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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

To learn about the I-80/Exit 308 PennDOT Project and to view the project maps, please visit https://www.i80project.com/

SIGN UP FOR PICK UP THE POCONOS HERE! SEE YOU ON APRIL 22!!

SIGN UP FOR PICK UP THE POCONOS HERE! SEE YOU ON APRIL 22!!

SIGN UP FOR PICK UP THE POCONOS HERE! SEE YOU ON APRIL 22!!

Two men died in a crash early Monday on Interstate 80 in the Poconos.

According to state police at Stroudsburg, two vehicles were traveling west in Tunkhannock Township, both at a high rate of speed, about 12:30 a.m. Monday. One of the two vehicles left its lane of travel and crashed into the second vehicle, sending both off the road.

Both cars rolled over several times, ejecting the drivers: Donn Innes, 68, of Weatherly and Jeffrey Bates, 31, of Danville, Montour County. Both men were pronounced dead at the scene.

The 2024 Budget was approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting.

You can review it HERE.

Ordinance 1401, Fixing the 2024 Real Estate Tax, was also approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting. Click HERE to review.

The 2024 Budget was approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting.

You can review it HERE.

Ordinance 1401, Fixing the 2024 Real Estate Tax, was also approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting. Click HERE to review.

The 2024 Budget was approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting.

You can review it HERE.

Ordinance 1401, Fixing the 2024 Real Estate Tax, was also approved at the December 19, 2023 Council Meeting. Click HERE to review.

The 2023 Budget was approved at the December 20, 2022 Council Meeting.

You can review it HERE.

Ordinance 1398, Fixing the 2023 Real Estate Tax, was also approved at the December 20, 2022 Council Meeting. Click HERE to review.


We're very proud of @friendsoftarahprobst for her performance in this debate. She's going to be a fantastic Representative in the 189th District. #MonroeCountyPA #VoteBlue #PAVote #PAVoting #VoteDemocrat #PAHouse189 #TarahProbst


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

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

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

Stroudsburg Events

Date Source
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
Noon - Don Oriolo
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg First Saturday Art Walk -
5:30pm HARB Meeting
7pm Council Meeting
Noon- Elika Almeida
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 -
5:00pm Recycling Committee Meeting
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
7pm Council Meeting
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg First Saturday Art Walk -
5:30pm HARB Meeting
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
4pm Shade Tree Meeting

SASD Calendar

Date Source
Formal Band -
Formal Orchestra & Chorus -
9th Grade Chorus, Orchestra -
Schools Closed
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 -
6/7 Band -
6/7 Band -
8/9 Grade Band -
8/9 Grade Band -
School Board Meeting -
Spring Recess - Schools Closed
Spring Recess - Schools Closed
Spring Recess - Schools Closed
Academic Affairs Committee -
Academic Affairs Committee -
National Junior Honor Society Ceremony -

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