Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of NICOLETTA LENA SMAGALSKI a/k/a LENA SMAGALSKI, late of Ross Township, County of Monroe and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Date of Death of February 1, 2024.
Ross Township
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Address
250 Anchorage Road
PO Box 276
Saylorsburg, PA 18353
United States
Email
rosstwp@ptd.net
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School District
Tax Rate
0.26 mills
Ross Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania is a scenic, rural community nestled in the western Poconos, known for its quiet charm, natural beauty, and deep historical roots. It’s one of 16 townships in the county and offers a peaceful lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation and regional heritage.
🗺️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
- Location: Western Monroe County, bordering Northampton County
- Area: ~22.9 sq mi (59.3 km²), mostly land with minimal water coverage
- Elevation: ~771 ft (235 m)
- Population: ~5,464 (2020 Census)
- Villages: Includes Ross Common, Rossland, and Saylorsburg
- Natural Features: Drained by Aquashicola Creek; Blue Mountain forms the southern boundary
- School District: Pleasant Valley School District
🏞️ Lifestyle & Recreation
- Outdoor Appeal: Hiking, fishing, and camping are popular, especially near Ross Common Park and Brodhead Creek
- Historic Sites: Ross Common Manor, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978
- Community Events: Seasonal festivals, public meetings, and conservation efforts reflect strong civic engagement
🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
- Ordinance: Enacted in July 2020, STRs are allowed in general commercial and village commercial zones, but not permitted in residential areas
- STR Friendliness: Rated as somewhat STR-friendly, with zoning-based limitations
🧭 Regional Identity
Ross Township blends Appalachian tranquility with a touch of historical intrigue. Its proximity to Blue Mountain and the Lehigh River watershed gives it a rich ecological character, while its villages and landmarks preserve the cultural texture of Monroe County’s past.
Short Term Rental Information
Ross enacted a short-term rental ordinance in July, 2020 which allows vacation rental in properties located in general commercial and village commercial zoning, but does not allow them in residential zoned areas.
Ross Township News
Sun, 21 Apr 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Letters Testamentary on the ESTATE OF RICHARD WIERCINSKI a/k/a RICHARD B. WIERCINSKI, deceased, have been granted to Pawel Wiercinski.
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00
Estate Notice ESTATE OF ROBERT W. HESS, a/k/a ROBERT HESS, a/k/a ROBERT WAYNE HESS, Deceased March 2, 2024, of Ross Township, Monroe County. Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Christine Reph.
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:00:00
MONROE COUNTY S POLLING PLACE LIST BARRETT ONE 1 1 BARRETT NS ROUTE 390 CRESCO PA 18326 Handicap Access BARRETT TWO E NS O E ES O 183 Handicap Access ON E O E Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place ON E O YES E Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place CHESTNUTHILL ONE 1 WEST END FIRE COMPANY DOWNSTAIRS 128 ROUTE 715 BEHIND WAWA BRODHEADSVILLE PA 18322 Handicap Access Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place CHESTNUTHILL TWO 2 ST JOHN S LUTHERAN CHURCH 164 MERWINSBURG RD EFFORT PA 18330 Handicap Access Are Political Signs Allowed at
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of NICOLETTA LENA SMAGALSKI a/k/a LENA SMAGALSKI, late of Ross Township, County of Monroe and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Date of Death of February 1, 2024.
Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Letters Testamentary on the ESTATE OF RICHARD WIERCINSKI a/k/a RICHARD B. WIERCINSKI, deceased, have been granted to Pawel Wiercinski.
Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00
Estate Notice ESTATE OF ROBERT W. HESS, a/k/a ROBERT HESS, a/k/a ROBERT WAYNE HESS, Deceased March 2, 2024, of Ross Township, Monroe County. Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Christine Reph.
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Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:00:00
LEGAL AD Pursuant to the Noncoal Sur-face Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Rules, and the Clean Streams Law notice is here-by given that Pocono Industries, Inc., 506 Hickory Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 has made application to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to renew it’s “Individual NPDES Permit Associated with Mining Activities” per-mit Number PA022594, at their Pocono Industries Ope-ration, SMP 6574SM1.
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Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Heidelberg Materials Northeast LLC proposes to continue to conduct surface blasting in compliance with all applicable State and Federal laws. The blasting will occur at the Stroudsburg Quarry operation, Noncoal Surface Mine Permit Number 6575SM1. Blasting is scheduled for Monday through Saturday, inclusive, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to sunset.
Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00
NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED PROPOSALS FOR PAVING & SEAL COAT will be accepted by the Ross Township Board of Supervisors until 3:00 PM, Monday, April 1, 2024, at the Ross Township Municipal Building, 250 Anchorage Road, Saylorsburg PA 18353. MONDAY, APRIL 1, 2024 AT 6:00 P.M., all bids will be publicly opened and read for the following work: 2023 Bituminous Paving (Base Bid and Alternate Bid) 808 Tons of 9.5mm Superpave, WMA PG 64-22, Scratch/Leveling Course, 0.0-0.3 million ESAL’s, SRL-L, 60 LBs/SY, to be placed on various areas of roadway.
Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:00:00
Estate Notice ESTATE OF MARY ANN KELLOW, Deceased January 4, 2024, of Ross Township, Monroe County. Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to the Executrix Penelope Kellow.
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Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:00:00
NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED PROPOSALS FOR PAVING & SEAL COAT will be accepted by the Ross Township Board of Supervisors until 3:00 PM, Monday, April 1, 2024, at the Ross Township Municipal Building, 250 Anchorage Road, Saylorsburg PA 18353. MONDAY, APRIL 1, 2024 AT 6:00 P.M., all bids will be publicly opened and read for the following work: 2023 Bituminous Paving (Base Bid and Alternate Bid) 808 Tons of 9.5mm Superpave, WMA PG 64-22, Scratch/Leveling Course, 0.0-0.3 million ESAL’s, SRL-L, 60 LBs/SY, to be placed on various areas of roadway.
This residential 2.07-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA can be your dream property with a 5095 square foot house.
Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00
LEGAL AD Pursuant to the Noncoal Sur-face Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Rules, and the Clean Streams Law notice is here-by given that Pocono Industries, Inc., 506 Hickory Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 has made application to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to renew it’s “Individual NPDES Permit Associated with Mining Activities” per-mit Number PA022594, at their Pocono Industries Ope-ration, SMP 6574SM1.
Louise Seeley, 64, of Saylorsburg, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2024 at The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.