Historic preservation after Boys School demolition
Summary
A $782,000 demolition grant payment will tear down buildings vacant since the 1990s on Birch Street in East Stroudsburg, and it protects a $1.8 million state redevelopment grant. The site could soon be sold and returned to productive use.
At a glance
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Last discussed Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
$781,966 in grant funds; potential new tax revenue once redeveloped.
East Stroudsburg residents and future businesses on the cleaned-up site.
Supporters of the demolished schoolhouse; historic structures at risk without a conservancy.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Commissioners Public — September 2, 2026
A commissioner noted the recent demolition of the historic Boys School surprised many residents, and pointed to the county's historic preservation plan, its recommendation to create a conservancy, and 16 registered historic buildings residents can visit.
Commissioners' Public — April 15, 2026
A $782,000 demolition grant payment will tear down buildings vacant since the 1990s on Birch Street in East Stroudsburg, and it protects a $1.8 million state redevelopment grant. The site could soon be sold and returned to productive use.
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