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.  

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Hiring Public Works Director/Operator
Position Summary Ligonier Township is seeking a highly qualified professional Public Works Director/Equipment Operator. The position plans, directs, reviews and coordinates the Public Works Department and its programs. Pro...  Read more
Posted November 23, 2022

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. The right-of-way width on all our Township roads are between 50 and 120 feet wide. Any grass, flowers, ...  Read more
Posted September 30, 2022

Broadband surveys
There are currently two active broadband surveys that Ligonier Township residents can participate in. Westmoreland County is conducting a Broadband Data Collection and Feasibility Study, that you can access and fill out ...  Read more
Posted August 15, 2022

Ligonier Valley Fire Companies Annual Fund-Raising Campaign
June 2022 To: Ligonier Area Residents It will soon be time for our fire companies - Ligonier, Waterford, Darlington and Wilpen - to conduct our annual fund-raising campaign. The Ligonier Valley Fire Companies' mailing s...  Read more
Posted June 28, 2022

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