Council announces election of Board officers

The Council held its annual Board meeting in Valdez, Alaska, on May 7-8, 2026. Among other business, the Board convened to elect officers who will serve from May 2026 to May 2027. The elected executive committee is comprised of: President: Robert Archibald, representing the City of Homer Vice President: Amanda Bauer, representing the City of … Read more

Council held Board meeting and book launch in Valdez, May 6-8

Artist's digital rendering of fishing vessels pulling oil spill boom in formation.

The Council held a Board meeting in Valdez on Thursday and Friday, May 7-8, 2026. Final Agenda and Meeting Materials In conjunction with the Board meeting, the Council launched its new book, “Protectors of Prince William Sound,” with author and artist Tom Crestodina. This illustrated book explores the equipment, technology, local expertise, and skilled personnel … Read more

Kodiak community engages with on-water oil spill response training

The Council held walking tours for locals to learn about the annual oil spill response training for fishing vessels in Kodiak, Alaska, on April 6 and 7, 2026. This has been a regular event since 2016, rotating through communities in the Exxon Valdez oil spill region. The Kodiak community was invited to join the Council … Read more

Board of Directors to Meet in Valdez, May 7-8

The Council’s May 7-8, 2026 Board of Directors meeting will be held in-person at the Valdez Convention & Civic Center in Valdez, Alaska. The meeting will also be available virtually and telephonically for those unable to travel. Join the meeting: Meeting audio and video, including presentations, will be available streaming online via Zoom (available starting May 7 … Read more

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