Somerset County to Host Public Meetings on Chemical Emergency Preparedness

(For Immediate Release – Somerset County, NJ): 

Residents who want to know more about the specific hazardous chemicals that may be within their municipality and how the information is communicated to the public and managed by the facilities, are encouraged to attend two upcoming public meetings hosted by the Somerset County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the Somerset County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC). These sessions will highlight the critical role the LEPC plays in shaping Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) and keep the public informed about chemical safety.

“The partnership between the OEM and LEPC ensures that emergency planning is both thorough and transparent,” said Somerset County Commissioner Director Shanel Y. Robinson, liaison to the Office of Emergency Management. “These meetings give residents the chance to see how local agencies and community partners work together to prepare for chemical incidents. As a County, we are proud to have such a strong model of collaboration that prioritizes public safety and access to information regarding life-saving emergency procedures.”

Meeting Dates

• Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 5 p.m.
• Thursday, August 19, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Both meetings are open to the public and will be held at the Somerset County Emergency Services Training Academy, located at 402 Roycefield Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844.

Under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act, local emergency planning committees must develop an ERP, review the plan at least annually, and provide information about chemicals in the community to citizens.

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About Somerset County

The County of Somerset is committed to excellence and innovation in public service, promoting the well-being of all residents and communities by providing effective, efficient, and responsive leadership.

Somerset County LEPC
The LEPC was formed as a result of the Federal Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act of 1986. Its purpose is to provide citizens and emergency responders with information about chemicals in Somerset County. The law requires communities plan for chemical emergencies and establish a chain of command using the National Incident Management System to make sure requirements are met. The LEPC is part of the chain of command.

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