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Due to the COVID-19 public health crisis, the Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold all meetings
through conference calls (dial in: 866-803-2146, pass code: 4820467) or virtual online sessions until further notice.
For additional information, contact LEPC Chairman Dennis Dudley at 301-600-1418 or via e-mail.
LEPC Meeting Dates 2020
September 21, 7:00 pm - virtual; see agenda for instructions on how to participate in the virtual meeting
Officers
Dennis Dudley, Chair - Frederick County Department of Emergency Preparedness
David Barnes, Vice Chair - Frederick County Division of Fire and Rescue Services
Vacant - Secretary
Jack Markey, Community Emergency Coordinator - Frederick County Division of Emergency Management
About the LEPC
The Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) is appointed by the Frederick County Executive and confirmed by the Frederick County Council to increase preparedness and response for members of the general public, industry and various government agencies. This is accomplished through regular information sharing, effective communication and collaborative training. The LEPC specializes in planning, preparedness, response and mitigation for various emergencies that may occur in or around Frederick County.
In accordance with the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA) under Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA), the Frederick County LEPC also provides citizens with information about hazardous materials that are used, stored, manufactured, released or spilled in their communities and maintains an emergency plan in cooperation with the facilities and local responders.
Visit the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE)to learn about Tier II reporting and other EPCRA requirements.
Visit the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to learn more about EPCRA.
Participants
LEPC general meetings are held on a quarterly basis and open to all members of the public, the private sector, and government agencies who are interested in emergency preparedness. Participants include representatives of neighborhood associations, health care organizations, public safety agencies, schools and other non-profit organizations, large and small businesses, and government agencies.
All interested community members are encouraged to attend.