Boards and Commissions

ESSB 5432, 2005 Regular Session
Oil Spill Advisory Council

The primary purpose of the council is to maintain the state's vigilance in, by ensuring an emphasis on, the prevention of oil spills to marine waters, while recognizing the importance of also improving preparedness and response.

Number of appointments by Governor:

19

Term in Years:

Unknown

Compensation:

Expenses Plus $100 Per Day

Qualification:

(2)(a) In addition to members appointed under (b) of this subsection, the council is composed of the chair-facilitator and sixteen members representing various interests as follows:Three representatives of environmental organizations; One representative of commercial shellfish interests; One representative of commercial fisheries that primarily fishes in Washington waters; One representative of marine recreation; One representative of tourism interests; Three representatives of county government from counties bordering Puget Sound, the Columbia river/Pacific Ocean, and the Strait of Juan de Fuca/San Juan Islands; One representative of marine labor; Two representatives of marine trade interests; One representative of major oil facilities; One representative of public ports; and an individual who resides on a shoreline who has an interest, experience, and familiarity in the protection of water quality. In addition to the members identified in this subsection, the governor shall invite the participation of tribal governments through the appointment of two representatives to the council. Appointments to the council shall reflect a geographical balance and the diversity of populations within the areas potentially affected by oil spills to state waters.

Number of yearly meetings:

4

PDC Filing:

No

Senate Confirmation Required:

No

Current Members (pdf)