Local Emergency Planning Committee
NJOEM Local Government Officials Emergency Preparedness Planning Resources
The Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), established in accordance Borough Code §3-76, assists the municipality in establishing the various local volunteer agencies needed to meet the requirements of all local emergency management activities in accordance with the rules and regulations established by the Governor of the State of New Jersey.
The LEPC is composed of not more than seven members, appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the Borough Council, who hold office at the will and pleasure of the Council.
The Emergency Management Coordinator is a member and serves as chairman of the LEPC.
LEPC Members
- Kenneth Krohe, Emergency Management Coordinator & LEPC Chairman
- Mayor Rose P. Araneo
- James Lawson, Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator
- Michael Ferm, Police Chief
- Edward Lewandowski, Fire Chief
- Bill Kane, Public Works Superintendent
- Dr. Lisa Savoia, Superintendent of Schools (or designee)