POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— One church in the Poconos is celebrating a milestone anniversary in a big way. Founded in 1866, Cherry Lane United Methodist Church near Tannersville began with very humble beginnings. The church got a facelift in 2002 to keep up with the times, but kept the original bell and stained glass. [...]
Pocono Township
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Address
112 Township Drive
Tannersville, PA 18372
United States
Email
jgambino@poconopa.gov
Phone
Fax
School District
Tax Rate
3.87 mills
Pocono Township is a dynamic and strategically located municipality in central Monroe County, Pennsylvania, serving as a commercial and recreational hub in the Pocono Mountains. With its mix of natural beauty, tourism infrastructure, and growing residential zones, it’s one of the most visible and visited townships in the region.
🗺️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
- Established: 1816
- Area: ~34.4 square miles (89.1 km²), mostly land
- Elevation: ~961 feet (293 m)
- Population: 10,868 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
🏘️ Communities & Features
- Tannersville: The township’s civic and commercial center, home to the municipal offices and major retail corridors
- Camelback Mountain Resort: A year-round destination for skiing, snowboarding, waterparks, and mountain adventures
- Big Pocono State Park: Located at the summit of Camelback Mountain, offering panoramic views and hiking trails
🏛️ History & Identity
- Railroad Legacy: Like many Pocono communities, Pocono Township grew with the expansion of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad
- Tourism Roots: Its location and elevation made it a natural draw for resorts and vacationers since the 19th century
- Modern Growth: Now a blend of residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and protected natural areas
🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
- Permitted Zones: Allowed only in Commercial (C) and Recreational District (RD) zones
- Restricted Zones: Not permitted in R-1 and R-2 residential zones
- Requirements: Must obtain a change-of-use permit and annual license
🌄 Regional Identity
Pocono Township is often seen as the gateway to the high Poconos, balancing tourism, conservation, and community development. Its proximity to major highways (Routes 611, 715, and I-80) makes it a key transit and economic node, while its natural assets preserve the region’s Appalachian character.
Short Term Rental Information
Short-term rentals or Transient Dwelling Units as they are referred to as in Pocono Township are not allowed in R-1 and R-2 zoning areas in Pocono Township. Short term rentals are only allowed in C (Commercial) zones and RD (Recreational District) zones. An initial change of use permit under zoning and an annual license is required for a Transient Dwelling Unit Permit (STR) See rules and regulations as well as permit application below.
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Pocono Township News
The Pocono Mountain Council of Governments will conduct a public bid opening on April 27, 2026, at 10 am at the Monroe County Public Safety Center in Stroudsburg, PA, to purchase de-icing salt. Interested parties can obtain proposal forms and bid information at the Pocono Township Municipal Building in Tannersville, PA, or by calling 570-629-1922 x 1216. Bids must be submitted by April 24, 2026, at 4:00 pm to the Pocono Township Municipal Building, accompanied by a certified check or bid bond.
The Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing on March 31, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the Pocono Township Municipal Building in Tannersville, Pennsylvania. The hearing pertains to an application by Robert Baxter, representing Gateway Equities LLC, for a dimensional variance at 2177–2185 Route 611, Swiftwater. The variance seeks approval to reduce off-street parking spaces from 32 to 24 due to the presence of an on-lot septic system. The public can review the application at the municipal building, and affected individuals with legal standing can participate.
The Board of Commissioners of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will hold a Public Hearing on April 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Pocono Township Municipal Building.
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) intends to issue Plan Approval 45-00005D to Sanofi Pasteur Inc for their plant in Pocono Township, Monroe County, PA. This approval is for installing a new Egg Waste Dehydration system as part of their vaccine manufacturing process. The system will control VOC emissions with a Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer. The public can review the application and submit comments within 30 days to the DEP. A public hearing may be held based on received comments.
Pocono Township, Monroe County, is inviting online bids for the TLC Park Pedestrian Bridge Replacement Project until 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 6, 2026.
Bids will be publicly read at the Board of Commissioners meeting on the same day at 6:00 p.m.
Bidders must provide a certified check or bid bond, and the successful bidder will need to furnish performance and payment bonds, along with proof of insurance.
The project requires compliance with PA Prevailing Wage requirements and non-discrimination policies.
POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY — A proposed ordinance in Pocono Township could mean fees for businesses that call police too often. The measure is still under review, but township leaders say it's aimed at reducing unnecessary calls and easing pressure on police resources. Pocono Township officials are taking a closer look at how often police [...]
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JAHADA, JAKE E
TITLE 18 2718 A1 STRANGULATION (F2)
(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT
(1 COUNT) HARASSMENT (S)
Age
41
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
5' 11"
Weight
180 lbs
Hair
Blonde
Coughlin, seth Robert
(1 COUNT) FLEEING OR ATTEMPTING TO ELUDE OFFICER (F3)
(1 COUNT) EVADING ARREST OR DETENTION ON FOOT (M2)
(1 COUNT) RESISTING ARREST (M2)
(1 COUNT) OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE (M2)
(1 COUNT) RECKLESSLY ENDANGERING ANOTHER PERSON (M2)
(1 COUNT) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE- GENERAL IMPAIRMENT(M)
JAHADA, JAKE E
(1 COUNT) EVADING ARREST ON FOOT (M2)
18 5104 RESISTING ARREST OR OTHER LAW ENFORCEMENT M2
Age
41
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
5' 11"
Weight
180 lbs
Hair
Blonde
Eyes
JAHADA, JAKE E
EVADING DETENTION ON FOOT & OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE
Age
41
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
5' 11"
Weight
180 lbs
Hair
Blonde
Eyes
Blue
Burke, Eleanor
1 COUNT 3802(C) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL - HIGHEST RATE OF ALCOHOL
Age
47
Race
White
Gender
Female
Retail Theft - Attempting to Identify SuspectDetails
Pendleton, Alexa N
PA 18 2701A1 - SIMPLE ASSAULT
PA 18 2709A1 - HARASSMENT
Age
27
Race
White
Gender
Female
Height
5' 4"
Weight
140 lbs
Hair
Blonde
Eyes
Blue
The Board of Commissioners of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will convene a Public Meeting on March 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Pocono Township Municipal Building in Tannersville. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the adoption of an Ordinance that seeks to amend the Pocono Township Zoning Ordinance by re-zoning eighteen Monroe County Tax Parcels from R-1 Low-Density Residential District to R-2 Medium-Density Residential District. This amendment also includes the repeal of any conflicting ordinances.
An estate notice has been issued for the estate of Elbert E. Berger, who resided in Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, and has passed away.
Cindy L. Berger and Gary P. Berger have been appointed as Co-Executors of the estate.
Individuals who owe money to the estate are required to settle their debts promptly, while those with claims against the estate must submit them to the Co-Executors or their attorney within four months from the notice date.
JAHADA, JAKE E
TITLE 18 2718 A1 STRANGULATION (F2)
(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT
(1 COUNT) HARASSMENT (S)
Age
41
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
5' 11"
Weight
180 lbs
Hair
Blonde
Eyes
PERSING, SEAN R
PA 18 6105 POSSESSION OF FIREARM PROHIBITED (F1)
PA 18 6106 FIREARMS NOT TO BE CARRIED WITHOUT A LICENSE (F3)
(1 COUNT) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (F)
PA 35 780-113 A16 - POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
PA 35 780-113 A32 - POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
PERSING, SEAN R
PA 18 6105 POSSESSION OF FIREARM PROHIBITED (F1)
PA 18 6106 FIREARMS NOT TO BE CARRIED WITHOUT A LICENSE (F3)
(1 COUNT) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (F)
PA 35 780-113 A16 - POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
PA 35 780-113 A32 - POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
Dickerson, Eric J
(1 COUNT) THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING (F3)
TITLE 18 903 CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY (F3)
(1) COUNT BAD CHECKS (M1)
Age
21
Race
Black
Gender
Male
Dabreo, Richard Kazeem
(1) COUNT 6111(G)(4)(II) SALE OR TRANSFER OF FIREARMS (F3) & 4904(B) UNSWORN FALSIFICATION TO AUTHORITIES (M3)
Age
26
Race
Black
Gender
Male
Summary: The Pocono Township Board of Commissioners will convene a special meeting on February 23, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at 205 Old Mill Road, Tannersville. The purpose of the meeting is to address personnel matters and any other township-related business that requires attention. This meeting is crucial for residents as it provides an opportunity to stay informed about decisions impacting the township's operations and personnel.
Gaddy, Matthew
(1 COUNT) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (F)
(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT (M2)
(1 COUNT) RESISTING ARREST (M2)
(1 COUNT) OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE
(1 COUNT) POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (M)
(1 COUNT) POSSESSION OF PARAPHERNALIA
(1 COUNT) HARASSMENT (S)
(1 COUNT) DISORDERLY CONDUCT
& (1 COUNT) PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS (S)