Welcome to the Police Review Commission
An Independent Civilian Review Agency
The PRC was created by Berkeley voters in 1973 to provide independent civilian oversight of the Berkeley Police Department. The PRC advises the City Council, Mayor, and City Manager on the policies, practices, and procedures of the BPD, and investigates complaints of police officer misconduct. More information about the PRC can be found at www.cityofberkeley.info/prc/.
To reach the Berkeley Police Review Commission:
Call (510) 981-4950 or email prc@cityofberkeley.info.
The Berkeley Police Review Commission (PRC) is an independent body appointed by the City Council. The PRC reviews Police Department policies, practices and procedures, and investigates citizen complaints against Police Department sworn personnel.
For additional information, see the PRC brochures (click below)
* PRC General Brochure
* PRC Complaint Process
If you are interested in becoming a Commissioner, click here for information and to download the application.
Police Review Commissioners and Appointing Officials
| Police Review Commissioner |
Appointing Officials |
| Sahana Matthews (Chair) |
Councilmember Kriss Worthington (7) |
| George Perezvelez (Vice-Chair) |
Councilmember Lori Droste (8) |
| Gwen Allamby |
Councilmember Benjamen Bartlett (3) |
| Kitty Calavita |
Councilmember Kate Harrison (4) |
| Andrea Prichett |
Councilmember Cheryl Davila (2) |
| Ismail Jomo Ramsey |
Mayor Jesse Arreguin |
| Terry Roberts |
Councilmember Susan Wengraf (6) |
| Michael Sherman |
Councilmember Linda Maio (1) |
| Ari Yampolsky |
Councilmember Sophie Hahn (5) |
STAFF
Katherine J. Lee - Police Review Commission Officer
Byron Norris - PRC Investigator
Maritza Martinez - Administrative Support