LINCOLN COUNTY
Emergency Management Agency
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VOLUNTEER GROUP
LEPC — Local Emergency Planning Committee
A committee of local officials, responders, and residents working to protect the citizens of Lincoln County. The LEPC develops hazardous materials safety and emergency response plans, and promotes hazardous materials safety awareness throughout our community.
About this team
LEPC members review local hazard plans, oversee Tier II hazardous chemical reporting, and help coordinate a unified response plan across all towns in Lincoln County. Membership includes elected officials, emergency responders, public health and hospital representatives, industry and transportation partners, media, and the general public — as required under Maine law and the federal Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA).
Community Right to Know
The LEPCs have established a Community Right to Know Program that includes the chemicals that have been reported to the LEPC by local business and facilities.
LEPCs roles and responsibilities as outline by The Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) U.S.C. T-42.116
How to join
1) Reach out to the EMA office to express interest
2) Attend a quarterly LEPC meeting as a guest
3) Get appointed by the committee
Resources
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LEPC Information (EPA)
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EPCRA Overview (EPA)
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Maine SERC / Federal Reference Materials
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Lincoln County LEPC Constitution and By-Laws
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National LEPC Handbook
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LCEMA Meeting Minutes: 5/14/25 · 7/9/25 · 10/8/25 · 1/17/26