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Board seeks members: outreach at markets, neighborhood events and schools; three vacancies remain
Summary
The board reported ongoing recruitment efforts including farmers-market outreach, neighborhood events and a Sept. 7 mayoral initiative event; the seven‑member board currently has four members and three vacancies. Staff encouraged members to staff outreach tables and suggested targeted outreach to underrepresented wards and schools.
The Civilian Police Review Board has three open seats and is actively recruiting, members said at the Aug. 27 meeting. Staff and board members described summer outreach at farmers markets, neighborhood events and school partnerships and encouraged volunteers to staff a table at an upcoming Sept. 7 Philo Road Ahead event in the Sunnycrest Center parking lot.
Board staff said the office has been on wait lists for some market dates and is exploring additional venues to maximize recruitment. Board members reported the farmers market and the Southern Urbana Neighborhood Association meeting produced more engagement than family‑oriented events, which tended to draw people focused on entertainment rather than civic volunteer opportunities.
Members emphasized targeting underrepresented wards; staff said it would be particularly useful to recruit from the ward where the Sept. 7 event is planned. The board also noted outreach through schools and student volunteer events as a way to raise awareness among potential future applicants. The office reminded listeners that applications are available on the city website and encouraged anyone interested to apply.
No formal appointment decisions were made at the Aug. 27 meeting. The board confirmed its next meeting is Oct. 22 and said it will continue outreach in the lead-up to appointments.
