Government - Municipalities - Carbon County

Jim Thorpe is a significant part of the history and development of Carbon County and our Country. While serving as Carbon County’s seat, Jim Thorpe is the home of approximatly 5,000 residents who take pride in the traditions of their town.

Self-sufficient; is a word that describes the town of Weatherly, from the early years of this community; generating its own electricity, providing water to its residents, managing its resources, and providing protection.