The primary focus of the Prevention, Response, Operations, & Safety (PROPS) Committee is related to work plan development, as well as projects and studies designed to provide recommendations for minimizing oil spill risk in Cook Inlet. The secondary focus of the Committee is to review and monitor spill response efforts and the use of the best available technology. The Committee formulates advice and recommendations for the Board of Directors. Committee members and staff work together to advance projects and facilitate communications among citizens, regulatory groups, special interest groups, and industry. Members of the PROPS committee often apply their experience with the regulatory process, oil facility operations, or maritime issues and to address related issues.

Members of the PROPS Committee:

Council Members

Chair - Bob Flint
Grace Merkes
Rob Lindsey
Michael Opheim
Deric Marcorelle
Carla Stanley
Paul Shadura

Public Members

Vice Chair - Bob Favretto
Bill Osborn
Ted Moore
Scott Hamann
Jan Hansen
John Bauer
Doug Jones
Steven Lufkin