George R. Dobson

The board conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed rezoning of a specific parcel from Industrial to Woodland Conservation, featuring testimony from various stakeholders including industrial advocates and conservation groups. During the regular meeting, the board voted to table the ordinance for further due diligence. Additionally, the board adopted a resolution amending the personnel policy manual, authorized the hiring of a seasonal parks maintenance employee, and approved the payment of current financial obligations.

The board discussed public input regarding local trash and vehicle parking issues, and community event announcements. Actions taken included the conditional approval of a minor subdivision, authorization of an easement agreement with Pocono Services for Families and Children, and the adoption of resolutions regarding grant signing authorities, an unpaid leave policy, and an associated memorandum of understanding. Additionally, the board authorized the 2026 road paving project advertisement, coordinated internship opportunities with East Stroudsburg University, tabled an MOU with the volunteer fire company, authorized attendance at a career festival, and permitted staff to participate in a webinar regarding short-term rental ordinances. The meeting concluded with the approval of current financial obligations, board comments, and an executive session regarding litigation.

The board conducted hearings for three specific matters: a variance request for property at 101 Safro Court, a variance request for lots 79-86 in section F of Pocono Summit Lake, and a remanded case regarding dimensional variance approval for property at 1555 Black Birch Way.

The board addressed several administrative and operational agenda items, including the conditional approval of a minor subdivision and the authorization of an easement agreement. Resolutions were adopted regarding an unpaid leave policy and grant application signatures. Additional authorizations were granted for the 2026 road paving project, an internship program with East Stroudsburg University, and professional development attendance for township staff. The board discussed zoning matters, approved the annual yard sale for the Historical Association, and authorized the advertisement for a spring leaf collection program.

The board discussed monthly reports from the regional police and EMS, addressed zoning and code enforcement concerns, and considered the reallocation of fees for a zoning hearing board application. Further agenda items included the approval of the Coolbaugh Township Historical Association's annual yard sale, the authorization to advertise for spring leaf collection, and the coordination with the Monroe County Technical Institute for hiring seasonal park maintenance staff. Additionally, the board authorized the release of a road opening permit bond, approved an amendment to an intermunicipal sewer service agreement, reviewed an engineering estimate for a pump station replacement, and scheduled future public hearings for a cable franchise agreement and a zoning map amendment. The board also authorized attendance for staff at the ESU Economic Summit, reviewed the controller's report on grants and capital expenditures, and approved the payment of current obligations.