 02-29-2025 at 9am. We reserve the right to refuse any andall bids. Title will follow paperwork from Harrisburg. December 22, 23, 24, 26, 29 2025 LSOM0427332

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00

VEHICLE AUCTION 12-24-2025 The following vehicles will be held for auction at Eds Towing & auto Service, 206Sterling Rd Mount Pocono PA 18344. 2024 Chevrolet 1500 VIN 3GCNDAED8RG261560 2007 Ford F150 VIN 1FTPW14537fb64777 Auction Date 02-24-2025 at 9am. We reserve the right to refuse any and all bids. Title will follow paperwork from Harrisburg. December 21, 22, 23, 24 2025 LSOM0426464

Successful Start for Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program

The first year of the Grow PA program to help connect young people to in-demand careers in Pennsylvania have been a tremendous success, according to statistics from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA).

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.

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(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

Age

49

Race

Black

Gender

Hello Mount Pocono Residents! 😁 The Borough is looking to fill vacancies for a few committees. Submit your letter of interest today and be a part of the change you want to see in the growing community of Mount Pocono Borough.

Watch the full speech of President Trump in Mt Airy Casino in Mt Pocono. 

MOUNT POCONO, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— President Donald Trump will speak Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. at Mount Airy Casino and Resort. However, not everyone outside Mount Airy Resort is happy with the president. Just down the road, a protest was set up to send a clear message to Mr. Trump about their disapproval of his administration. 28/22 [...]

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump will road-test his claims that he's tackling Americans' affordability woes at a Tuesday rally in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania — shifting an argument made in Oval Office appearances and social media posts to a campaign-style event. The trip comes as polling consistently shows that public trust in Trump's economic leadership [...]

Mount Pocono Active Transportation Plan – We Want to Hear From You!

Mount Pocono Borough is developing its first Active Transportation Plan to improve walking, biking, and accessibility throughout the community. Your experiences and ideas are essential in shaping safer streets and stronger connections for residents of all ages and abilities.

Brown Honored by State Farm with Good Neighbor Auto Safety Champion Award

I am truly honored to share that State Farm has selected me as one of only four nationwide recipients with the 2025 State Farm Good Neighbor Auto Safety Champion Award.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate ofFlorence R. Milo Late of Paradise Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, died on August 31, 2021.

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 3052 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, December 4, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.

MOUNT POCONO, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In the Poconos, traffic wasn't terrible in Mount Pocono's five-point intersection. There were lots of cars on the roadway as the snow fell. 28/22 News crews say it was very windy and the snow was falling at a decent rate. If you take any pictures or videos of the [...]

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PA 75 3802D1I - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE - CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
PA 75 3802 D2 DUI DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (M)
PA 35 780-113 A16 - POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
(1 COUNT) 35 780-113(A)(32) POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
PA 75 3309 - DRIVING IN A SINGLE LANE

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Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00

Public take notice NOTICE OF SALE Take notice that on Sunday November 16, 2025 at 11 o'clock am, a public sale of the contents of Unit 003*Jeffrey Liedke, Unit 081*Michele Beransen, Unit 338*Carl Blackman and Unit 387*Sean Raines-McDaniel. Contents are being sold to satisfy the owner's lien pursuant to the Pennsylvania Self-Service Storage Facility Act. All sales are final. Cash, credit card or bank checks only. Property will be sold as is, at Mount Pocono Self Storage, P.O. Box 759, Mount Pocono, PA 18344.

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00

Public take notice NOTICE OF SALE Take notice that on Sunday November 16, 2025 at 11 o'clock am, a public sale of the contents of Unit 003*Jeffrey Liedke, Unit 081*Michele Beransen, Unit 338*Carl Blackman and Unit 387*Sean Raines-McDaniel. Contents are being sold to satisfy the owner's lien pursuant to the Pennsylvania Self-Service Storage Facility Act. All sales are final. Cash, credit card or bank checks only. Property will be sold as is, at Mount Pocono Self Storage, P.O. Box 759, Mount Pocono, PA 18344.

Halloween hours are 5pm-8pm

The post What are the Halloween Hours? appeared first on Mount Pocono, PA.

MOUNT POCONO, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Crews spent hours fighting an overnight fire at a former restaurant in Monroe County on Sunday. According to the Monroe County Communications Center, a call for a fire at the former Bailey's Rib and Steakhouse came in around midnight on Sunday. Multiple fire stations responded to the call. Officials [...]

Mount Pocono is one of just 11 communities awarded the WalkWorks grant. 

Which will improve Walking and Biking Networks, and Boost Physical Activity!

Click the link to read more!

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Mount Pocono Borough Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, October 14th, 2025, beginning at 6:00 P.M. at the Mount Pocono Borough Municipal Building, 1361 Pocono Boulevard, Suite 100, Mount Pocono, PA 18344 to consider the request for Variance relief from Sections 215-20A(2), 215-22D, 215-22F, and 215-126 of the Zoning Ordinance. The requested relief is associated with the ongoing land development review process for the expansion of an existing public facility use.

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:00:00

Estate of Patricia C.

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PMSD Calendar

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EHS Biology Keystone Testing -
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EHS Make-up Keystone Testing -
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Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 4 Spring Chorus Concert -
Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 5 Spring Chorus Concert -
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