Police review board application period ending soon in Morgantown

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The deadline to apply to serve on the Morgantown Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board is 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 31. The applications are available in the City Clerk’s office, online at the city’s website of by calling 304-284-7439.

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board was established last year to give citizens an opportunity to review Police Department policies, practices, and procedures. Members of the board will also promote the availability of data about police practices and procedures.

Applicants must live or work within city limits and be at least 18 years of age. Former employees of the Morgantown Police Department or immediate family members of the Morgantown city administration, city council, or Morgantown Police Department are not eligible.

To learn more about the Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board, or to submit an application, visit the City of Morgantown’s website.