The California Local Emergency Planning Committee - Region I (LEPC - Region I) is an association of appointed members from the counties of San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, and Orange. The mission of the LEPC - Region I is to protect the people, property, and natural resources within its jurisdiction from the potential effects of emergencies involving hazardous materials.

Who Can Join?  Anyone working for a state/local governmental agency, public or private organization within the counties listed above can be appointed as a LEPC representative .  Participating members should have active positions dealing with Emergency Preparedness, Emergency Response and/or Hazardous Materials Management.

Who Currently Supports LEPC - Region I?  You can review a list of our current supporters.  If your organization is not represented, please contact LEPC - Region I.

How Do I Get Appointed?  To be appointed to LEPC - Region I, please provide your information to LEPC - Region I and the proper representative will contact you directly.

What Does It Cost to Join LEPC - Region I?  LEPC Region I has no associated fees and appointed members volunteer their time.

Why Join LEPC - Region I?  Being a participating member of LEPC - Region I shows a commitment of your organization to Emergency Preparedness, Response and Hazardous Materials Safety. 

General meetings of the LEPC - Region I are held approximately every two months and are open to the public. The location of the meeting is changes to accomodate the region's large area.
 
For more information about the LEPC - Region I, please contact LEPC - Region I.