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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Recycling is open!
The recycling bins were emptied today (January 5) and are open to the public again. Thank you for your patience. ...  Read more
Posted January 5, 2022

Zoning Hearing Board Vacancy
The Township is currently seeking letters of interest to fill a vacancy on its Zoning Hearing Board. Letters will be accepted until the position is filled. For more information, click...  Read more
Posted December 22, 2021

2022 Draft Budget
Notice is hereby given that the Ligonier Township Supervisors intend to introduce the 2022 Budget on Tuesday, November 9 at the regular Supervisors meeting. Supervisors intend to adopt the 2022 Budget on Tuesday, December 14...  Read more
Posted December 1, 2021

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

The Township is hiring!
The Ligonier Township Public Works Department is seeking a permanent, full-time laborer/equipment operator. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of maintenance work and operate various equipment in the construction, op...  Read more
Posted November 5, 2021