The 23-member planning council advises the County Executive on matters pertaining to hazardous materials. The group also reviews annually the County's Hazardous Materials Response Plan, regulates hazardous materials at the local level, makes recommendations on training of emergency personnel, and ensures citizen access to hazardous materials information from regulated facilities.
Members serve two-year terms without compensation.
Interested persons should submit an application form and a brief letter, detailing any relevant experience and describing why they are interested in serving on the planning council. The deadline is March 21, 2001. Members are recommended by the County Executive and appointed by the Governor.