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.
Council News
![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.](https://princewilliprd.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/Hart-3716-1.jpg)
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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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