Welcome to the Borough of Mount Pocono, a picturesque gem in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. With a population of approximately 3,200 residents, this charming borough offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by natural beauty and outdoor adventure. Home to the iconic Mount Pocono, the highest point in the Poconos, outdoor enthusiasts flock here for hiking, skiing, and breathtaking views. Explore the quaint downtown area, brimming with local shops, cozy cafes, and friendly faces. Experience the tranquility and charm of the Borough of Mount Pocono, where every visit feels like coming home.
Mount Pocono BoroughCouncil 1361 Pocono Boulevard, Suite 100 Mount Pocono, PA18344 United States
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.
A new traffic signal control box is being installed at the Five Points intersection today, January 24, 2023. A flagging crew will be onsite to control the flow of traffic. Please use caution when traveling through this intersection. We appreciate your patience as we complete this important work.
The Borough of Mount Pocono will receive sealed bids for municipal solid waste collection and disposal services, curbside recycling collection and processing services; and leaf/yard waste collection and processing services at the Mount Pocono Borough Office, 1361 Pocono Boulevard, Suite 100, Mount Pocono, PA until 1 p.m. on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. The bids will be opened publicly and read aloud at that time.
On this episode of Monroe Matters, Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden breaks down the 2019-20 state budget, including passage of a state-administered healthcare exchange and Pennsylvania's first Farm Bill. Plus, we visit the grand opening of the Women's Military Museum in Mount Pocono.
Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the Women's Military Museum in Mount Pocono. Madden says the museum, founded by Ret. Sgt. Major Claudette Williams, will raise awareness for women who serve and highlight the many roles women have played in the military over the years.