Members of the public may address the City Council on any item shown on the agenda or matter of the Council’s authority after completion of “Request to Address the Council Form” available in the lobby of the Council Chambers or in the City Clerk’s office. This form must be completed 15 minutes prior to the scheduled meeting time. Pursuant to Section 54957.5 of the California Government Code, Any writings (Except for those writings which are exempt from disclosure) which are distributed to all or a majority of the members of the City Council are available for public inspection in the lobby of the City Council Chambers and in the office of the City Clerk during regular business hours.
COMPTON CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
05/27/2025
4:30 PM – CLOSED SESSION
5:30 PM – PUBLIC MEETING
205 S. WILLOWBROOK AVE
COMPTON, CA 90220
OPENING
ROLL CALL
MOMENT OF SILENCE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY
CLOSED SESSION
1. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2
Hopert Madison vs City of Compton
Case number: ADJ7722600;ADJ10353901
2. Conference with Real Property Negotiator – 2 cases
3. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Special Legal Counsel to the City of Compton and to the City Council -2- City Council Agenda
5/27/2025 5:30 PM
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) pursuant to 54956.9(e)(1)
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
PRESENTATIONS
5. PRESENTATION: LOS ANGELES COUNTY DIVISION OF INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT - Councilman Jonathan Bowers
6. POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: SHOT SPOTTER - Code Enforcement
7. POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: CITYWIDE CAMERA DEMO - Code Enforcement
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS AND NON-AGENDA MATTERS
CONSENT AGENDA
Consent items are routine and expected to be non-controversial. They will be acted upon by the Council at one time without discussion unless a Council Member requests an item be removed or discussed.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
8. FEBRUARY 25, 2025
REGULAR AGENDA
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
9. A REQUEST TO SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING – PURSUANT TO AB 2561 - VACANCY RATE REVIEW on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 @ 5:45PM
10. A REQUEST TO SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR CHARGES RELATED TO
SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIALS HANDLING SERVICES,
DELINQUENCIES TO BE COLLECTED ON THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY TAX ROLL FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 AND COMBINED OUTSTANDING BALANCES FOR TAX ROLL BILLING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 ON Tuesday, June 17, 2025 @ 5:45PM
11. A REQUEST TO SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING – TO AUTHORIZE THE SUBMISSION OF THE HUD-MANDATED FY2025-2029 FIVE YEAR
CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND IT’S FY2025-2026 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN TO THE
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPEMNT (HUD) on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 @ 5:45PM
-3- City Council Agenda
5/27/2025 5:30 PM
NEW BUSINESS
12. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE COMPTON MUNICIPAL CODE
(CONSTRUCTION CODES) TO ESTABLISH PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR
LARGE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS AND DISCLOSURE OF LABOR
VIOLATIONS (FIRST READING)
13. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON APPROVING A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025
PUBLIC WORKS STREET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT BUDGET AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A PURCHASE ORDER
WITH SHERWIN WILLIAMS FOR THE PURCHASE OF PAINT FOR THE
CITYWIDE ANTI-GRAFFITI PROGRAM IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TWENTY-SEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($27,000)
COUNCIL COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT REGULAR MEETING: 6/3/2025 5:30 PM
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The Compton City Council meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Mayor Emma Sharif in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance Ceremonies were also led by Mayor Emma Sharif.
ROLL CALL
Council Members Present: D. Duhart, A. Spicer, Mayor E. Sharif Council Members Absent: J. Bowers, L. Darden
Other Officials Present: E. Perrodin, S. Zurita, B. Mims, W. Hopkins Other Officials Absent: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
There were no Public Comments on Closed Session Items.
5:00PM CLOSED SESSION - CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – (Existing Litigation) - (Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9) A. Nayomi Vasquez v. City of Compton – Case No. 22CMCV00653 B. Nicole Hill v. City of Compton – Case No. 23CMCV00222 C. Antonia Olivares v. City of Compton – Case No. 23CMCV01981 D. Janette Lievano v. City of Compton – Case No. 22STCV25910 E. Fred Brown v. City of Compton – Case No. 23CMCV00149 F. Kareemah Mateen-Bradford v. City of Compton et al., Case No. TC026769 and Case No. 18STCV01367
G. Eric J. Perrodin v. Vernell McDaniel, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 24STCP02047
Conference with Legal Counsel (Anticipated Litigation) – Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
Conference with Legal Counsel (Anticipated Litigation) – Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(h)
On motion by Spicer, seconded by Duhart meeting was recessed to closed session at 5:05 p.m.
On motion by Duhart, seconded by Spicer, to reconvene the meeting from closed session at 6:53 p.m. by the following vote on roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Duhart, Spicer, Darden, Sharif
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – Bowers
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
4. 2025 NEW LAWS PRESENTATION (Townsend Affairs)
Harley Shelby, Townsend Affairs, offered a PowerPoint presentation to the City Council regarding the new laws passed during the 2024 legislative session. She reported that 2,142 bills were introduced, 1,017 bills were signed into law and 189 bills were vetoed, resulting in an 18% veto rate. Key state issues discussed included housing production and affordability, RHNA reform, climate resiliency, homelessness and behavioral health, public safety, and organized crime reduction. Key new laws discussed included: Environmental Quality – AB98 and AB1889, Housing/Homelessness – SB1037 and AB1893, Labor Relations – AB2561 and SB399, Public Safety – AB3085 and AB2943, Revenue & Taxation – SB1059 and SB1072 and Transportation & Public Works AB2130 and AB413.
8. 2
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
City Manager Hopkins reported that Council met in closed session regarding the case of Eric J.
Perrodin versus Vernell McDaniel and others. The City Council authorized outside counsel to file an answer and a cross-complaint, along with a writ of mandate. In conjunction with that, City Council engaged Aleshire & Wynder, LLP for a comprehensive legal and fiscal review. Aleshire & Wynder, LLP was appointed as special counsel to assess the City’s legal, budgetary, and operational matters immediately, in accordance with government code section 54956.9(D)2 and 54956.9(H).
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS AND NON-AGENDA MATTERS
Alejandro Martinez, CRCD Partners LLC, announced that they are preparing to initiate conversations with the City Council regarding the groundbreaking of The Garvey, a 74-unit affordable housing development. He reported that they anticipate beginning construction around May 1 and would like staff assistance to finalize documentation. He highlighted their achievements, including securing approximately $21 million from the state of California and over $20 million in equity.
Triana, CRCD Partners LLC, requested assistance from city staff to finalize documents necessary to begin construction on The Garvey. She stressed the importance of having these documents signed 3 to 4 weeks prior to closing in order to proceed with construction.
Craig Henry cited a discrepancy regarding the renewal of their lease. He clarified that the reduced rate for Volunteers of America should be $2.52 per square foot, rather than the previously indicated $2.00. He explained that the market rate is $3.02 per square foot, however they are requesting the reduced rate for non-profits which would allow them to allocate more resources back into client services.
Pastor Jackson briefly informed the City Council about an email he sent to them regarding issues related to Safe and Sane fireworks. He expressed his hope for a robust discussion on the topic as the pastor of Curry Temple Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, which benefits from funds associated with the sale of fireworks.
Barbara Calhoun recognized the City Council, Compton Unified School District, and Compton College for collectively organizing the “Job Fair” scheduled to be held on Saturday, March 1 at Compton College from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Benjamin Holifield addressed the City Council regarding graffiti abatement at Walton Middle School.
Kathryn Icenhower, Shields for Families, requested the renewal of their lease at the Neighborhood Center located at 600 North Alameda. She sought to maintain their current indoor space of 6,223 square feet at a rate of $2.52 per square foot. She highlighted their long-standing collaboration with the City of Compton since their incorporation in 1991. She mentioned their seven programs specifically in Compton, including mental health services in twenty Compton Unified School District schools.
Sam Hough, Shields for Families, expressed his excitement about expanding their services. He noted previous collaborations to bring expungement and workforce development services to the Compton community, including a successful expungement clinic that helped over 350 residents.
Maria Villareal shared her long-standing connection to Compton, having lived there since 1979 as the daughter of immigrant parents. She emphasized her commitment to advocating for the business and Latino community in Compton, which she believes is 71.3% of the population. She voiced her concerns regarding a video circulating in the community and beseeched the City Council to take action.
Mark Smith yielded his time to speak for a moment of silence to honor Black men and women during Black History Month.
3 Tanya Lewis addressed the City Council concerning the 2045 General Plan. She acknowledged the excitement among developers eager to break ground but emphasized the need for a resolution that held developers accountable for their commitments to the City. She stressed that developers should be asked what they will do for Compton, particularly in the area of community improvements because the residents are paying taxes yet seeing little benefit.
Paul Perrodin asserted that council members should prioritize the voices of the community over the directives of the City Manager. He highlighted discrepancies in a recent presentation and questioned the statistics. He also cited a lack of visible law enforcement at street takeovers and stated that he never witnessed any citations or towing despite his calls to report such events.
Lynn Boone requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Trina Wheeler's mother. She also voiced her frustration with the City Manager calling her a liar during a previous City Council meeting. She criticized City Manager Hopkins for overstepping his boundaries and entreated the City Council to be attentive to these issues.
Fidel Marquez addressed the City Manager regarding the closure of the Artesia Bridge. He requested an explanation from the city’s engineer concerning the failures in the design phase that have resulted in ongoing issues with homeless individuals accessing the Bridge. He also questioned the sustainability of paying the utility costs for non-profit organizations operating out of city-owned facilities. He raised concerns about the city’s financial responsibilities and whether the City Attorney approved the leases on the agenda.
Vanessa Cain supported Mr. Marquez's points regarding the homeless population on the Artesia Bridge. She shared her experience with working with the homeless community and expressed her skepticism about the effectiveness of current measures. She emphasized the need for more serious measures to address these issues and proposed a cleaning company to address specific areas.
Missy Barbara recalled a suggestion by Councilmember Bowers to track fuel usage in Public Works vehicles. She mentioned a recent instance wherein she observed a vehicle making several unnecessary trips around her block and felt it was wasteful. She inquired about the formation of a committee for the 2028 Olympics and asked that the process be open to the community. She also mentioned her investigation into the contracts of Volunteers of America and Shields for Families and asked that someone monitor their lease expirations to ensure timely renewals.
Mayor Sharif invited the residents to apply for the 2028 Olympics Committee in the City Clerk's Office.
Kinsey Jones thanked Councilmember Darden for the recent meeting held at Kelly Park. He acknowledged the City Manager for addressing questions about expenditures and highlighted the installation of new lights at the corner of Pauline and Caldwell.
CONSENT AGENDA
On motion by Spicer, seconded by Duhart, the Consent Agenda was approved (with the exception of Item 3), by the following vote on roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Duhart, Spicer, Darden, Sharif
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – Bowers
CITY MANAGER
2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE ANNUAL PURCHASE ORDERS TO INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR, INC. FOR MICROSOFT 365 SOFTWARE LICENSES COVERING A THIRTY-SIX MONTH TERM AND A ONE TIME MICROSOFT 365
MIGRATION CONSULTING SERVICES FEE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY-EIGHT THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED EIGHTY DOLLARS AND FIFTY-ONE CENT ($378,880.51) (Resolution # 26,201) 4 Councilmember Darden asked the City Manager whether there was a requirement to go out for Request for Proposal (RFP) per the resolution approved in 2022. She also cited an annual increase of $31,493.17 and asked whether the vendor is a sole source provider.
City Manager Hopkins explained that this item concerns a transition from Exchange 2016 to Microsoft 365. He clarified that the upgrade is necessary to modernize their platform and that the increase in cost is due to the expansion of mailboxes from 300 to 500. He also noted that since they are remaining within the same Microsoft platform, they did not submit a RFP.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
ACCEPTING THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE ARTESIA BOULEVARD OVER ALAMEDA STREET AND ACTA/UPRR BRIDGE REPAIR PROJECT, CIP#23-01 AS
COMPLETE, DIRECT STAFF TO FILE THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY RECORDER’S OFFICE AND AUTHORIZE THE RELEASE OF THE CONTRACTOR’S RETENTION (PULLED)
REGULAR AGENDA
NEW BUSINESS
5. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA OF LOS ANGELES TO PROVIDE SPACE AT THE NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER (600 NORTH ALAMEDA STREET) (TABLED)
6. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF COMPTON AND SHIELDS FOR FAMILIES TO PROVIDE SPACE AT THE NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER (600 NORTH ALAMEDA STREET) (TABLED)
SUBSEQUENT NEED ITEM
TO SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE SALE OF SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS ON MARCH 11, 2025 AT 5:35PM
On motion by Duhart, seconded by Spicer, to consider the subsequent need item by the following vote on roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Duhart, Spicer, Darden, Sharif
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – Bowers
On motion by Duhart, seconded by Spicer, to schedule a public hearing on March 11, 2025 at 5:35pm by the following vote on roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Duhart, Spicer, Darden, Sharif
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – Bowers
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Darden offered the following communications/announcements:
Community Budget Meeting: Councilmember Darden highlighted her participation in a community budget meeting held at Kelly Park. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, February 26 at the Dollarhide Community Center. 5 Black History Month Celebration: Councilmember Darden mentioned attending a celebration for Black History Month themed “The Compton Sound that Changed the World.” The event featured celebrities such as The Game, Buddy, and DJ Faucet, along with Alonzo Williams sharing the history of West Coast hip-hop. Coffee with a Cop: Councilmember Darden invited the community to attend the event on March 6 at Starbucks in the Compton Town Center from 9:00am to 11:00am. Future Vision Board Event: Councilmember Darden encouraged the residents to attend the event scheduled to be held on March 22 at the Dollarhide Community Center. Quarterly Business Round Table: Councilmember Darden will be conducting the next quarterly business round table on Thursday, March 27. The topic of discussion will be corporate environmental enhancement for urban communities. Republic Services Bulky Item Pickup: Councilmember Darden acknowledged the City Manager for addressing the excessive dumping at Alondra and Raymond Street. Memorials: Councilmember Darden requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Trina Wheeler.
Councilmember Spicer offered the following communications/announcements:
Senior Outing: Councilmember Spicer announced that he will be hosting his fourth outing with the seniors. The event will be held on Wednesday, February 25 starting at noon. Job Fair Acknowledgment: Councilmember Spicer thanked Barbara Calhoun for informing the Council about the job fair at Compton College.
Memorials: Councilmember Spicer requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of his friend Deshaun Maxine, affectionately known as “Swap.”
Councilmember Duhart offered the following communications/announcements:
CHIRLA DACA Workshop: Councilmember Duhart shared that she attended a CHIRLA DACA workshop. The organization covered the filing fees for 77 applicants, including students from Compton College, El Camino College, California State University, Dominguez Hills, and Southwest College.
Repair Clinic: Councilmember Duhart mentioned hosting a repair clinic last Saturday in partnership with the Makers Hub. Councilmember Duhart recognized Adrian Fair for helping Compton residents repair their treasured items. Black History Exhibit: Councilmember Duhart invited everyone to attend the event on February 26 at Gonzales Park from 4:00pm to 7:00pm.
Budget Workshop: Councilmember Duhart encouraged all District One residents to attend the budget workshop on February 27 at Gonzales Park from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Annual Prayer Breakfast: Councilmember Duhart announced the Compton First United Methodist Church Annual Prayer Breakfast scheduled to be held on March 22 at 1025 Long Beach Boulevard at 10:00am. In memory of Dr. Willie O. Jones, Pastor Gary Williams Senior will be the guest speaker.
USPS Job Fair: Councilmember Duhart announced a Job Fair hosted by the United States Postal Service on February 27 at the LA Main Office from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Celebration of Life for Amy Peters: Councilmember Duhart announced the celebration of life for Amy Peters on March 8 at Macedonia Baptist Church. 6 Celebration of Life for Rebecca Warren: Councilmember Duhart announced the celebration of life for Rebecca Warren on March 15 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm at Optima Funeral Home.
Mayor Sharif offered the following communications/announcements:
Prayer Breakfast: Mayor Sharif mentioned Dr. Jones’s dedication to the Prayer Breakfast events and encouraged residents to support it on March 22. Compton College Men's Basketball Team: Mayor Sharif congratulated the Compton College Men's Basketball Team for winning the South Coast Conference Championship and earning a spot in the first round of the state playoffs. Mayor Sharif recognized the team's achievements and the individuals: Zoe Holman, Jordan English, Rey Daniels, Elijah Evans, Kendall Freeman and Keith Hollimon.
Translator Services: Mayor Sharif reminded the Spanish-speaking community about the translators available at City Hall upon request.
Budget Meeting: Mayor Sharif urged the residents to attend the meeting on February 26 at the Dollarhide Community Center beginning at 6:00pm.
Recognition & Events: Mayor Sharif commented on the success of the Homeless Count, Unity Awards Gala, Black History Month Celebration, and NAACP Image Awards. Job Fair: Mayor Sharif announced a Job Fair held in partnership with Compton College and the City’s HR department on March 1 from 10:00am to 2:00pm. The City’s App: Mayor Sharif requested an audit on the City’s app, more specifically the graffiti reporting feature. The community has raised concerns about the lack of response to reported issues.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Spicer, seconded by Duhart, the meeting was adjourned in memory of Trina Wheeler and Deshaun Maxine at 8:04 p.m., by the following vote on roll call:
AYES: Council Members – Duhart, Spicer, Darden, Sharif
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – Bowers
_____________________________________ __________________________________ SATRA D. ZURITA EMMA SHARIF,
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON May 27, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: A REQUEST TO SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING –
PURSUANT TO AB 2561 - VACANCY RATE REVIEW
SUMMARY
Staff is requesting that a public hearing be scheduled for Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 5:45 p.m. to comply with the requirements of Assembly Bill 2561. The public hearing must occur prior to adoption of the City’s Fiscal Year 2025–2026 budget and will address citywide vacancy rates, recruitment and retention efforts, and identify bargaining units that currently exceed the statutory vacancy threshold.
DISCUSSION
Assembly Bill 2561, effective January 1, 2025, requires public agencies to hold a public hearing before adopting their annual budget to present the status of job vacancies, recruitment efforts, and employee retention. The legislation further requires public employers to identify bargaining units with vacancy rates exceeding 20 percent and to notify those units in advance of the hearing.
The City of Compton has reviewed its internal workforce data and determined that the following bargaining units currently exceed the 20 percent vacancy threshold:
AFSCME Local 2325 – Management
AFSCME Local 3947 – Non-Management
SEIU – Maintenance and Miscellaneous (Combined)
To address these vacancy levels, the City has launched several strategies, including a citywide Classification and Compensation Study, participation in regional job fairs, increased advertising efforts, and enhanced use of digital platforms to expand applicant outreach.
The public hearing will provide an opportunity for union representatives and members of the public to comment on vacancy-related challenges and offer suggestions for improving recruitment and retention.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff respectfully requests public hearing be scheduled for Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 5:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California 90220.
9. MAY 27, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: REQUEST TO SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR CHARGES
RELATED TO SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIALS
HANDLING SERVICES, DELINQUENCIES TO BE COLLECTED ON THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY TAX ROLL FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 AND
COMBINED OUTSTANDING BALANCES FOR TAX ROLL BILLING FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025
Effective, July 1, 2023, the City of Compton began billing all single-family and multi-family (without bin service) parcels within the City on the County of Los Angeles Property Tax Roll.
The City's franchise hauler, Republic Services, Inc., bills the Charges for multi-family accounts (with bin service) and commercial accounts, by invoice, and may turn over delinquent accounts to the City for collection on the Tax Roll.
The City has prepared a written report that describes (i) Outstanding Balances for Tax Roll Billing for 2024-2025 (ii) the parcels with delinquent multi-family accounts and commercial accounts (delinquencies of over 90 days) that Republic has turned over to the City to be collected on the 2025-2026 Tax Roll. The Report is on file in the office of the City Clerk and in the City's Water Department.
Any owners of parcels identified in the Report may protest the collection on the 2024- 2025 and 2025-2026 Tax Roll of the Charges or the delinquent amounts, as applicable.
Staff recommends that City Council schedule a public hearing on this matter for Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:45 p.m.
JOSE GARFIAS
WATER DEPARTMENT MANAGER
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:
WILLIE A. HOPKINS
CITY MANAGER
10. May 27, 2025
TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: TURMEL WOODS, GRANTS COMPLIANCE MANAGER
SUBJECT: A REQUEST TO SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING – TO AUTHORIZE THE SUBMISSION OF THE HUD-MANDATED FY2025-2029 FIVE YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND IT’S FY2025-2026 ANNUAL ACTION
PLAN TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
URBAN DEVELOPEMNT (HUD)
SUMMARY
The City of Compton, as a direct entitlement community to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), is required to hold a public hearing to receive input from residents on proposed funding allocations for CDBG and HOME projects and activities. Therefore, in order to notify the public about recommended activities in the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, a public hearing is required.
Staff recommends that Council schedule a public hearing on this matter for Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:45 p.m.
TURMEL WOODS
GRANTS COMPLIANCE MANAGER
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING
Willie A. Hopkins Jr.
CITY MANAGER
11. May 27, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE COMPTON MUNICIPAL CODE
(CONSTRUCTION CODES) TO ESTABLISH PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
FOR LARGE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS AND DISCLOSURE OF
LABOR VIOLATIONS
SUMMARY
This staff report recommends adoption of an ordinance amending Chapter 15 of the Compton Municipal Code to include Section 15-26, which requires Contractors and Subcontractors on large-scale construction projects to obtain a permit and disclose any recent labor violations.
These requirements are intended to promote public confidence in the construction permitting process, prevent wage theft and exploitation, and maintain quality assurance throughout development.
BACKGROUND
The City of Compton has adopted by reference the 2019 California Building Standards Code and has codified these under Chapter 15 of the Compton Municipal Code. While the current Code establishes building regulations and permit requirements, it does not include provisions that explicitly require labor violation disclosures for contractors and subcontractors on large-scale projects.
The proposed Ordinance will apply to development projects involving twenty (20) or more residential dwelling units or over 20,000 square feet of commercial or industrial floor area.
The proposed ordinance will require all contractors and subcontractors on qualifying projects to obtain a permit from the City. Full disclosure of any state or federal labor violations within the past five (5) years, including penalties paid will need to be disclosed.
The proposed ordinance will authorize the City Manager, or his delegate to develop and implement administrative regulations to enforce Section 15-26 of the Compton Municipal Code.
STATEMENT OF THE ISSUE
Cities throughout the region are adopting ordinances that promote labor transparency and accountability to ensure that development projects adhere to fair and safe labor
12. Staff Report – Ordinance to Require Contractors to Apply for a permit for Certain Large Projects May 27, 2025
standards. By requiring disclosure of recent labor violations, the City can take proactive measures to ensure public safety, reduce risk, and encourage ethical development practices.
The proposed Ordinance will support the establishment for changes to personnel and or contractor teams post-approval. This proposed Ordinance will outline enforcement tools including “Stop Work Orders,” permit revocation and administrative fines.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The City may experience increased administrative and inspection costs due to the implementation of the ordinance. These may be offset by the additional permit fees and fines collected through enforcement.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the proposed Ordinance. Staff recommends upon adoptions of the Ordinance that contractors and developers be contacted for education pertaining to the Ordinance.
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:
WILLIE A. HOPKINS, Jr.
CITY MANAGER
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
COMPTON AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE COMPTON
MUNICIPAL CODE (CONSTRUCTION CODES) TO
ESTABLISH PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR LARGE
CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS AND DISCLOSURE OF
LABOR VIOLATIONS
WHEREAS, the City of Compton seeks to enhance transparency, accountability, and labor compliance in development projects throughout the City; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that requiring contractors and subcontractors to disclose any state or federal labor violations related to certain large-scale construction projects will support safe, fair labor practices and promote public trust; and WHEREAS, the 2019 California Building Standards Code and related construction codes have been adopted and amended as Chapter 15 of the Compton Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Chapter 15 of the Compton Municipal Code to include new provisions under a new section, "15-26. Permitting Requirements for Large Projects"; and
WHEREAS, these disclosures are intended to uphold fair labor and business practices for contractors undertaking certain projects.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Incorporation of Recitals. That the City Council of the City of Compton finds and declares the foregoing are true and correct and incorporates said recitals fully into this Ordinance as substantive findings.
SECTION 2. That Chapter XV of the Compton Municipal Code is hereby amended to add the following section:
15-26. Permitting Requirements for Large Projects
15-26.1 Definitions.
Unless otherwise apparent from the context, certain words and phrases used in this chapter shall be defined as follows:
“City” shall mean the City of Compton.
“Contractor” shall mean any Person who undertakes, or offers to undertake, or does himself or through others, the construction, alteration, repair, excavation, addition to, subtraction from, improvement, moving, wrecking or demolishing of any building or other structure, project, development or improvement, or any part thereof, including the erection of scaffolding, or other structures, or works in connection therewith. Contractor shall include specialty contractor, but shall not include anyone who merely furnishes materials or supplies without fabricating them into, or consuming them in the performance of, the work of the contractor.
“Permit” shall mean an official document issued by the City under this Chapter. “Person” shall mean any natural person, firm, company, corporation, partnership, association, any public corporation, trust, estate, joint venture, club, joint stock company, business trust, domestic or foreign corporation, association, syndicate, society or any group of individuals acting as a unit, whether mutual, cooperative, fraternal, nonprofit or otherwise.
Resolution __________
“Project” shall mean any development project within the City consisting of 20 or more residential dwelling units or 20,000 or more square feet of commercial or industrial development.
“Subcontractor" shall mean any Person who undertakes, or offers to undertake, or does by himself or through others, for a Contractor, the furnishing of any labor or service in constructing, altering, repairing, excavating, adding to, subtracting from, altering, moving, wrecking, or demolishing any building or other structure, project, or development, or improvement, including the erection of scaffolding, or other structure, or works in connection therewith.
15-26.2 - Permit: Required
Any Contractor, Subcontractor or Person working on and/or proposed to provide work on a Project, shall obtain a Permit prior to commencement of any work on the Project. 15-26.3 - Permit: Requirements
No Contractor, Subcontractor or Person shall be issued a Permit unless the Person is:
(a) A licensed Contractor licensed by the California Contractors State License Board. (b) An employee, agent, or authorized representative of a licensed Contractor. (c) The property owner performing their work; or
(d) An employee of the owner, provided that the owner shows evidence of workers’ compensation insurance required by state and City laws and their federal tax identification number.
15-26.4 - Permit: Application Information
A Contractor, Subcontractor or Person applying for a Permit shall submit the following information as part of the Permit application and prior to the commencement of work:
(a) The applicant shall provide a list of all Contractors and Subcontractors that conduct work and/or hired to conduct work or are proposed to conduct work or proposed to be hired on the Project. Information for such Contractors and Subcontractors on the list shall include documents that verify evidence of each Contractor’s and Subcontractor’s workers' compensation insurance and their state contractor license and license category, City business license, and federal tax identification number. If the applicant is the Contractor or Subcontractor, they shall provide the information required herein for their business on the application. No Person shall contract or subcontract construction work without a valid Contractor's license pursuant to applicable provisions of the California Business and Professions Code.
(b) For each Contractor and Subcontractor on the list provided in paragraph (a) above, the applicant shall provide a disclosure of any pending or final determinations pertaining to state or federal labor violations and any penalties paid to any government agencies related to such violations within the prior five (5) years from the date of the application for each Contractor and Subcontractors on the Project. If the applicant is the Contractor or Subcontractor, they shall provide this disclosure for themselves on the application as required herein.
15-26.5 - Permit: Amendment or Changes
(a) If at any time after the Permit is issued and a change occurs in any information submitted to the City pursuant to this Chapter, the Permittee shall submit updated information to the City within three business days of the Permittee acquiring knowledge of such change.
Resolution___________
(b) If the Permittee is a Contractor that hires a new Subcontractor after the issuance of their Permit, the Contractor shall within three business days of such hiring, either update the information submitted to the City pursuant to this Chapter to include the information regarding the Subcontractor, or require the Subcontractor to obtain a permit under this Chapter.
(c) If a new Contractor or new Subcontractor begins work commences on the Project, the Contractor or Subcontractor shall submit an application for a Permit to the City within 3 business days of commencing work on the Project. 15-26.6 - Permit: Suspension and revocation
In the event that the applicant cannot provide the complete list of valid subcontractors and the information required above upon Permit application, the applicant shall provide to the City within a reasonable period after issuance of each Permit but prior to commencement of any work pursuant to said Permit, all information required by Section 15-26.4. Failure to comply with the provisions of this Chapter, including Sections 15-26.4 and 15-26.5, may result in one or more of the following:
(1) Issuance of a Stop Work Order;
(2) Revocation of the Permit;
(3) The Permit applicant paying a penalty for default to the City in an amount equal to the original Permit fee for each violation to defray City costs of enforcement of this Chapter; or
(4) The issuance of an administrative citation pursuant to Section § 15-7.3 or the penalties set forth in the Compton Municipal Code (CMC) Sections §§ 1-6 et seq. and § 1-7.1 of this Code.
15-26.7 - Conducting Business without a Permit
Any work performed before satisfying this Chapter’s requirements shall be deemed performed without the required Permit.
15-26.8 - Administrative Regulations.
To implement the provisions of this Chapter, the City Manager may adopt administrative procedures, regulations and guidelines consistent with the provisions of this Chapter.
These administrative procedures, regulations and guidelines shall have the force and effect of law and may be relied upon by the parties to determine their rights and responsibilities under this Chapter. Such administrative procedures, regulations and guidelines shall be posted at City Hall or on the City’s website or made available by the City when so adopted.” 15-26.9 - California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Consistency: CEQA primarily addresses the environmental impact of physical projects.
The ordinance itself is administrative in nature—it amends the permitting process and imposes labor-related disclosure requirements. As such, it likely qualifies as a CEQAexempt action under the “general rule” (14 CCR §15061(b)(3)) or a categorical exemption for administrative activities.
Section 3. SEVERABILITY
That the City Council declares that, should any provision, section, paragraph, sentence or word of this Ordinance hereby adopted be rendered or declared invalid by any final court action in a court of competent jurisdiction, or by any reason of any preemptive legislation, to be unconstitutional or otherwise invalid, the remaining provisions, sections, paragraphs, sentences or words of this Ordinance hereby adopted shall remain in full force and effect which can be implemented without the invalid provisions, and to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be severable.
Resolution _____________
Section 4. DISTRIBUTION
That a copy of this Ordinance shall be filed in the offices of the City Clerk, City Manager, City Attorney, Municipal Law Enforcement Services, and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Compton Station.
Section 5. EFFECTIVE DATE
That this Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.
Section 6. ATTESTATION
That the Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published as required by law.
ADOPTED this __________ day of ________________, 2025.
_______________________________
EMMA SHARIF
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
ATTEST:
___________________________________
SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF COMPTON )
I, Satra D. Zurita, City Clerk of the City of Compton, hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was adopted by the City Council, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk at a regular meeting thereof held on __________ day of _____________, 2025.
That said Ordinance was adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS –
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS –
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SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
May 27, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: PUBLIC WORKS STREET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON APPROVING A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-
2025 PUBLIC WORKS STREET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A
PURCHASE ORDER WITH SHERWIN WILLIAMS FOR THE PURCHASE
OF PAINT FOR THE CITYWIDE ANTI-GRAFFITI PROGRAM IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TWENTY-SEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS
($27,000)
SUMMARY
Adoption of this resolution will approve a budget amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 Public Works Street Maintenance Department Budget and authorize the City Manager to establish a purchase order with Sherwin Williams for the purchase of paint for the citywide anti-graffiti program in an amount not to exceed Twenty-Seven Thousand Dollars ($27,000).
BACKGROUND
Graffiti tarnishes local neighborhoods, damages key infrastructures and causes financial losses to both individuals and businesses within our community. The City of Compton recognizes the ongoing challenges of the spread of graffiti and is taking steps to combat graffiti vandalism.
The Public Works Street Maintenance Department (Department) is responsible for removing graffiti from public property and managing the citywide anti-graffiti program to improve the City’s appearance and to discourage future incidences of graffiti vandalism.
Residents of the City make hundreds of service requests, each year to remove graffiti from buildings and other surfaces. The Department makes an effort to remove graffiti in an efficient manner, and attempts to address service request within twenty-four (24) hours of reporting.
The Sherwin Williams Company has one of the industry’s most recognized portfolios of branded goods and delivers the best in paint and coating products. Sherwin Williams supplies paint products that are compatible with the City’s paint sprayers. The Department has used paint from other companies (Dunn Edwards, Home Depot and Lowe’s) and the product has clogged the paint sprayers, causing costly repairs and delays in graffiti removal services.
13. Staff Report – Resolution Approving Budget Amendment and Authorizing P.O.
Sherwin Williams Company– Paint for citywide graffiti removal May 27, 2025, page 2
STATEMENT OF THE ISSUE
The Department is responsible for maintaining a supply of paint and related products for graffiti removal and to support the citywide anti-graffiti program. To provide funding for this vital service, it is necessary to amend the Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget to increase funds in the Measure P, Maintenance and Repair Account and establish a purchase order with the Sherwin Williams Company for the purchase of paint and paint related products.
Staff researched the cost of anti-graffiti paint from the following vendors to ensure the City secures the best price:
Vendor Price Per 5 Gallons
Home Depot $ 205.00
Amazon $ 130.99
Sherwin Williams $ 30.41
Sherwin Williams was the most cost-efficient and reliable product in comparison with other brands. The product produced by Sherwin Williams is the only paint that is compatible with the City’s paint sprayers. No other paint can be used with the City’s equipment.
FISCAL IMPACT
A budget amendment is needed for this expenditure, as follows:
Decrease Expenditure Account Description Amount
Appropriations
1004-720-000-4266 Contract Services $27,000.00
Increase Expenditure Account Description Amount
Appropriations
1004-720-000-4236 Maintenance & Repair $27,000.00
If approved, funds in the amount of Twenty-Seven Thousand Dollars ($27,000.00) would be available in Account No. 1004-720-000-4236.
ALTERNATIVE
No other alternative is being proposed.
Staff Report – Resolution Approving Budget Amendment and Authorizing P.O.
Sherwin Williams Company– Paint for citywide graffiti removal May 27, 2025, page 3
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approving the purchase of anti-graffiti paint to support the ongoing graffiti removal efforts.
MARCUS HARRIS
INTERIM STREET SUPERINTENDENT
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:
WILLIE A HOPKINS, JR.
CITY MANAGER
RESOLUTION NO. ________________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON APPROVING A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025
PUBLIC WORKS STREET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT BUDGET AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A PURCHASE ORDER
WITH SHERWIN WILLIAMS FOR THE PURCHASE OF PAINT FOR THE
CITYWIDE ANTI-GRAFFITI PROGRAM IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TWENTY-SEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($27,000)
WHEREAS, graffiti tarnishes local neighborhoods, damages key infrastructures and causes financial losses to both individuals and businesses within our community; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Street Maintenance Department (Department) is responsible for removing graffiti from public property and managing the citywide anti-graffiti program; and
WHEREAS, the Sherwin Williams Company has one of the industry’s most recognized portfolios of branded goods and delivers the best in paint and coating products; and
WHEREAS, the Department has used paint from other companies (Dunn Edwards, Home Depot and Lowe’s) and the product has clogged the City’s paint sprayers, causing costly repairs and delays in graffiti removal services; and WHEREAS, staff has obtained quotes from three (3) vendors for paint and supplies to ensure the City secures the best price:
Vendor Price Per 5 Gallons
Home Depot $ 205.00
Amazon $ 130.99
Sherwin Williams $ 30.41
WHEREAS, Sherwin Williams provided the most cost-effective quote in comparison with the other vendors, and has the ability to provide the needed paint and supplies promptly; and
WHEREAS, a budget amendment is needed for this expenditure, as follows:
Decrease Expenditure Account Description Amount
Appropriations
1004-720-000-4266 Contract Services $27,000.00
Increase Expenditure Account Description Amount
Appropriations
1004-720-000-4236 Maintenance & Repair $27,000.00
Funds in the amount of Twenty-Seven Thousand Dollars ($27,000.00) will be available in Account No. 1004-720-000-4236.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to establish a purchase order with Sherwin Williams to purchase paint and supplies for citywide graffiti removal in an amount not to exceed Twenty-Seven Thousand Dollars ($27,000.00) from Account No. 1004-720-000-4236, Measure P Fund, Public Works Department, Maintenance and Repair expense account.
Section 2. That the City Manager is authorized to amend the Public Works Street Maintenance Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget as follows:
Resolution No. __________
Decrease Expenditure Account Description Amount
Appropriations
1004-720-000-4266 Contract Services $27,000.00
Increase Expenditure Account Description Amount
Appropriations
1004-720-000-4236 Maintenance & Repair $27,000.00
Section 3. That a copy of this Resolution shall be filed in the offices of the City Clerk, City Manager, City Controller, City Attorney and Public Works Street Maintenance Department.
Section 4. That the Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Resolution.
ADOPTED this ________ day of _________________, 2025.
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EMMA SHARIF
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
ATTEST:
___________________________________
SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss
CITY OF COMPTON )
I, Satra D. Zurita, City Clerk of the City of Compton, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Compton, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk at a regular meeting thereof held on this ________ day of ___________________, 2025.
That said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERSNOES: COUNCILMEMBERSABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERSABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS- ___________ ___
SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON