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Pocono Township

Address

112 Township Drive
Tannersville, PA 18372
United States

Email
jgambino@poconopa.gov
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.

Pocono Township News

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(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)

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PA 18 3921 (A) M1
TITLE 18 SECTION 2701(A)(1) SIMPLE ASSAULT
PA 18 3304 (A)(5) CRIMINAL MISCHIEF (S)
PA 18 5503 (A)(1) DISORDERLY CONDUCT (S)

Age

39

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

5' 10"

Weight

200 lbs

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THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING (F3)
UNAUTHORIZED USE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE (M2)
4120 (A) IDENTITY THEFT (F3)

Age

30

Gender

Male

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18 4101 A2 FORGERY (F2) 18 3921(A)(F3) - THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING

Age

56

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Female

Height

5' 7"

Weight

185 lbs

Hair

Brown

Eyes

Brown

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(1 COUNT) THEFT BY DECEPTION (F3)
(1 COUNT) TAMPERING WITH PUBLIC RECORDS OR INFORMATION
(1 COUNT) THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING (F3)
(1 COUNT) TAMPERING WITH RECORDS OR IDENTIFICATION

Age

36

Race

Black

Gender

Male

Height

6' 2"

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(3 COUNTS) THEFT BY DECEPTION (F3)
(1 COUNT) THEFT BY EXTORTION (F3)
(3 COUNTS) THEFT BY FAILURE TO MAKE REQUIRED DISPOSITION OF FUNDS RECEIVED (F3)
(1 COUNT) DECEPTIVE OR FRAUDULENT BUSINESS PRACTICES (F3)
(1 COUNT) CRIMINAL USE OF A COMMUNICATION FACILITY (F3)
(1 COUNT) RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY (F3)
(3 COUNTS) BAD CHECKS (M1)

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(1 COUNT) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE GENERAL IMPAIRMENT (M)
(1 COUNT) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OF HIGH RATE (M)
& RELATED TRAFFIC OFFENSES

Age

21

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

5' 9"

Weight

165 lbs

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(1 COUNT) FALSE ID TO LAW ENFORCEMENT (1 COUNT) OBSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION OF LAW (1 COUNT) DISORDERLY CONDUCT & (1 COUNT) PUBLIC DRUNKENESS

Age

31

Race

Black

Gender

Male

Height

5' 6"

Weight

215 lbs

Hair

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(1 COUNT) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (M)
(1) COUNT DRUG POSSESSION (M)
(1) COUNT POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (M)
PA 75 1543A - DRIVING ON A SUSPENDED LICENE

Age

54

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

6' 0"

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(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT (M1)
PA 75 3802A1 - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE - GENERAL IMPAIRMENT
HARASSMENT (S).

Age

42

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

5' 8"

Weight

160 lbs

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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

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(1 COUNT) THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING (F3)
(1 COUNT) RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY (F3)
(1 COUNT) UNAUTHORIZED USE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE (M2)

Age

41

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

6' 0"

Weight

140 lbs

POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A historic milestone in the Poconos as a township officially steps up to preserve a piece of the region's past. Pocono Township has just adopted its first historical district, aligning with state and federal designations, but not everyone is on board. Roughly 2,800 acres of historic land are now [...]

📚 The Eastern Monroe Public Library (EMPL) is seeking a dedicated community member to serve on its Board of Trustees. This is a wonderful opportunity to help guide the library’s future, support literacy and lifelong learning, and make a meaningful impact in your community.

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PA 75 3802A1 - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE - GENERAL IMPAIRMENT
PA 75 3802 D2 - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE - CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
PA 75 3802D3 - DRIVING UNDER THE INFULENCE - COMBINATION OF DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
PA 35 780-113 A31 - POSSESSION OF A SMALL AMOUNT OF MARIJUANA
PA 35 780-113 A32 - POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

Age

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(1 COUNT) DUI GENERAL IMPAIRMENT
(1 COUNT) DUI HIGH RATE OF ALCOHOL

Age

46

Race

Other Asian

Gender

Male

Height

5' 11"

Weight

210 lbs

Hair

Black

Eyes

Brown

Summary: The Pocono Township Board of Commissioners is inviting sealed bids for roll-off refuse containers for the Township's Annual Spring Cleanup and Fall Cleanup events in 2026. Bidders must provide containers with specific capacities and adhere to delivery and removal schedules. Bids are due by March 16, 2026, with bid opening scheduled for the same day, and all submissions must include a Certificate of Insurance and bid bond.

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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(1) - DRIVING IN A SINGLE LANE (S)

Age

57

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(1 COUNT) THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING (M2)

Age

38

Race

White

Gender

Female

Height

5' 4"

Weight

140 lbs

Hair

Blonde

Eyes

Green

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18 4101 A2 FORGERY (F2) 18 3921(A)(F3) - THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING

Age

56

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Female

Height

5' 7"

Weight

185 lbs

Hair

Brown

Eyes

Brown

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PA 75 3802C - DUI HIGHEST RATE
PA 75 3802A1 - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE - GENERAL IMPAIRMENT
PA 75 3309(1) - DRIVING IN A SINGLE LANE

Age

38

Race

White

Gender

Female

Height

5' 8"

Weight

200 lbs

Hair

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(1 COUNT) TERRORISTIC THREATS (M1)
(1 COUNT) POSSESSING AN INSTRUMENT OF CRIME (M1)
(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT
THREAT BY PHYSICAL MENACE (M2)
CAUSING BODILY INJURY (M1)
(1 COUNT) HARASSMENT (S)

Age

37

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Male

Summary: The Pocono Township Board of Commissioners meeting originally set for April 20th has been rescheduled to April 22, 2025. The meeting will take place at the township office on 205 Old Mill Road in Tannersville, PA, starting at 6pm.

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PMSD Calendar

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Passover Ends (Jewish) -
Holy Friday (Orthodox Christian) -
Orthodox Easter (Christian) -
Yom HaShoah (Jewish) -
Tax Day -
PMSD School Board Meeting -
Earth Day -
Act 80 Day - 3 Hour Early Dismissal for Students -
PMSD School Board Meeting -
National Day of Prayer (Interfaith) -
Mother's Day -
EHS Biology Keystone Testing -
EHS Biology Keystone Tutoring -
EHS Literature Keystone Testing -
Ascension Day -
EHS Literature Keystone Testing -
EHS Make-up Keystone Testing -
EHS Algebra Keystone Testing -
EHS Algebra Keystone Testing -
Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 4 Spring Chorus Concert -
Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 5 Spring Chorus Concert -
EHS Make-up Keystone Testing -
PMSD School Board Meeting -
Shavuot (Jewish) -
EHS Make-up Keystone Testing -