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City of Compton Council Meeting 7-7-2026
Published: Jul 7, 2026
Compton City Council Approves Funding for General Plan Update and State-Mandated Rezoning
The City Council discussed and approved a resolution for the General Plan update and associated rezoning. The project requires additional funds of $137,170 to complete the comprehensive plan update, environmental impact report (EIR), and state-mandated rezoning code revisions. The total cost for the General Plan update is estimated at $1.4 million. The rezoning is necessary to comply with state requirements, as the current general plan has not been updated since 1991, and the state (HCD) is holding the housing element hostage until the rezoning is complete. The additional funds include $76,000 from a state grant. The rezoning is focused on various land uses, including housing, to activate corridors and attract businesses and restaurants. The council also discussed the necessity of the rezoning for attracting investment and improving city services. The resolution was approved, with Councilmember Bowers expressing initial concern about the focus on housing but ultimately acknowledging the broader land use implications. The city aims to submit the completed package to the state by September.
Community Outcry Over Handling of Victim's Body and Investigation Dominates Compton City Council Meeting
During the City Council meeting, extensive public comments were made by family members and friends of Mia Jenkins, a 19-year-old victim of gun violence. They expressed profound grief, anger, and confusion regarding the handling of the incident, particularly the extended period Mia's body remained at the scene, the alleged lack of dignity shown by law enforcement, and difficulties in obtaining information from authorities. Specific concerns were raised about police protocols for deceased bodies, the public dissemination of graphic images and videos of the victim, and the process of notifying families. Several speakers demanded accountability from the Sheriff's Department, the Coroner's office, and the City Council, requesting formal reviews and changes in protocol to prevent similar treatment of future victims' families. The speakers highlighted issues of disrespect, lack of compassion, and systemic failures in handling such tragic events. The Council expressed condolences and acknowledged the community's pain, with the Mayor announcing a meeting with the Sheriff's Department to address concerns and develop action plans. The Sheriff's Department provided an update on the investigation, noted crime reduction statistics, and announced increased patrols and community outreach efforts. They requested community assistance in the investigation. Other public comments addressed issues such as the city's charter review, street sweeping, fireworks ban enforcement, minibike regulations, alleged historical downplaying of Black contributions, the need for a City Controller, and concerns about specific agenda items and election integrity. The City Council also addressed the handling of the solid waste lien process and discussed the importance of community safety and preventing future tragedies.
Public Hearing on Solid Waste Delinquencies Reveals Resident Concerns Over Billing, Service, and Tax Roll Placement
A public hearing was held regarding the annual solid waste handling services delinquencies for fiscal year 2025-2026. Republic Services, represented by Myra Lugo (AR Supervisor) and Don Benton (Municipal Manager), presented their collection efforts. They reported 105 accounts on the lien list as of the hearing date, with ongoing efforts to remove customers who have made payments or entered payment plans. Republic Services mailed 642 letters and made 1,605 automated calls, supplemented by manual collector calls and emails. They utilize the Core Logic system for property ownership validation. Standard collection processes involve at least 22 touch points before submitting the list for the lien process. Invoices include due dates, contact numbers, and payment channels. A local call center with seven representatives trained on the Compton contract is available. During public comment, residents raised concerns about delinquency notices despite full payment, the process of placing these charges on property taxes, issues with Republic Services' trash pickup reliability, and confusion about whether the hearing pertained to residential or commercial customers. The Councilwoman clarified that the hearing and subsequent lien process were for commercial customers only. Republic Services representatives addressed concerns, explaining their collection attempts and the lean process for commercial accounts. They also provided statistics on service levels and mispickup complaints, noting that delays are communicated via text or email alerts, and that customers should sign up for these notifications. Discussion also touched upon the process for handling missed pickups and credits, which are applied to invoices submitted to the city, but reducing the tax amount requires city coordination. Concerns were raised about the lack of proactive police presence at events, the necessity of permits, and the proper handling of deceased individuals at crime scenes, with families expressing deep distress over perceived disrespect and lack of dignity shown to victims.
Compton City Council Appoints Interim City Manager, Accepts Resignation of Previous Manager
The City Council discussed and made decisions regarding several key personnel appointments and resignations. Following a closed session, the council accepted the resignation of City Manager Willie Hopkins by a vote of three yeses and one abstention. They then approved the appointment of Acting City Manager Grooms as interim city manager through a vote of three yeses and one abstention. His interim compensation was also approved at an hourly rate of $160.61 or $334,070 per year, also by a vote of three yeses and one abstention. Furthermore, the council directed staff to continue recruitment for a permanent city manager, with the same vote outcome. For the City Controller position, direction was given to staff for recruitment, with no reportable action taken at that time.
Compton City Council Addresses Community Tragedy, Directs Development of Safety and Violence Prevention Plan
The City Council meeting was significantly impacted by a tragic incident that occurred over the preceding weekend, resulting in loss of life and injuries. Mayor Sheree addressed the community, extending condolences to the affected families and emphasizing the city's solidarity. Due to an ongoing investigation with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, specific details about the incident, suspects, or law enforcement operations were not discussed to avoid compromising justice. However, the council acknowledged the community's pain and committed to responsible action. City staff were directed to collaborate with the Sheriff's Department, community-based organizations, clergy, violence prevention partners, neighborhood leaders, and county resources to develop a community safety and violence prevention action plan. This plan is intended to focus on support for families, safety protocols for gatherings, violence interruption, community healing, and improved inter-agency coordination. The Mayor also announced a meeting with the Sheriff to discuss action plans and ensure city manager cooperation.
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