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Road closures
Ligonier Township is upgrading stormwater infrastructure on roads that are being resurfaced this summer. Replacing a crosspipe on a narrow road requires the closure of the road at that location while the work is completed. The following roads will experience closures on the following days:
July 10: Chrisner above the reservoir
July 11 & 14: Clark Hollow between Orme and Matson
July 15: Clark Hollow near Tomlinson Lane
July 16: Lower Matson, near 41 Matson Road
July 17: Upper Matson, between 519 Matson and 618 Matson
Dates are weather dependent and subject to change.
The roads will be closed during normal public works operating hours, approximately 6:00 am until 2:00 pm. If the work is not finished by the end of our work day, we will stay on site until the pipe is in and the road is passable. We will not leave any roads closed overnight.
This work will improve our roads, replace failing infrastructure, and lessen the impact of stormwater. We apologize for the temporary inconvenience.
Posted Wednesday, July 9, 2025
2025 road resurfacing
Ligonier Township will be resurfacing the following roads in 2025:
Austraw Road
Berkley Road
Chrisner Road
Clark Hollow Road
Claycomb Road
Jinks Trail
Matson Road
McCurdy Trail
Orme Road
Red Arrow Road
Mallard Lane
Myers School, from Peoples to Woods
The estimated start date of the chip-sealing is August 18.
Maintenance and repairs in preparation for the chip-sealing has already started. Estimated Road Maintenance Cylce
Posted Wednesday, June 25, 2025
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 in the process and do not yet have a timeline, nor cost estimates. The Township will post updates as we receive more information.
UPDATE 10/7/2024: The Westmoreland Conservation District estimates that DEP's permitting process will take 6 to 12 months. We have not yet started the permitting process. The bridge will remain closed through the winter and early 2025.
UPDATE 11/5/2024: The Township has applied for a PennDOT multimodal grant for funding to replace the bridge.
UPDATE 6/5/2025: Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H&H) study is complete. The new bridge or culvert will need to be the same length, which will necessitate removing the existing bridge abutments. Adding time and cost to the project.
UPDATE 7/10/2025: Permitting process started.
Posted Thursday, July 10, 2025
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 stormwater created from the impervious surface, as well as capturing 20% of stormwater from impervious surfaces that already exist on the parcel.
See the Zoning page for permits and additional information. Stormwater Ordinance
Posted Tuesday, November 12, 2024
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 within 16 feet of the center line of the roadway may be cut. The priority of our road crew is clearing sight lines for driving on our backroads, and while they do a good job, we are not professional landscapers. We recommend that if you are able you trim your front yards yourself you do so.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping keeping our roadways safe.
Posted Wednesday, 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 county, municipality, street name, route number, and any landmarks that will help PennDOT locate the problem area.
For a complete list of Township maintained roads, click here.
Posted Wednesday, October 27, 2021
USDA Home Owners Assistance Programs
USDA offers the following housing programs:
USDA 504 Repair Grant Program for very low income homeowners 62 years of age or older please call 724-261-3887 or email pasfh@usda.gov. (Great for senior residents that need to repair or replace on lot septic systems- but not limited to that!)
USDA 504 Repair Loan Program for very low income homeowners please call 724-261-3887 or email pasfh@usda.gov. (Great for residents that need to repair or replace on lot septic systems-but not limited to that!)
USDA 502 Purchase Program for low or very low income applicants please call 717-237-2186 or email pasfh@usda.gov.
USDA Guaranteed Purchase program for moderate, low or very low income applicants please email SFHGLPFOUR@usda.gov.
USDA 538 Guaranteed Program for Multi-Family acquisition/rehab please contact Elizabeth Bell at 717-237-2273 or email elizabeth.bell@usda.gov.
For more information, click here.
Posted Thursday, October 21, 2021
Septic Tank Systems
If you are having problems with your septic tank please contact the Township's Sewage Enforcement Officer (SEO), Mike D'Arrigo of Apex Companies at 814-718-9188 or 814-443-3344. The SEO will help determine the cause of the problem, the best repairs for a long-term solution and whether or not a permit is required. Examples of repairs that require a permit include replacing or enlarging treatment tanks, replacing pumps, repairing distribution boxes and distribution (leach) fields, and replacing piping between houses, treatment tanks and distribution fields. The SEO oversees repairs made by contractors.
Posted Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Recycling Programs
Mixed paper and flattened cardboard may be dropped off in their respective receptacles located in the Township Municipal Complex parking lot. Please do not leave materials behind (i.e. litter) if the bins are full!
Plastic bags, bubble wrap, and air pillows can be recycled at most grocery stores.
McInchok Sanitation, Biz-Up Sanitation, Waste Management, and Republic Services offer curbside service in some areas of the Township- please call them directly for more details and to confirm program availability for your residence.
Westmoreland Cleanways takes electronics, tires, lead acid batteries, freon appliances, fluorescent tubes, glass, and other hard to dispose items. Click here to visit their website: Westmoreland Cleanways
Posted Thursday, December 21, 2023
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