Barrett Township’s Board of Supervisors Workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, at 6:30 PM.
One of the agenda items will be:
“Presentation of BARC Exterior Proposals (Derck & Edson, BEDCo)”
We encourage members of the public to attend and learn more about the proposed improvements to the BARC building, including how the building and surrounding space could be enhanced to provide additional amenities and opportunities for our community.
Your participation and feedback are important as we explore ways to improve this community facility. We hope to see you there!
Barrett Township Municipal Building
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
6:30 PM
Barrett Township, Monroe County
Nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania’s beautiful Pocono Mountains, Barrett Township offers the perfect blend of small-town charm, natural beauty, and year-round recreation. Home to welcoming communities like Mountainhome, Cresco, and Canadensis, the township is known for its scenic landscapes, excellent schools, local businesses, and easy access to hiking, fishing, skiing, and outdoor adventures.
Barrett Township has a total area of 53.2 square miles and a population of approximately 4,000. Barrett Township is in the Pocono Mountain School District.
If you have questions regarding Short-Term Rentals in Barrett Township, Shawn Leidy, the Township’s Short-Term Rental Officer, is available during the following office hours:
Office Hours
Mondays & Wednesdays
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Contact Shawn Leidy
Phone: (267) 297-0548
Email: sleidy@advancedcodeusa.com
Whether you need information about registration, inspections, compliance, or other short-term rental matters, feel free to reach out during office hours.
For information on what permits may be required for building a shed, garage, or other structure, please contact our Zoning/Building Officer. Their contact information can be found on the Zoning Page.
Here is the schedule of meetings for the Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission:
Board of Supervisor’s Meetings
2nd Wednesday of the Month – 6:30pm
4th Wednesday of the Month – 6:30pm
Workshops:
3rd Wednesday of the Month – 6:30pm
Planning Commission Meetings
4th Wednesday of the Month – 6:30pm
If a meeting is rescheduled or if a special meeting is scheduled, it will be posted in the Pocono Record and on the Legal Notices page of our website.
If you need to report a problem on a Barrett Township road, such as potholes, drainage issues, or other roadway concerns, please contact the Township Roadmaster, James Seese, at (570) 595-7866.
If the issue is an emergency, such as a downed tree blocking the roadway, please contact Grant Hilfiger immediately at (570) 807-2722.
For information on your taxes, such as when they are due, how to pay, and who to pay them to, please contact the Tax Collector, Kelly Slinger.
Kelly Slinger
(570) 481-4480
kelly@barretttc.com
PO Box 235, Cresco, PA 18326
1104 Route 390
Physical addresses are assigned by the Readdressing Office at Monroe County. The contact information is below:
Kim Borger
E911 Readdressing Coordinator/Planner
Office Phone: (570) 517-3100
Direct Phone: (570) 517-3811
Address: 701 Main Street, Suite 405, Stroudsburg, PA 18360
