The six member military panel who found Buber guilty, sentenced him to 33 years and a dishonorable discharge. His case will automatically go before the convening authority, Major General Lovelace, for review. The spill was triggered by a control system equipment failure, and released a crude oil and water mix from tanks. Reports state 29,000 gallons of crude and 2,100 gallons of ethylene glycol were spilled within the boundaries of the gathering center. The mix was contained within a containment cell and are being reprocessed for use.
Investigators have yet to determine the reason for the failure.
Alaska Department of Environment Conservation officials say with the amount of crude running through centers, the number of spills are minimal. Growing up in today's society is not an easy task for children and teens. The program is designed to give educators and other adults the tools needed to help build student assets. The North Pole leadership academy will have a new home for the 2000 -2001 school year. The academy is a an alternative to the traditional high school program and is in its fourth year.