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 6,056 at the time of the 2020 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.
Announcements
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Trick or Treat
Trick or Treating in the Township will be Thursday, October 31 from 6-8 pm.... Read more
Posted September 25, 2024
Ramsey Road bridge closure
Effective immediately, Ligonier Township is closing the Ramsey Road bridge in Wilpen, at the recommendation of the Township's engineer. The detour is Robb Road. The Township intends to replace the bridge, but we are very early i... Read more
Posted October 7, 2024
Stormwater requirements
As of June 12, 2023, any development or construction in Ligonier Township that creates 1,000 or more square feet of impervious surface will be required to fill out additional stormwater permits, and be required to capture 100% of the s... Read more
Posted December 21, 2023
Township mowing and tree trimming
Residents, please be aware that our Public Works crew is out on the Township roads mowing and trimming trees and brush. Most Township roads have a right-of-way width of 33 feet. Any grass, flowers, trees, shrubs, or other growth with... Read more
Posted January 24, 2024
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 include the cou... Read more
Posted October 27, 2021
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