Welcome to Ligonier Twp., Pennsylvania

The Ligonier Township is located in the Laurel Highlands, it covers 92 square miles and is the second largest township in the Westmoreland County.  The boroughs of Ligonier and Laurel Mountain reside within the Township, but are separate government entities.  The population was 6,603 at the time of the 2010 Census.  It contains the following communities: Darlington, Laughlintown, Oak Grove, Rector, Waterford, and Wilpen in zip codes 15655, 15658 and 15677.

Services include police and fire protection, maintenance of local roads and streets, local planning and zoning, parks and recreation, recycling, licensing of businesses and code enforcement.  The Ligonier Township Municipal Authority (LTMA) provides water and sewage service to township residents.  The Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County (MAWC) also provides water and sewage service to some residents.  The reservoir is located at the base of the mountain above Waterford.

The township was established in 1822 and is steeped in history.  For more information, please visit the Ligonier Valley Historical Society.  

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Meeting Agenda Change
At yeseterday's meeting (May 10, 2022) the board voted to amend the agenda. Per Act 65 the ameneded agenda can be found ...  Read more
Posted May 11, 2022

Broadband Survey
The Southwestern Pennsylvania (SWPA) Connected initiative is asking community members to take a brief survey online (or by phone) to provide information about their current internet access and experience. Eligible participant...  Read more
Posted November 24, 2021

How to Report Road Concerns
PennDOT encourages motorists to report state roadway concerns by calling: 1-800-FIX-ROAD Do not use this number to report traffic accidents, disabled vehicles, or other emergencies. Do be specific as possible and inclu...  Read more
Posted October 27, 2021

Septic Tank Systems
If you are having problems with your septic tank please contact the Township's Sewage Enforcement Officer (SEO), Mike D'Arrgio of Mesko & Associates, Inc. at (814) 255-6901. The SEO will help determine the cause of the probl...  Read more
Posted October 21, 2021

Stormwater Survey
The Ligonier Township is seeking information from its residents to help set priorities for stormwater management. Your input is important!...  Read more
Posted October 21, 2021