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Stroudsburg Borough

Welcome to Stroudsburg Borough, the bustling heart of Monroe County, Pennsylvania. With a population of approximately 6,700 residents, this vibrant borough embodies the perfect blend of historic charm and modern conveniences. Home to quaint Victorian architecture, lively cultural events, and a thriving arts scene, Stroudsburg offers something for everyone to enjoy. Explore the bustling downtown district, teeming with boutique shops, eclectic eateries, and vibrant nightlife. With its scenic beauty, rich history, and diverse community, Stroudsburg Borough invites you to experience the warmth and excitement of small-town living with big-city flair.

Stroudsburg Borough Council
700 Sarah Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
United States

Email
lkopp@stroudsburgboro.com
Short Term Rental Information

The borough of Stroudsburg has implemented a new Short-term Rental Ordinance and refined zoning regulations to prohibit short term rentals in residential districts (R-1, R-2 and R-3) and allow it in all other zoning districts.  A license and annual inspection is required, more details under Housing section on borough's website.  See rules and regulations and permit application below.

Short Term Rental Score
Somewhat STR Friendly

Stroudsburg News

OPERATING HOURS OF TWIN BOROUGHS RECYCLE DROP OFF CENTER: 
Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am to 11:30 am
The Recycling Center will be closed on the following dates in 2023:

January 2; January 16; February 20; May 29; July 4; September 4; October 9; November 10; November 11; November 23; November 24; December 22 (closing @ 11 am); December 23; December 25

2023 YARD WASTE COLLECTION SCHEDULE

The Borough offers a bimonthly curbside Yard Waste Pickup Program, which is held from April through October of each year.  Borough crews will pick up yard waste at curbside on the same days of regular recycling pick-ups in the borough according to the schedule below.  Residents may place at curbside for pick up, on these weeks only, a reasonable quantity of woody yard wastes materials from y

2022 Community Development Block Grant Modification Public Hearing Wednesday, December 20, 2023 Monroe County Commissioner’s Meeting Room, located at 1 Quaker Plaza, Stroudsburg, PA 18360

Volunteers are needed for the Pick Up the Poconos Event being held on September 24, 2022, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please follow this link for further information and sign up forms: https://www.poconomountains.com/event/pick-up-the-poconos-day/18665/

Volunteers are needed for the Pick Up the Poconos Event being held on September 24, 2022, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please follow this link for further information and sign up forms: https://www.poconomountains.com/event/pick-up-the-poconos-day/18665/

Volunteers are needed for the Pick Up the Poconos Event being held on September 24, 2022, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please follow this link for further information and sign up forms: https://www.poconomountains.com/event/pick-up-the-poconos-day/18665/

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 31, 2022

DEP Declares Drought Watch for 36 Counties, Asks for Voluntary Water Conservation

Harrisburg, PA –The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today announced the Commonwealth Drought Task Force has declared a drought watch for 36 counties and asks for voluntary water conservation in those counties.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 31, 2022

DEP Declares Drought Watch for 36 Counties, Asks for Voluntary Water Conservation

Harrisburg, PA –The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today announced the Commonwealth Drought Task Force has declared a drought watch for 36 counties and asks for voluntary water conservation in those counties.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 31, 2022

DEP Declares Drought Watch for 36 Counties, Asks for Voluntary Water Conservation

Harrisburg, PA –The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today announced the Commonwealth Drought Task Force has declared a drought watch for 36 counties and asks for voluntary water conservation in those counties.

NOTICE OF CANCELED HEARING

The public hearing of the Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board scheduled for Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 5:00 P.M. concerning the appeal of CMBK Resort Holdings, LLC, has been CANCELED. The Applicant withdrew its appeal of the Township’s Enforcement Notices issued on April 18, 2022.

WEITZMANN, WEITZMANN & HUFFMAN, LLC
By: Todd W. Weitzmann, Esquire
700 Monroe Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board Solicitors


Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden visited Create & Be Studio in Stroudsburg for their Black Culture in the 'Burg event featuring art, music and film from a diverse group of Pocono artists.

More at RepMadden.com

Please read the following Ordinance #1386 passed by Borough Council with regard to parking restrictions throughout the Borough, and Grove Street becoming a one-way traffic pattern:

https://eaststroudsburgboro.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/1386-220215-CH-150-Vehicles-and-traffic-ALT-Pking-One-way-Ordinance.pdf

Healthy Home Repair Program

This program provides a one-time assistance grant to assist in repairing and removing health and safety hazards for COVID vulnerable and impacted families and individuals

Healthy Home Repair Program

This program provides a one-time assistance grant to assist in repairing and removing health and safety hazards for COVID vulnerable and impacted families and individuals

Healthy Home Repair Program

This program provides a one-time assistance grant to assist in repairing and removing health and safety hazards for COVID vulnerable and impacted families and individuals


Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden hosted the House Democratic Policy Committee in Stroudsburg to discuss the impacts of recent healthcare consolidation trends in our communities and their effects on workers and overall patient care.

More at http://www.pahouse.com/madden

The Monroe County Office of the District Attorney, Criminal Investigation Division, is asking for the public’s help in locating Malcolm Baines Hunt.

Pick Up the Poconos, Saturday, April 24, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.

Click Here to view the flyer

Pick Up the Poconos, Saturday, April 24, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.

Click Here to view the flyer

Pick Up the Poconos, Saturday, April 24, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.

Click Here to view the flyer

Snow Emergencies are sometimes declared for the Borough throughout the winter. Read below for more information and click the link to see if you live on or around a snow emergency route.

Snow Emergencies are sometimes declared for the Borough throughout the winter. Read below for more information and click the link to see if you live on or around a snow emergency route.

Stroudsburg Events

Date Source
Noon - Cards for MOW
Evening- Lucy Shunk
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg First Saturday Art Walk -
5:30pm HARB Meeting
7pm Council Meeting
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
6pm Planning Commission Meeting
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
4pm Shade Tree Meeting
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
7pm Council Meeting
4:30pm Zoning Meeting
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg First Saturday Art Walk -
5:30pm HARB Meeting
7pm Council Meeting
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
6pm Planning Commission Meeting
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
4pm Shade Tree Meeting
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
7pm Council Meeting

SASD Calendar

Date Source
Fiscal Affairs Committee -
JH - Scheduling Night -
JH - Scheduling Night -
Academic Affairs Committee -
Chamber Orchestra -
Chamber Orchestra -
JH - Scheduling Night (Snow Date) -
JH - Scheduling Night (Snow Date) -
Formal Band -
Formal Orchestra & Chorus -
Fiscal Affairs Committee -
9th Grade Chorus, Orchestra -
Academic Affairs Committee -
Schools Closed
School Board Meeting -
5th Grade Band, Chorus, Orchestra -
5th Grade Band, Chorus, Orchestra -
High School Musical -
High School Musical -
High School Musical -
High School Musical -
Fiscal Affairs Committee -
Academic Affairs Committee -
6/7 Orchestra -
6/7 Orchestra -

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