Community doubts remain despite Police Accountability Board transition Theo Wyss-Flamm/File The city of Berkeley’s Police Review Commission was created in 1973 to provide civilian oversight for Berkeley Police Department. In November 2020, local voters approved a charter amendment to replace the commission with the Police Accountability Board. Last Updated 11 hours Ago As the city of Berkeley looks to implement the Police Accountability Board, or PAB, this summer to increase policing transparency and public trust, the community remains both doubtful and hopeful. With the creation of the Police Review Commission, or PRC, in 1973, nine Berkeley residents were appointed by the mayor and City Council to provide civilian oversight for Berkeley Police Department by investigating complaints and advising legislative policies. In November 2020, Berkeley voters approved a charter amendment that would replace the PRC with the PAB.