Local Emergency Planning Committee (L.E.P.C.)
The purpose of the Henry County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) is to establish an organization, comprised of public officials, industry representatives, and private citizens, to respond to the hazardous chemical environment, develop a comprehensive emergency plan for the community, receive information about accidental chemical releases, and collect, manage and provide public access to information on hazardous chemicals in the community.
Mission
To better protect the citizens, visitors, and environment of Henry County by improving our ability to mitigate hazardous material incidents of other emergency situations. This will be accomplished through sharing information.
Members
We currently have about 50 members on our committee. They represent many different industries and backgrounds to help ensure expertise in all aspects of emergency response. Members include:
Meetings
Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month at 120 Zach Hinton Pkwy. McDonough, GA 30253. 10AM
From I 75 Exit 116 go North on Hwy 155. Cross over Hwy 42 and Race Track Road. Continue past the US Post Office. Turn right between the Wachovia Bank and the Movie Gallery the meeting room is located on the south end of the County Public Safety Annex just behind the Movie Gallery.
How to Join
New members are always welcomed and needed! Please email lepc@co.henry.ga.us for details.