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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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General Meetings on the third Friday of each month are at 7:00PM. The Barrett Township Historical Society would like to announce that they now have available for sale their annual Calendar. The price of the calendars is $6.00. They can be purchased at Theo. B. Price Country Store ~ Route 390 in Cresco or the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library ~ also located on Route 390 in Cresco.
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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
| Thu Nov 21, 2024 @ 5:00PM - 06:00PM Barrett Architectural Review Committee (Open to Public) |
| Wed Nov 27, 2024 @ 8:00AM - Supervisor Meeting (AM) (Open to Public) |
| Wed Dec 04, 2024 @ 5:30PM - 06:30PM Barrett Township Planning Commission Meeting (if needed to discuss submitted plans) |
| Wed Dec 11, 2024 @ 5:30PM - Supervisor Meeting (PM) (Open to Public) |
| Wed Dec 18, 2024 @ 8:00AM - Supervisor Workshop (Open to Public) |
| Thu Dec 19, 2024 @ 5:00PM - 06:00PM Barrett Architectural Review Committee (Open to Public) |
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Please note: As of July 16, 2015, the Barrett Township Police Department has merged with Pocono Mountain Regional Police.
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If you are interested in volunteering, please stop by or call 570-595-7777. If you'd like to stop by in person to apply, our meetings are Tuesdays at 7pm.
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The Cresco Station Museum houses displays, artifacts and research material indigenous to the Barrett Township area, sponsors art shows the second Sunday of each month from 1-4 pm, and holds musical programs the fourth Sunday (June to September) from 1-4 pm. Hours of Operation: Open Memorial Day to October 12:Sundays 1pm to 4pmDuring July & August:Wednesdays & Saturdays 1pm to 4pm
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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
Upcoming Supervisor Meetings
| Thu Nov 21, 2024 @ 5:00PM - 06:00PM Barrett Architectural Review Committee (Open to Public) |
| Wed Nov 27, 2024 @ 8:00AM - Supervisor Meeting (AM) (Open to Public) |
| Wed Dec 04, 2024 @ 5:30PM - 06:30PM Barrett Township Planning Commission Meeting (if needed to discuss submitted plans) |
| Wed Dec 11, 2024 @ 5:30PM - Supervisor Meeting (PM) (Open to Public) |
| Wed Dec 18, 2024 @ 8:00AM - Supervisor Workshop (Open to Public) |
| Thu Dec 19, 2024 @ 5:00PM - 06:00PM Barrett Architectural Review Committee (Open to Public) |
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