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Are Police officers permitted to serve on the PAB?: An active police officer is not permitted to be on the PAB under State law. However, retired, or former officers may serve on the board.

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1. How many members are on the PAB?

The Prince George’s County PAB is comprised of eleven members. Six members, including the chair, are appointed by the County Executive and five members are appointed by the County Council.

2. What are the terms of the board members?: PAB member term is four years. Board members can serve no more than two consecutive terms.

3. Does the PAB follow the laws of the "Open Meetings Act"?: Yes. The PAB is required to comply with the Open Meetings Act.

4. Are members of the PAB compensated?: Yes. The PAB members are compensated based on an hourly rate for time spend performing the statutory and discretionary duties of the PAB.

5. Are Police officers permitted to serve on the PAB?: An active police officer is not permitted to be on the PAB under State law. However, retired, or former officers may serve on the board.