Who we are

The LEPC supports emergency planning for chemical hazards and provides local government and the public with information about possible chemical hazards. We work together to achieve goals that help our community prepare for emergencies through education and coordinated planning. We also address citizen concerns. If you have a concern, please contact us.

Our members represent many parts of the community: government, private industry, and organizations. Our quarterly meetings are open to the public Some counties, like ours, work together as one LEPC. The State Emergency Response Commission determines how LEPC districts are divided.

The Potter & Randall County LEPC was established in 1987. In 1986, the U.S. Congress passed legislation called the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA). This act is also known as Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (or SARA Title III). It requires every county in the nation to form and maintain an LEPC.

Membership Types

  • Those persons or organizations named shall represent the various professional and community groups as designated by Title III, SARA. Members of the LEPC shall be residents of or conduct business in Potter and Randall Counties.

  • Specific organizations approved for membership by the LEPC as an organization.  That organization shall designate a representative who shall have one vote for the organization.  That vote may be presented by proxy designation.

  • Individuals who may provide expertise in areas of concern to the LEPC.  These members shall have to vote or hold office and will not be carried on the LEPC state roster.  These members will receive all mailings and information.

Meet the Team

  • Jason Castillo

    Chair

  • Chris Stirk

    Co-Chair

  • Brandilynn Lodholm

    Secretary

  • Jaric Hubner

    Information Officer

What is the Community Right-to-Know Act?

The Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 was authorized by Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act to help communities plan for chemical emergencies. It requires industry to report on the storage, use, and releases of certain chemicals to federal, state, tribal, territorial, and/or local governments. It also requires these reports to be used to prepare for and protect their communities from potential risks. 

Learn more

TIER II Reporting

Find out if and when you must report stored hazardous chemicals and how to create, submit, and pay for reports.

  • All Tier II Reports must be submitted using the online Tier II Reporting system available through STEERS.

  • NEW Annual Tier II Reports are available to be started as of November 1st, but cannot be submitted until January 1st at the earliest. Annual reports will be due by March 1st. See here for other reporting deadlines.

How to Report

Links to pages to help you create, submit, and pay for your reports.

Reporting Steps

1: Types of Reports and Their Deadlines
2: Setting Up STEERS
3: Tier II Core Data
4: Tier II Reporting
5: Paying Fees
6: Accessing & Submitting Reports