Local Emergency Planning Committee
About the LEPC:
The requirements for Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), established under the Environmental Protection Act, is designed to foster a partnership between government agencies and industry to improve hazardous materials preparedness and chemical emergency responses. However, the Los Alamos LEPC has broadened its focus to include preparedness for a wide range of hazards, affecting everyone in the community. We host quarterly meetings that are open to everyone, offering a platform to identify and address challenges and resources in planning for and responding to any hazardous incidents.
Meeting Information:
Hosted By: The Los Alamos Emergency Management Office.
Frequency: Quarterly meetings to ensure ongoing readiness and community engagement.
Announcements: Look out for press releases and advertisements from the Emergency Management Office announcing the meeting dates. (NEXT MEETING: May 23 2024, at 2 p.m., Fuller Lodge - Skywarn training administered by the National Weather Service.)
Attendees: We encourage participation from businesses, non-profits, schools, daycare centers, residents, and senior centers – essentially, anyone invested in the community's safety and preparedness.
Location: In a shift to accommodate more participants and ensure convenience, some meetings will be hosted virtually.
Meeting Agenda: At these meetings, we arrange for speakers to cover various topics, addressing concerns, challenges, and issues related to disasters. Discussions will focus on troubleshooting solutions and strategies to better prepare the community for effective response in emergencies. We also accept suggestions for future meeting topics (email us at lacoem@lacnm.us).
Why Attend LEPC Meetings?
Mandate: Federal regulations require the hosting of LEPC meetings, making them an essential aspect of our community's emergency preparedness efforts.
Community Engagement: These meetings are a crucial avenue for engaging with the community, understanding shared concerns, and collectively improving our disaster response capabilities.
Grant Opportunities: Participation and active engagement in LEPC meetings open up opportunities for grants that can fund community preparedness and response initiatives.
Please join us at our next LEPC meeting to be part of a community dedicated to safety, preparedness, and resilience in the face of emergencies. The next meeting is planned for May 23 2024, at 2 p.m., Fuller Lodge - Skywarn training administered by the National Weather Service. Feel free to contact us for more information.
Email: lacoem@lacnm.us
Phone: 505.662.8283
Address: 2500 Trinity Dr., Los Alamos, NM