diff --git a/docs/release/release-tasks.md b/docs/release/release-tasks.md
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--- a/docs/release/release-tasks.md
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@@ -85,6 +85,10 @@ This document details the responsibilities and tasks for each role in the releas
 There is currently no formalized process to assemble the release team.
 As of now we ask for volunteers in Slack and office hours.
 
+#### Add/remove reease team members
+
+If necessary, the release lead can adjust the release team during the cycle to handle unexpected changes in staffing due to personal/professional issues, no-shows, or unplanned work spikes. Adding/removing members can be done by opening a PR to update the release team members list for the release cycle in question.
+
 #### Finalize release schedule and team
 
 1. Finalize release schedule and team in the [docs/release/releases](../../docs/release/releases), e.g. [release-1.4.md](../../docs/release/releases/release-1.4.md).