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Monday - Thursday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PMFriday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Barrett Paradise Friendly Library is located at the intersection of Route 390 and Sand Spring Drive in Cresco. Our Mission: To strengthen our community, the library connects people with ideas, experiences and each other, and inspires them to dream and succeed as lifelong learners.
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The Barrett Township Maintenance Department is staffed by five full-time employees and five part-time employees. The members of the Maintenance Department routinely tend to the Township's maintenance needs, whether it be changing the oil in a police car, plowing a snow-covered road, or fixing a pothole. During the winter, the maintenance employees can often be seen out on the Township's roads at all hours of the day and night plowing and cindering, so that the…
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Looking for information about our local Municipal Government and Supervisors?
Upcoming Supervisor Meetings
| Wed Aug 04, 2021 @ 5:30PM - 06:30PM Barrett Township Planning Commission Meeting (if needed to discuss submitted plans) |
| Wed Aug 11, 2021 @ 5:30PM - Supervisor Meeting (PM) (Open to Public) |
| Wed Aug 18, 2021 @ 8:00AM - Supervisor Workshop (Open to Public) |
| Thu Aug 19, 2021 @ 5:00PM - 06:00PM Barrett Architectural Review Committee (Open to Public) |
| Wed Aug 25, 2021 @ 8:00AM - Supervisor Meeting (AM) (Open to Public) |
| Thu Aug 26, 2021 @ 6:00PM - 07:00PM Pocono Area Recreation Commission |
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Please note: As of July 16, 2015, the Barrett Township Police Department has merged with Pocono Mountain Regional Police.
Please do not leave clothes or food on the porch of the CAME building. Food can be dropped off at your local post office.
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Barrett was formed in 1859 from portions of both Paradise Township and Price Township. The Township is bordered on the south by Paradise Township, Price Township to the southeast, and Coolbaugh Township on the west. Barrett Township is bordered by Greene Township in Pike County to the north, and Porter Township in Pike County to the northeast.
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As Barrett Township Tax Collector, my goal is to provide you with the information and services you need, related to property taxes in our municipality. Office Hours Tuesdays 1-7pm Thursdays 1-7pm (please call to confirm) Or By Appointment
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Download PDF:Monroe County Open Space, Greenway & Recreation Plan43.24 MB (Draft 2013)
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Monroe County Magisterial District Court
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In 2000, Barrett Township, Paradise Townships and Mount Pocono Borough began working together, along with the Monroe County Open Space Commission, to provide parks and recreation for area residents. In 2014, Mount Pocono withdrew from PARC. Through the Commission, Skywood Park, Seven Pines Park and Ice Lake provide recreation opportunities and natural experiences for area residents.
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The Sheep Shed Project of Women’s Resources of Monroe County provides gently used furniture to families in transition. The Sheep Shed serves victims of domestic and sexual violence by filling their new homes with furniture and creating a comfortable healing space for families in need. The Sheep Shed is currently accepting donations of gently used furniture. To donate items please contact the volunteer below: Roseanne at (570) 595-7381 or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Barrett Township is governed by a five member Board of Supervisors, who are elected by the residents of the Township. The Township Supervisors are available during Township meetings, and may be available at other times as needed. Please call (570) 595-2602 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to contact the Board of Supervisors.
Upcoming Supervisor Meetings
| Wed Aug 04, 2021 @ 5:30PM - 06:30PM Barrett Township Planning Commission Meeting (if needed to discuss submitted plans) |
| Wed Aug 11, 2021 @ 5:30PM - Supervisor Meeting (PM) (Open to Public) |
| Wed Aug 18, 2021 @ 8:00AM - Supervisor Workshop (Open to Public) |
| Thu Aug 19, 2021 @ 5:00PM - 06:00PM Barrett Architectural Review Committee (Open to Public) |
| Wed Aug 25, 2021 @ 8:00AM - Supervisor Meeting (AM) (Open to Public) |
| Thu Aug 26, 2021 @ 6:00PM - 07:00PM Pocono Area Recreation Commission |
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Ellen Kerz Interiors, Inc. / Paradise Home Furnishings & Boutique
Open Wed-Sat 10-4 Sunday 10-2 (winter hours call/text ahead) -
The Pampered Chef - Allyson Clark
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Family Dollar #7987
STORE HOURS Monday 08:00 - 22:00Tuesday 09:00 - 21:00Wednesday 08:00 - 22:00Thursday 08:00 - 19:00Friday 08:00 - 22:00Saturday 08:00 - 22:00Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 -
Mountainhome Farmstand
Hours: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (10-4)
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Roadwork Aug. 2-6, 2021
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announces the following road work this week, but be advised that road work schedules may change as needed during COVID-19…
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Public Hearing - UCC Board of Appeals of Barrett Township - August 12, 2021
PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the UCC Board of Appeals of Barrett Township has scheduled a Public Hearing at the Barrett…
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PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of MAE BENNETT
PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of MAE BENNETT, a/k/a MAE E. BENNETT, late of the Township of Barrett, County of Monroe, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Deceased…
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lol For the Library: Comedy Night - August 7, 2021
On Saturday, August 7th, the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library will host our 2021 L.O.L. Comedy Night at Buck Hill Falls’ Tennis Tea. This Library benefit…
