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NOTICE OF AUDIT
The annual audit and financial report for Pocono Township, Monroe County Pennsylvania for the year ended December 31, 2023 has been completed and is available for public inspection at the Pocono Township Municipal Building located at 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, Pennsylvania during normal business hours.
Jerrod Belvin
Pocono Township Manager
Meetings & Events
Meetings & Events
Board of Commissioners Meeting
OCTOBER 6, 2025
5:30 PM - 8 PM
MEETING
BOC
If you require a special accommodation to attend a public meeting, please contact the Township 570-629-1922 to discuss how Pocono Township may best accommodate your needs.
To view meeting agendas and minutes, please click here to visit the Board of Commissioners page.
Public Hearing – Ordinance amending Chapter 170
OCTOBER 6, 2025
5:30 PM - 8 PM
MEETING
BOC
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will consider at a Public Hearing to be held at 5:30 p.m. on the 6th day of October, 2025, at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 205 Old Mill Road, Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372, the adoption of an Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of Pocono Township, revising Chapter 170, Emergency Access To Buildings; § 170-1 Definitions and § 170-4 Knox Box® Required For Existing Commercial and/or Industrial Buildings. Copies of the proposed Ordinance may be examined without charge or obtained for a charge not greater than the actual cost of reproduction thereof at the Pocono Township Municipal Building during regular business hours.
Leo V. DeVito, Jr., Esquire
Solicitor of Pocono Township
Octoberfest
OCTOBER 10, 2025
2:00 PM - 8 PM

112 Township Drive, Tannersville, PA
EVENT
CALLING ALL BREWERIES & FOOD VENDORS!
Pocono Township is getting ready for our Oktoberfest celebration on Friday, October 10, 2025, and we’re looking for local breweries and food vendors to join the fun!

If you’ve got the brews or bites to bring the flavor to fall, we want YOU to be part of this festive community event!
Whether it’s craft beer, pretzels, bratwurst, sweet treats, or fall-inspired favorites, we’re looking to make this Oktoberfest one to remember!
Interested? Contact Jenn Gambino at [email protected] or send us a message for more details and a vendor form.
Tag your favorite food truck or brewery and let them know we’re looking for them!
Planning Commission Meeting
OCTOBER 14, 2025
6:00 PM - 8 PM
MEETING
planning
The Pocono Township Planning Commission holds public meetings on the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m., excluding holidays.
To view meeting agendas and minutes, please click here to visit the Planning Commission page.
Spooky Walk: Kids Night
OCTOBER 17, 2025
7:00 PM
event
Spooky Walk: Kids Night at MVP Park!
Calling all little ghouls, goblins, and brave adventurers! Join us Friday, October 17 at 7:00 PM at MVP Park for a family-friendly Spooky Walk through the woods… where the trees whisper secrets, shadows move, and Sasquatch has escaped his cage!
This night is especially for kids, with age-appropriate scares, magical surprises, and spooky stories told by our lively tour guides. Keep your eyes and ears open… you never know when the mysterious Sasquatch might appear!
Highlights:
- Fun, spooky stories along the trail
- Watch out for Sasquatch!
Our Lady of Victory Church’s Annual Artisan Craft Fair
OCTOBER 18, 2025
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
event
Artisan Craft Show set for October 18th
TANNERSVILLE, Pa. (July 2025) — Our Lady of Victory Church, located at Cherry Lane Road Tannersville will host its annual Artisan Craft Show on Saturday, October 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
This event features over 25 artisans showcasing their beautiful, handmade products, such as Candles, Wooden bowls, Wreaths, Art, and Ceramics. In addition, we will have wonderful homemade food, a tricky tray and a 50/50. Admission is $2.00 and will be donated to the Pocono Township Fire Company for the benefit of our local community.
Parking is free. You are welcome to sit down and join us for lunch or order take-out. Any questions may be directed to: Fran Prebish at [email protected] or 973-809-3184.
This fundraising event benefits both the Pocono Township Fire Company and Our Lady of Victory Church, its parish and community activities.
Our Lady of Victory is a welcoming Catholic community dedicated to the mission to Know, Love and Serve God by living the Eucharist.
Pocono & Jackson Township’s Historical Society Open House
OCTOBER 18, 2025
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
event
The Pocono & Jackson Township’s Historical Society will hold an Open House on Saturday October 18th from 9:30 a.m. thru 12:30 p.m. at the Mountain View Park Heritage Center.
Spooky Walk: Adult Night
OCTOBER 18, 2025
7:00 PM
event
Spooky Walk: Adult Night at MVP Park
Brave enough to face the shadows? Join us Saturday, October 18 at 7:00 PM at MVP Park for an adult-only Spooky Walk through the woods… where the darkness hides secrets, and Sasquatch has broken free!
Prepare for a thrilling night of eerie tales, spine-chilling sights, and unexpected encounters. Our tour guides will lead you along a twisting path, but beware—the woods are alive after dark, and Sasquatch is on the hunt.
Highlights:
- Spine-tingling stories along the trail
- Creepy characters lurking in the shadows
- Watch your step—Sasquatch might be watching!
- Chilling surprises to keep you on edge
Pocono & Jackson Township’s Historical Society General Meeting
OCTOBER 20, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 pm
meeting
Pocono & Jackson Township’s Historical Society will hold a General Meeting at the Mountain View Park Heritage Center on October 20, 2025 from 2 p.m. thru 4 p.m.
Board of Commissioners Meeting
OCTOBER 20, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
meeting
boc
The Pocono Township Planning Commission holds public meetings on the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m., excluding holidays.
To view meeting agendas and minutes, please
click here to visit the Planning Commission page.
Trunk or Treat
OCTOBER 26, 2025
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
EVENT
Trunk-or-Treat at Our New Location!
Join us for a spooktacular afternoon of family fun on Sunday, October 26, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at our new location: 205 Old Mill Road, Tannersville!
Dress in your favorite costume and enjoy safe, family-friendly Trunk-or-Treating, where decorated cars hand out sweet treats to all the little ghouls and goblins.
Event Highlights:
- Trunk-or-Treating for kids of all ages
- Live entertainment
- Delicious food available
- Festive fun for the whole family!
- Car Contest – Enter Your Vehicle!
- Want to Enter Your Car in the Contest?
Contact the office at 570-629-1922 or email [email protected]
to reserve your spot.
Bring your friends, your costumes, and your Halloween spirit. We can’t wait to see you there!
Board of Commissioners Meeting
NOVEMBER 3, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
MEETING
BOC
The Pocono Township Planning Commission holds public meetings on the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m., excluding holidays.
To view meeting agendas and minutes, please
click here to visit the Planning Commission page.
Fall Leaf Dropoff
NOVEMBER 6, 2025 - NOVEMBER 8, 2025
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
EVENT
November 6, 2025 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
November 7, 2025 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
November 8, 2025 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The dropoff location will be at the top of Mountain View Park. Signs will be posted in the park to guide where to go!
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