The mission of the Pennington County LEPC is to collect and maintain information on hazardous materials being used in or passing through the county; to analyze associated risks and vulnerabilities, and develop an effective emergency plan; to make planning information readily available to responders and the general public; and, to provide a continuing forum for the local community to discuss hazardous materials issues.
Eligible Uses for Funds:
SDCL 1-50-10 states that the funds will be distributed as grants to be “Expended by the LEPCs to defray the expenses of operating the SARA Title III program and for related Title I activities.” Remember that Title I outlines the five levels of training for response to a hazardous materials incident. This can incorporate a wide variety of activities including, but not limited to: