Legacy Award
Cook Inlet RCAC was recognized by the Pacific States-British Columbia Oil Spill Task Force for its work in the field of oil spill prevention. The Task Force, which represents the west coast states, and British Columbia, chose Cook Inlet RCAC to be one of seven recipients of the 1999 Legacy Award for Oil Spill Prevention. The new award program was created to recognize individuals and organizations that successfully implement exemplary oil spill prevention policies and programs Task force Executive Coordinator Jean Cameron said the Legacy Award winners are, "models for others in industry, government, and the public to emulate as we enter a new century; Cook Inlet RCAC's leadership and vision are worthy of this honor."In selecting Cook Inlet RCAC for the award, Cameron noted that the Council has consistently been a strong voice for oil spill prevention measures in Cook Inlet. The Task Force Executive Coordinator also cited the important role CIRCAC has played in sponsoring studies on broken ice, the potential for accidents caused by human error, the structural integrity of oil platforms in Cook Inlet, and navigational hazards in the area.
In 2000, Captain Hubert "Glen" Glenzer received the Legacy Award for his longtime commitment to Cook Inlet RCAC's mission of safe marine transporation and oil facility operations Captain Glenzer had served on the Council since its inception in 1990, most recently as the president of the Board of Directors.
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