Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)

The Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) is a committee currently chaired by the Director of Emergency Management.   The Committee consists of representation from Local Businesses, School Department, Fire Department, Police Department, Gas and Electric, Public Health, Senior Center, Local Hospitals, Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency, Red Cross, Salvation Army, Westfield State College, Business Development and the Massachusetts National Guard.  The LEPC attempts to conduct a minimum of two exercises per year to better prepare the City for responding to an emergency situation.

The LEPC wants to expand to include surrounding communities and be positioned to answer questions and assist businesses with their emergency response needs.  If you are interested in learning more about the LEPC or participating, please contact the Westfield Emergency Management Agency at 413-568-1222.  

Meetings are held quarterly.

Chair - Jim Wiggs
Vice Chair - Matt Medeiros
Vice Chair - Mark Jackson
Secretary/Treasurer - Peter Cowles