Months of social unrest in Louisville and cries for accountability after the police killing of Breonna Taylor led to the creation of the Civilian Review and Accountability Board. Last year, the city's first inspector general was hired.
Harness said that the department should be fully operational June 1, but an analyst position still needs to be filled.
Harness will have the authority to investigate allegations of misconduct between LMPD and any member of the public.
The appointment of Ed Harness must still be approved by Metro Council.
Chief Erika Shields addressed a League of Women Voters forum on Wednesday.
The two candidates who had faced scrutiny were confirmed in 15-10 votes.
Both members argued, despite the past posts, they can serve objectively.
An architect, a pastor, and a JCPS bus driver have all been tapped to serve.
A council members says the picks represent the community well.
The nearly unanimous vote happened after a compromise.
