2025 Municipal Candidate Survey

Why We Created This Survey

Local elections matter. Township supervisors and municipal leaders make decisions that directly impact Vacation Rental Homes (VRHs) in the Poconos—shaping regulations, fees, taxes, and zoning policies that affect property owners, residents, and the local economy.

VRHs are more than just rentals. With over 6,500 properties across Wayne, Pike, Monroe, and Carbon Counties, they contribute an estimated $3 billion annually to the regional economy, generate millions in tax revenue, and support thousands of jobs. At the same time, VRHs are often part of important community discussions around housing, neighborhoods, and growth.

The Poconos VRO Municipal Candidate Survey was created to help voters understand where local candidates stand on these issues.

What the Survey Covers

The survey asks candidates to share their views on:

• Vacation Rental Home policy, zoning, and regulation (12 questions)

• Other top-of-mind community issues (3 questions)

• Their overall vision for supporting the balance between residents, visitors, and property owners

The survey takes about 15 minutes to complete.

Our Commitment to Transparency

We will publish responses exactly as submitted by the candidates. Non-responses will also be noted so voters know which candidates chose not to participate. This ensures a fair, transparent process where the information comes directly from the candidates themselves.

This survey was distributed to all Township Supervisor / Commissioner candidates in Coolbaugh, Tobyhanna, Kidder, Tunkhannock, Jackson, Smithfield, Barrett, Chestnut, Eldred, Hamilton, Paradise, Polk, Rose, Stroud and Pocono Townships.

How to Use This Page

• Learn: Read candidate positions before voting.

• Compare: See where candidates align—or differ—on issues that matter most to your community.

• Decide: Cast your vote knowing where each candidate stands.

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