Citizens promoting the environmentally safe operation of the Alyeska terminal and associated tankers.

The Prince William Sound Regional Citizens’ Advisory Council was formed after the Exxon Valdez oil spill to provide a voice for citizens affected by decisions related to the Alyeska pipeline terminal and associated tankers. 

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In this photo, three fishing vessels practice pulling bright orange oil spill boom in proper formation, with a skimmer in the middle of the boom. This configuration creates a channel for collecting and skimming oil.

35 years after Exxon Valdez

How has oil transportation changed in Prince William Sound? In 1989, the few measures in place were inadequate to prevent ...
About the Exxon Valdez oil spill

About the Exxon Valdez oil spill

On March 24, 1989, the oil tanker Exxon Valdez ran aground on a charted rock, Bligh Reef, in Prince William ...
Council report assesses risks and safety culture at Alyeska’s Valdez Marine Terminal

Council report assesses risks and safety culture at Alyeska’s Valdez Marine Terminal

New report: “Assessment of Risks and Safety Culture at Alyeska’s Valdez Marine Terminal” Prepared by Ms. Billie Pirner Garde, contractor ...
Trees and rocky coastline of Prince William Sound.

Request for proposals: Gulf of Alaska Aircraft Charter

The Council is inviting proposals for an aircraft charter to access three intertidal locations in the Gulf of Alaska. The ...
New member entity joins Council

New member entity joins Council

Area recreation enthusiasts now have permanent, dedicated representation on the Council’s Board of Directors. The newly-formed Oil Spill Region Recreational ...
Photo of Tim Robertson on a small motorized boat on the ocean with a rocky coast in the background.

Tim Robertson: Real-life experiences improve oil spill response

Volunteer Spotlight Growing up in western North Carolina, over 3,000 miles away from Alaska, Tim Robertson and his brothers Roy ...
Workshop: Tsunami hazards guidance for vessel operators

Workshop: Tsunami hazards guidance for vessel operators

The Council is partnering with the City of Valdez to hold a workshop to further our understanding of the risks ...
Board of Directors met in Anchorage

Board of Directors met in Anchorage

The Council held a Board meeting in Anchorage on Thursday and Friday, January 25-26, 2024. Final Agenda (PDF) Meeting Materials ...

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