As expressed by the citizens of Pittsburgh, the purpose of the Citizen Police Review Board is to receive, investigate and recommend appropriate action on complaints regarding police misconduct and to improve the relationship between the police department and the community. The Board is composed of seven City residents, none of whom may be employed by the City or any of its Authorities. The Mayor directly appoints three Members and selects the remaining four Members for appointment from a list of nominees submitted by City Council . Vacancies or term conclusions are filled according to the initial appointment protocol. No more than two Members may be experienced law enforcement professionals, and no Member may be a sworn, currently employed law enforcement officer.
Members serve without compensation.