Civilian Oversight Board (COB)

The Board's function is to review and investigate citizen complaints against alleged misconduct of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.

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About

The Civilian Oversight Board (COB) was established to provide transparency and the accountability of the St. Louis City Police Department while ensuring community confidence. Ordinance 71749, Ordinance 70532 and Ordinance 69984 authorize the COB. 

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Board Application

Use the online application If you would like to be considered for appointment to the Civilian Oversight Board (“COB”) of the City of St. Louis.

Meeting Materials

Civilian Oversight Board Meeting October 28, 2024
Civilian Oversight Board Meeting September 9, 2024
CANCELED: Civilian Oversight Board Meeting August 12, 2024
Civilian Oversight Board Meeting April 22,2024
Civilian Oversight Board Meeting March 18,2024

Upcoming Events

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Board Members

Apply to Serve (1 openings)

Showing 8 active board members (maximum 9)
Name Role End Date
Christine Brooks Member 12/31/2027
Derrick Kilgore Member 12/31/2027
Keith Rose Member 12/31/2027
Harrison Sand Member 12/31/2027
Jennifer Whitaker Member 12/31/2027
Bradley Arteaga Member 12/31/2026
Stephen Rovak Chairperson 12/31/2026
Ciera Simril Member 12/31/2026

Board Makeup and Terms

The COB consists of nine members of the public, nominated by the Mayor of the City of St. Louis and confirmed by the Board of Aldermen.

A board member must:

  • Be a City resident.
  • Have reached the age of 18 by the date that they will take office.
  • Not hold or be a candidate of any public office in the State of Missouri.
  • Not be an employee of the City of St. Louis or of the State of Missouri.
  • Not have an immediate family member who is currently employed by the Division of Police.
  • Not be a current sworn police officer or corrections officer or a representative or employee of an employee association representing police officers.

All COB members are appointed for three-year terms.

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Notice Under the Americans With Disabilities Act 

If you require any reasonable modifications or auxiliary aids and services for effective communication because of a disability, call (314) 657-1600 or email cobstlcity@stlouis-mo.gov 48 hours in advance.

Contact Information

Email: cobstlcity@stlouis-mo.gov

Phone: (314) 657-1600

Hours:
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 5 PM

Address:
1520 Market Street , Suite 4029
St. Louis, Missouri 63103

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