Honesdale Borough

What Honesdale Borough does

Honesdale Borough is a municipal government entity incorporated on January 28, 1831, serving as the county seat of Wayne County, Pennsylvania. The borough delivers a standard portfolio of municipal services to residents and businesses within its jurisdictional limits, including police protection, fire department support, public works (snow plowing, yard debris collection, street maintenance), parks and recreation facilities (Central Park, Gibbons Park, pool complex, Apple Grove Dog Park), planning and zoning administration, parking management, and sewer utility oversight via representation on the Central Wayne Regional Authority board.

Underlying operational infrastructure includes an official website, TextMyGov SMS alert system, and multi-channel social media presence (Facebook pages for borough/police/parks, Twitter, LinkedIn). Permits, applications, and forms are processed through both in-person borough hall services (958 Main Street, open M-F 9AM-3PM) and online self-serve forms via third-party JotForm. The borough manages a multi-department structure with appointed officials including a Mayor (Derek Williams), interim Borough Manager (Kevin Kundratic), Police Chief (Don Thacher), and Director of Public Works (David Nilsen), supported by boards and commissions.

The borough's revenue mechanics are tax-and-fee based rather than commercial. Property taxes, local services tax (occupational privilege), permit and fee revenue (building, zoning, parking, rental licenses, street opening, fireworks), pool memberships, and parking meter permits constitute the principal funding streams. Intergovernmental grants (e.g., DCNR's $114,000 Community Conservation Partnerships Program grant for the Apple Grove Dog Park, with supplemental PMVB Community Impact Grant funding in 2024) supplement operational funding. There is no equity, venture, or private capital involvement; the entity is publicly owned and governed by an elected Borough Council accountable to residents.

Name

Honesdale Borough

Legal name

Borough of Honesdale

Website

https://honesdaleborough.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1831

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Honesdale Borough is a municipal government entity serving as the county seat of Wayne County, Pennsylvania, delivering police, fire, public works, parks, zoning, parking, and sewer services to borough residents and businesses, funded by property taxes, fees, and grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Executive Offices (921110), Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251)

akta.pro primary industry

Mayor/City Manager & General Administration (BPAIACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF), Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (BPAIACAI), Parking & Curbside Management Authorities (Municipal Parking, Permits, Loading Zones) (BPAIALAL)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Public safety administration
• Public works infrastructure
• Parks and recreation
• Planning and zoning

Headquarters

HQ city

Honesdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Property Tax Revenue: Honesdale Borough collects property taxes from residents and businesses within the borough limits to fund municipal operations, services, and infrastructure maintenance.
2. Permit and Fee Revenue: Revenue generated from various permits including building permits, zoning permits, parking permits, rental property licenses, street opening permits, fireworks permits, garage sale permits, and other municipal fees.
3. Pool Memberships and Recreation Fees: Revenue from pool memberships, pool rates, swim lesson registrations, and park use fees for recreation facilities.
4. Local Services Tax: Occupational privilege tax collected from employees working in the borough.
5. Parking Meter and Permit Fees: Revenue from parking meter permits (ten-hour meter permits in monthly, quarterly, and yearly options) and Park & Shop lot permits.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Honesdale Borough is a municipal government entity that provides essential public services to residents and businesses within borough limits. Core offerings include public safety (police and fire), public works (snow plowing, yard debris collection, street maintenance), parks and recreation (pool, parks, dog park, community events), planning and zoning, parking permit management, and sewer utility oversight. Services are funded through property taxes, fees, and permits.

Product overview

Honesdale Borough is a municipal government entity providing a comprehensive range of public services to residents. The borough operates a multi-department structure delivering core services including government administration, public safety (police and fire), public works (snow plowing, yard debris collection, street maintenance), parks and recreation (pool, parks, dog park, community events), planning and zoning, parking services, and sewer utility. Additional offerings include various permit and form services available online through third-party platforms, and a text message notification system for borough alerts. The borough does not offer commercial technology products but provides essential municipal services to the community.

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Government Administration Services Municipal administrative services including council meetings, public information, tax collection, and borough management provided to residents and businesses.
• Public Safety Services Police and fire department services including emergency response, law enforcement, and fire protection for borough residents and businesses.
• Public Works Infrastructure maintenance services including snow plowing, yard debris collection, street maintenance, leaf collection, and stormwater management.
• Parks and Recreation Recreational facilities and programs including Central Park, Gibbons Park, Honesdale Borough Pool, Apple Grove Dog Park, and community events like summer concert series.
• Planning and Zoning Services Land use planning, zoning permits, building code enforcement, and property maintenance regulation within the borough.
• Parking Services Parking permits and meter management for borough streets and designated parking areas including ten-hour meter permits and Park & Shop lot permits.
• Sewer Utility Services Public sewer services and sewage enforcement through representation on the Central Wayne Regional Authority Board.
• Honesdale Borough Pool Public swimming pool offering daily pool rates, membership subscriptions, and swim lessons at scheduled hours (Monday-Friday 1PM-8PM, Saturday-Sunday 12PM-7:30PM).
• Apple Grove Dog Park Off-leash dog park located at 1872 Fair Avenue, developed with DCNR grant funding and community partnerships.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Central Wayne Regional Authority (CWRA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHonesdale Borough has representation on the Central Wayne Regional Authority Board. Borough-appointed members include James Hart (Term Expires 12/31/2028), Jerome Theobald (Term Expires 12/31/2030), and Jeremy Ebert (Term Expires 12/31/2029). CWRA handles regional sewer services.
• Greater Honesdale Partnership (GHP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGHP is a key community partner for events including Summer Concert Series, Fourth of July Fireworks, Music in Pavilion, GHP Balloon Arch, and community development initiatives. The borough collaborates with GHP on Torrey Lane and Commercial Street design projects.
• People's Playground ProjectcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe People's Playground Project is partnering with Honesdale Borough to build an inclusive playground in Central Park. Council has formally accepted the Central Park Playground Plan as a guiding document. Phase 1 has been initiated with swings ordered for installation by end of Summer or early Fall 2026. Funds held in Wayne County Community Foundation account.
• Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWCCF manages donation accounts for Friends of Honesdale Parks and the People's Playground Project. Donations for parks improvements and the playground project are processed through the WCCF website.
• Honesdale Fire DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent fire department serving the borough with support from borough resources and personnel including the Volunteer Municipal Emergency Management Coordinator position.
• Vacancy Board MembersminorOthersVacancy Board members review commission or agency vacancies: Tom Shepstone (Chairman), James Brennan, James Hamill, Tiffany Rogers, William McAllister, Jason Newbon, Kim Fisch, and James Cordaro.
• Honesdale National Bank (HNB)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting Sponsor of Central Park Stage. HNB is a locally owned independent community bank serving Northeastern Pennsylvania since 1836.
• Barna LawminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting Sponsor of Central Park Stage. Law firm based in Honesdale, PA providing legal representation in the region.
• VFW Post 531minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity Sponsor of Central Park Stage. Veterans organization committed to honoring veterans and supporting active-duty service members and their families.
• Charles W. Grimm Construction, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity Sponsor of Central Park Stage. General contractor based in Waymart, PA specializing in commercial, industrial, and residential construction since 1975.
• Pioneer ConstructionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupporting Sponsor of Central Park Stage. Located at 3298 Lake Ariel Hwy.
• Sage InvestmentsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupporting Sponsor of Central Park Stage. Located at 215 8th Street, Honesdale, PA 18431.
• Schwartz Wealth ManagementminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupporting Sponsor of Central Park Stage. Located at 831 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431.
• The Dime BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupporting Sponsor of Central Park Stage. Located at 820 Church Street.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Milford Borough, PA: Small Pike County borough providing the standard slate of municipal services. Similar headcount scale and rural-suburban Pennsylvania context make it a tight operational comparable to Honesdale Borough.
• Stroudsburg Borough, PA: Monroe County seat borough with a similar mix of public safety, public works, parking, and parks/recreation services. Comparable in governance structure though larger in scale.
• Towanda Borough, PA: Bradford County seat borough operating the full municipal stack similar to Honesdale. County-seat status and rural Pennsylvania setting make the operating model highly comparable.
• Dallas Borough, PA: Luzerne County borough of similar small-to-mid scale operating police, public works, parks, and zoning. Comparable Pennsylvania borough governance and revenue model.
• Prompton Borough, PA: Small immediately adjacent Wayne County borough. Useful as a peer for understanding minimum-scale municipal service delivery in the same sub-region as Honesdale.
• Carbondale Borough, PA: Northeast Pennsylvania borough of comparable scale operating police, fire, public works, parks, and zoning functions. Highly comparable governance structure, revenue mix (property tax + fees), and service portfolio to Honesdale Borough.
• East Stroudsburg Borough, PA: Neighboring Monroe County borough delivering the same core municipal services as Honesdale. Comparable operational scope and Pennsylvania borough governance framework.
• Hawley Borough, PA: Immediately adjacent Wayne County borough with overlapping service responsibilities and shared regional partners (including Wayne County Community Foundation). Direct geographic and functional peer to Honesdale Borough.

Broad incumbents

• City of Scranton, PA: Larger Lackawanna County municipal entity providing the same categories of services (police, fire, public works, parks, zoning) at greater scale. Useful benchmark for municipal service delivery standards in NE Pennsylvania.

Others

• Wayne County, PA: County-level government adjacent to Honesdale Borough, sharing service-area geography and several partner relationships (e.g., Wayne County Community Foundation). Not a direct competitor but a closely intertwined government partner.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/HonesdaleBoro
• Facebookfacebook.com/HonesdaleBoro
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/honesdaleboro

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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