Overview

• Arva Rice's resignation will be effective August 15, ending her tenure as interim chair appointed by Mayor Adams in 2022.
• Rice faced pressure from the Adams administration after criticizing the NYPD's handling of the Kawaski Trawick shooting case.
• The administration and Rice disagreed over budget allocations and the board's ability to investigate civilian complaints.
• Rice's departure has sparked reactions from various advocacy groups, citing concerns over the administration's influence on the CCRB.
• A replacement for Rice has yet to be named, with City Hall sources indicating an interim chair will be appointed soon.