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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Council News

Board meeting and public events in Valdez, May 2024

Board meeting and public events in Valdez, May 2024

The Council conducted regular business during the meeting, including seating of established directors and committee members, election of new board ...
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 ...
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 ...
Now Hiring: IT/Admin Assistant

Now Hiring: IT/Admin Assistant

The Council is seeking skilled and experienced applicants for the IT/Admin Assistant position in Anchorage! We are seeking an IT ...
Photo of Prince William Sound with water in the foreground and mountains in the background. The focs of the image is the fluke, or tail, of a humpback whale peeking out of the water.

Prince William Sound citizens’ council remains committed to its mission

Correcting the record: the council is concerned about protecting whale populations from impacts of the oil industry in our region ...
Council announces election of board officers to serve until May 2025

Council announces election of board officers to serve until May 2025

The Council held its annual board meeting in Valdez, Alaska, on May 2-3, 2024. Among other business, the Board convened ...
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 ...

To notify the Council about an oil spill incident, please call 907.751.4489

(Incident reporting open 24/7)

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