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East Stroudsburg Borough

Welcome to East Stroudsburg Borough, a vibrant hub of activity and culture in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. With a population of around 10,000 residents, the borough combines small-town charm with urban amenities. Home to East Stroudsburg University, the borough boasts a lively atmosphere fueled by arts, entertainment, and education. Explore the historic downtown area, bustling with shops, restaurants, and community events. From scenic parks to bustling streets, East Stroudsburg Borough offers something for everyone to enjoy.

East Stroudsburg Borough Council
24 Analomink Street
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
United States

Email
danielle.decker@eaststroudsburgboro.org
Short Term Rental Information

The Borough of East Stroudsburg enacted a short term rental ordinance in 2021.  The ordinance requires licensing and a list of requirements including the use of a private trash hauler.  Zoning regulations limit the licenses to Commercial and Industrial areas, properties in residential areas will need a variance.  Details can be found in the East Stroudsburg STR Ordinance.  See permit application below.

Short Term Rental Score
Somewhat STR Friendly

East Stroudsburg News

      Borough of East Stroudsburg Clean-Up Day!

      Borough of East Stroudsburg Clean-Up Day!

      Borough of East Stroudsburg Clean-Up Day!

      Borough of East Stroudsburg Clean Up Days!

Fabian’s nature inspired art will be at Brodhead Creek Heritage Center this May!

PAINTINGS BY
Steve Fabian
The Gallery at
Brodhead Creek Heritage Center
A Celebration of Nature Inspired Art
Opening Reception
May 6, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
May 6, 2023 Through
May 31, 2023
1539 Cherry Lane Rd.
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
www.SteveFabian.com

Monday, March 20, 2023:

There is a water main break that is affecting water of the East Stroudsburg Borough residents and businesses in the North Courtland Street area.  Customers in this area may experience dirty or cloudy water.  You can let the water run a few minutes and it should clear up.  If you are still having issues by the morning, please contact our office during regular business hours of 8 am to 5 pm at 570-421-8300 for further assistance. Please note, there is NOT a boil water advisory due to this break.

Start date:  1/17/23 (See map below)
County:  Monroe
Municipality:  East Stroudsburg Borough
Road name:  Lincoln Avenue/Forge Road
Between:  Forge Road and Brown Street
Type of work:  Construction
Work being done by:  PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction:  24 Hours

Start date:  1/17/23 (See map below)
County:  Monroe
Municipality:  East Stroudsburg Borough
Road name:  Lincoln Avenue/Forge Road
Between:  Forge Road and Brown Street
Type of work:  Construction
Work being done by:  PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction:  24 Hours

Start date:  1/17/23 (See map below)
County:  Monroe
Municipality:  East Stroudsburg Borough
Road name:  Lincoln Avenue/Forge Road
Between:  Forge Road and Brown Street
Type of work:  Construction
Work being done by:  PennDOT Contractor
Type of restriction:  24 Hours

The lid on the Mobile Refuse Cart must be completely closed or a ticket will be issued.

2024 – 2025 CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING SCHEDULE

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING SCHEDULE

The Borough of East Stroudsburg performs curbside pickup of Christmas trees.  Trees should be placed at curbside before 7:00 a.m. of collection day. Trees must have all lights, stands, and ALL decorations (including tinsel and garland) removed before picked up. Trees picked up will be chipped up and turned into mulch at the Twin Boroughs Recycling Center.

2024 – 2025 Collection Days are as follows:

2024 – 2025 CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING SCHEDULE

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING SCHEDULE

The Borough of East Stroudsburg performs curbside pickup of Christmas trees.  Trees should be placed at curbside before 7:00 a.m. of collection day. Trees must have all lights, stands, and ALL decorations (including tinsel and garland) removed before picked up. Trees picked up will be chipped up and turned into mulch at the Twin Boroughs Recycling Center.

2024 – 2025 Collection Days are as follows:

2022 – 2023 CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING SCHEDULE

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING SCHEDULE

The Borough of East Stroudsburg performs curbside pickup of Christmas trees.  The public works department goes through the Borough two times each week for the month of January (beginning in 2023).  Trees should be placed at curbside before 7:00 a.m. of collection day. Trees must have all decorations, including tinsel and garland, lights and stands removed in order to be picked up.

2024 – 2025 CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING SCHEDULE

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING SCHEDULE

The Borough of East Stroudsburg performs curbside pickup of Christmas trees.  Trees should be placed at curbside before 7:00 a.m. of collection day. Trees must have all lights, stands, and ALL decorations (including tinsel and garland) removed before picked up. Trees picked up will be chipped up and turned into mulch at the Twin Boroughs Recycling Center.

2024 – 2025 Collection Days are as follows:

With the prospect of winter weather on the horizon, East Stroudsburg Borough would like to take this opportunity to remind all East Stroudsburg Borough residents that Section 132-1 of the East Stroudsburg Code requires sidewalks to be cleared of snow and/or ice accumulation within 24 hours of the end of the weather event.

East Stroudsburg Borough 2024 Leaf Collection Schedule

The Borough of East Stroudsburg will begin leaf collection on Tuesday, October 15 and will continue through Friday, December 13, 2024.

Residents should rake leaves to the edge/curbside of their properties without blocking sidewalks, roadways or storm drains.  Please ensure the collection piles only contain leaves with no other debris such as limbs, sticks, stumps, or grass clippings. 

East Stroudsburg Borough 2024 Leaf Collection Schedule

The Borough of East Stroudsburg will begin leaf collection on Tuesday, October 15 and will continue through Friday, December 13, 2024.

Residents should rake leaves to the edge/curbside of their properties without blocking sidewalks, roadways or storm drains.  Please ensure the collection piles only contain leaves with no other debris such as limbs, sticks, stumps, or grass clippings. 

East Stroudsburg Borough Leaf Collection Schedule

The Borough of East Stroudsburg will begin leaf collection on Tuesday, October 10 and will continue through Friday, December 8, 2023.

Residents should rake leaves to the edge/curbside of their properties without blocking sidewalks, roadways or storm drains.  Please ensure the collection piles only contain leaves with no other debris such as limbs, sticks, stumps, or grass clippings. 

East Stroudsburg Borough 2024 Leaf Collection Schedule

The Borough of East Stroudsburg will begin leaf collection on Tuesday, October 15 and will continue through Friday, December 13, 2024.

Residents should rake leaves to the edge/curbside of their properties without blocking sidewalks, roadways or storm drains.  Please ensure the collection piles only contain leaves with no other debris such as limbs, sticks, stumps, or grass clippings. 

As part of its water quality MS4 permit, the Borough is asking for your help to report unauthorized discharges to the streams, roads and storm sewers. The Borough is required to reduce sediment to Reservoir Run. Call the Borough office at 570-421-8300. Pamphlets, Annual Reports, and copies of the permit documents are also available at the Borough Office.

The Borough of East Stroudsburg has announced the tentative paving schedule for 2019 through 2030.  Having this information available to the utility companies allows utility work to be scheduled accordingly so newly paved roads do not have to be torn up and worked on.

Tentative Paving Schedule 2019 through 2030

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