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East Stroudsburg seems determined to burden its residents with a staggering 29% property tax hike—one councilwoman even proposed raising it to 40%. It’s as though this borough has never met a property tax it didn’t like.

The Democrat County Commissioner is on videotape voting twice. 

The Democrat Attorney General, referenced in the story, refused to press charges. 

We no longer have a Democrat Attorney General. 

The Monroe County Commissioners approved next year’s budget at a special meeting this morning. Residents can expect an over 37 percent tax increase.

And we’re told another reassessment is necessary as property values have gone up proportionally.

"All in favor signify by saying aye. Aye. Motion carries."

The Monroe County Commissioners adopted the 2025 budget today in the amount of over 147 million dollars. It carries a tax increase of one point five mils.

Monroe County Commissioners Chairman John Christy says, "The value of your house, if it’s at $100,000 it would be a $150 increase."

We’re told last year was the first time taxes were raised in 12 years and the half a mil wasn’t enough.

Christy says, "Able now to put some money back into the general fund. We have been taking money out of the general fund, I want to say for the past 12 years so we’re trying to right the ship and steer it in the correct direction."

Some residents in attendance say it’s too much at one time. Others question changes in spending habits. But the verdict is out whether or not higher taxes are necessary.

At the December 17, 2024, East Stroudsburg Borough Council meeting, residents expressed outrage over a proposed 29% property tax increase. The meeting highlighted a striking financial disparity: non-taxable properties, including hospitals, East Stroudsburg University (ESU), and public schools, account for an estimated $3-$4 billion in property value, while taxable properties total only $400 million.

Zoning enforcement is an essential part of maintaining order and safety in our communities, but in Monroe County, there has been growing concern about the use of third-party contractors to handle these responsibilities. While municipalities are tasked with enforcing local zoning laws, some have opted to outsource the role of zoning enforcement officer to private companies. This decision has raised questions about the transparency, consistency, and fairness of zoning enforcement practices.