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 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: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSTAIN:COUNCIL MEMBERS-
___________________________________
SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
October 7, 2025
TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER
TO THE WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA (WRD) FOR GROUNDWATER PRODUCTION
ASSESSMENT FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 IN THE AMOUNT OF TWO MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,500,000.)
SUMMARY
Adoption of this resolution will authorize the City Manager to issue a purchase order to the Water Replenishment District of Southern California (WRD) for groundwater production assessment fees for fiscal year 2025-2026 in the amount of Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,500,000).
BACKGROUND
The Water Replenishment District (WRD) is the largest groundwater agency by population in the State of California, managing and protecting local groundwater resources by monitoring water quality, replenishing aquifers with recycled and captured stormwater, preventing contamination, and administering water rights.
WRD's service area covers a 420-square-mile region of southern Los Angeles County, the most populated county in the United States. The 43 cities in the service area, including a portion of the City of Los Angeles, and other unincorporated parts of LA County use about 220,000 acre-feet (72 billion gallons) of groundwater annually which accounts for nearly half of the region's water supply needs.
The Water Replenishment District groundwater production fees are charges imposed on local or state agencies or other entities that extract (pump) groundwater from underground aquifers. These fees are used to fund the management, conservation, and sustainability efforts for local groundwater basins.
The City of Compton Municipal Water Department (CMWD) serves the City’s water demands through two (2) sources; groundwater production and imported water. The CMWD delivers approximately 8,000 acre-feet of water on an annual basis to the City of Compton populace. This water delivery is provided through City groundwater pumping rights and a combination of lease-in groundwater pumping rights, and MWD imported water (as needed) for total water delivery service.
10.10. Staff Report – Water Replenishment District of Southern California October 7, 2025 Page 2
STATEMENT OF THE ISSUE
Annually, the Compton Municipal Water Department (CMWD) achieves its water delivery goals by groundwater pumping of our own water wells and securing the groundwater pumping rights through the Water Replenishment District of Southern California.
The groundwater pumped by municipal water utilities, water companies, and others are imposed a Replenishment Assessment fee (RA) by the WRD for basin and recharge purposes. Funds generated by the RA cover the cost of water purchased to replenish the two (2) largest and most utilized groundwater basins in Southern California, management and water conservation.
Staff has estimated that the assessment fees for pumping groundwater is Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,500,000) for fiscal year 2025-2026.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds in the amount of Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars have been budgeted for this expenditure in Account Number 5000-850-000-4251 (Water Purchases) in the City of Compton Municipal Water Department’s 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that Council adopt this resolution.
JOSE GARFIAS, INTERIM GENERAL MANAGER
MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:
WILLIE A. HOPKINS
CITY MANGER
RESOLUTION NO. ___________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER TO THE
WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (WRD) FOR GROUNDWATER PRODUCTION ASSESSMENT FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025- 2026 IN THE AMOUNT OF TWO MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,500,000)
WHEREAS, the Water Replenishment District (WRD) is the largest groundwater agency by population in the State of California, managing and protecting local groundwater resources by monitoring water quality, replenishing aquifers with recycled and captured stormwater, preventing contamination, and administering water rights; and WHEREAS, WRD ensures that a reliable supply of high-quality groundwater is available through the replenishment of aquifers with recycled water and stormwater capture; and
WHEREAS, WRD's service area covers a 420-square-mile region of southern Los Angeles County, the most populated county in the United States; and WHEREAS, approximately 220,000-acre feet (72 billion gallons) of groundwater is pumped annually which accounts for half of the region’s water supply needs; and WHEREAS, groundwater pumped by municipal water utilities water companies and others are imposed a Replenishment Assessment fee (RA) by WRD for basin recharge purposes and these funds generated from the RA cover the cost of water purchased to replenish the two largest and most utilized groundwater basins in Southern California; and
WHEREAS, the City of Compton Municipal Water Department (CMWD) serves the City’s water demands through two (2) sources; groundwater production and imported water; and
WHEREAS, it is estimated that the assessment fees for pumping groundwater is Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,500,000) for fiscal year 2025-2026.
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 issue a purchase order to the Water Replenishment District of Southern California (WRD) in the amount of Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,500,000).
Section 2. That Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,500,000) is allocated in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget in Account No. 5000-850-000-4251 (Water Purchases) for this expenditure.
Section 3. That copies of this Resolution shall be filed in the offices of the City Manager, City Controller, City Clerk, City Attorney, Law Division, and the Municipal Water 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.
Resolution No._______________
________________________________
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 the __________ day of ____________________, 2025.
That said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
___________________________________
SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
October 7, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH AND ESTABLISH A
PURCHASE ORDER TO BRIDGEBASE MANAGEMENT LLC TO
DESIGN AND BUILD THE COMPTON CONNECT CIVIC INNOVATION
INIATIVE – CITY VAULT, CITY BOX, AND CITY TRACK
SUMMARY
Adoption of this Resolution authorizes the City Manager to enter into a professional services agreement with and establish a purchase order to BridgeBase Management LLC to design and build the Compton Connect Civic Innovation Initiative (the “Agreement”) in an amount not to exceed Three Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand, Two Hundred Dollars ($348,200.00). This is a transformational civic technology project designed to improve the transparency, accessibility, and efficiency of City services through three AI-powered systems:
CityVault: Public Records Acquisition and Redaction
CityBox: Notebook Setup and Routing
CityTrack: Election Compliance Monitoring
These systems are designed to enhance public access to government information, streamline workflows, and improve compliance and trust in the City of Compton.
BACKGROUND
Residents are increasingly demanding more transparent, accessible, and user-friendly interactions with local government. In response, the City of Compton has partnered with BridgeBase Management LLC to develop Compton Connect — a technology initiative that integrates AI- driven tools with a human-centered design philosophy.
The initiative includes:
A centralized CityHub dashboard connecting CityVault and CityBox. Miss Coco Kiosk in City Hall and Miss Coco On-the-Go mobile app. AI-powered Digital Hub for resident inquiries on agendas, municipal code, and city services.
This multi-phase project will begin in Fall 2025 with the build and integration of these systems, continuing into 2026 for advanced functionality, training, and long-term sustainability.
ANALYSIS
CityVault will automate the intake, search, and retrieval of public records with AI-powered redaction protocols, protecting sensitive information while increasing access.
CityBox will digitally organize City documents into AI-sorted notebooks (e.g., agendas, minutes, municipal code, FAQs, charter), creating structured, searchable archives.
11.11.11. Staff Report – Compton Connect Civic Innovation Initiative October 7, 2025 Page 2
CityTrack will provide real-time, AI-monitored tracking of election compliance tasks, deadlines, and public updates, ensuring greater accuracy, transparency, and public trust.
The complete Compton Connect Civic Innovation Initiative also includes the CityHub Dashboard, the AI-powered Digital Hub, the Miss Coco Kiosk, and the Miss Coco On-the-Go mobile application.
Together, these systems modernize the City of Compton’s public-facing information systems, aligning with best practices in government transparency and digital transformation.
FISCAL IMPACT
This action will result in a one-time appropriation of $348,200.00 during Fiscal Year 2025–2026.
No ongoing or multi-year obligations are authorized by this action. Any future costs related to hosting, platform management, or system upgrades after October 31, 2026, shall be brought to Council separately for appropriation and approval.
The funds have been allocated in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget as follows:
Account No. 1001-470-000-4262 $187,000.00
Account No. 1001-480-000-4262 $161,200.00
Any hosting, cloud management, or platform maintenance fees beyond October 31, 2026, shall be subject to separate City Council review and appropriation.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached resolution:
1. Approving the Compton Connect Civic Innovation Initiative.
2. Authorizing the City Manager to enter into the Agreement in the amount of $348,200.00.
WILLIE A. HOPKINS, JR.
CITY MANAGER
RESOLUTION NO. _____________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH AND ESTABLISH A PURCHASE ORDER TO
BRIDGEBASE MANAGEMENT LLC TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE COMPTON
CONNECT CIVIC INNOVATION INITIATIVE - CITYVAULT, CITYBOX, AND
CITYTRACK
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Compton seeks to promote transparency, accessibility, efficiency, and equity in local government; and WHEREAS, residents have expressed a need for more responsive and user-friendly access to government information and services; and
WHEREAS, the City has identified Compton Connect as a comprehensive civic innovation initiative designed to meet these needs through integration of advanced technology, including the AI-driven platforms CityVault, CityBox, and CityTrack; and WHEREAS, the project scope includes the design and implementation of a centralized CityHub dashboard, Miss Coco kiosk, Miss Coco On-the-Go mobile application, and Digital Hub, with a total cost of Three Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand, Two Hundred Dollars ($348,200.00) as proposed by BridgeBase Management LLC; and WHEREAS, the initiative will be implemented in phases beginning Fall 2025, with subsequent enhancements through October 2026, ensuring staff training, resident accessibility, and long-term sustainability; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that this appropriation is limited to Fiscal Year 2025–2026 and does not create an obligation on future budgets without further Council action; and
WHEREAS, the City Controller shall certify that sufficient funds are available in the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 Budget prior to execution of this professional services agreement with BridgeBase Management LLC for the Compton Connect Civic Innovation Initiative (the “Agreement”).
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the City Council approves the Compton Connect Civic Innovation Initiative, including CityVault, CityBox, and CityTrack.
Section 2. That this authorization also includes the design and implementation of the Compton Connect CityHub Dashboard, Miss Coco kiosk, Miss Coco On-the-Go mobile application, and Digital Hub, as described in the supporting Staff Report and Proposal.
Section 2. That the City Manager is authorized to execute the Agreement, in an amount not to exceed Three Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand, Two Hundred Dollars ($348,200.00), for the design, build, deployment, and maintenance of the initiative.
Section 3. The City Manager is authorized to issue a purchase order to BridgeBase Management LLC in an amount not to exceed $348,200.00. These funds have been allocated in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget as follows:
Account No. 1001-470-000-4262 $187.000.0
Account No. 1001-480-000-4262 $161,200.00
Section 4. That this Resolution does not obligate the City to fund any services beyond October 31, 2026, without separate Council action.
RESOLUTION NO. ________________
PAGE 2
Section 5. That a copy of this Resolution shall be filed in the offices of the City Clerk, Law Division, City Manager, and City Controller.
Section 6. That the Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Resolution.
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
CITY OF LOS ANGELES: SS
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 the ________day of ______________, 2025.
That said resolution was adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS -
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS -
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS -
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS -
________________________________________
SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
August 8, 2025 Presented by: Vantaggio by BridgeBase Management LLC PO Box 4336 Mission Viejo, CA 92690 Project Manager: C. Supe [email protected] 949-324-5440 Project Scope: Design and Build of Compton Connect, the City Hub for Information, Miss Coco Kiosk,
and
Coco
On-the-Go
App
Compton Connect: A Civic Transformation Initiative Vision, Purpose, and the Call to Innovation
In cities across America, residents are calling for the government to be more transparent, more accessible,
and
more
human.
In
response,
the
City
of
Compton
is
rising
to
meet
the
moment
with
a
bold
initiative
that
bridges
innovation
with
inclusion:
Compton
Connect.
Compton Connect is more than a technology platform—it’s a new model for civic belonging.
Compton Connect brings together four essential layers:
● A centralized CityHub dashboard to streamline internal operations and automate resident-facing
processes;
● The welcoming, animated Miss Coco kiosk stationed in City Hall, delivering city services with
dignity
and
ease;
● The Miss Coco On-the-Go mobile app, enabling residents to engage with city services anytime,
anywhere;
● And a powerful Digital Hub, powered by next-generation AI, offering instant answers to resident
questions
about
agendas,
municipal
code,
services,
and
more.
Together, these tools create a seamless, user-centered civic experience. One that puts the resident
first—without
sacrificing
efficiency,
compliance,
or
operational
integrity.
This initiative is not a pilot. It is a signature system investment in how Compton shows up for its people—today,
tomorrow,
and
for
generations
to
come.
What It Is—And Why It Matters
Compton Connect is both a technology stack and a value statement. It is designed to answer real questions
facing
local
governments
today:
● How do we serve residents more efficiently without sacrificing the personal touch? ● How do we keep the public informed without overwhelming our staff? ● How do we welcome every resident—tech-savvy or not, English-speaking or not, first-time voter
or
lifelong
advocate—into
City
Hall?
● And how do we build trust in an age of disconnection?
1. CityHub Dashboard
This behind-the-scenes platform is the control center for document automation, redaction management,
citywide
workflow
tracking,
and
resident
requests.
With
connections
to
CityBox
and
CityVault
systems,
the
CityHub
transforms
the
City’s
information
systems
into
a
digital-first,
resident-responsive
command
center.
From
a
single
screen,
staff
can
process
agenda
uploads,
track
record
requests,
and
manage
data
flows
without
the
inefficiencies
of
multi-platform
bouncing.
2. Digital Hub with AI-Powered Retrieval
Built with GPT-style artificial intelligence, the Digital Hub allows residents to type or speak queries
and
receive
clear,
accurate,
and
friendly
answers.
Questions
like
“When
and
where
is
the
next
city
council
meeting?”,
“What
is
the
municipal
code
on
zoning?”,
“How
do
I
file
a
public
records
request?”
or
“How
do
I
open
a
business
in
Compton?”
are
answered
in
seconds,
day
or
night.
This
tool
doesn’t
just
support
access—it
transforms
bureaucratic
complexity
into
user
confidence.
3. Miss Coco Kiosk
Installed at City Hall, the Compton Connect, Miss Coco, animated kiosk is an engaging and dignified
front
door
to
civic
information.
Designed
to
reflect
the
vibrancy
and
cultural
pride
of
Compton,
Miss
Coco
speaks,
gestures,
and
navigates
city
services
in
a
tone
that
is
both
professional
and
neighborly.
This
interactive
tool
gives
residents
access
to
minutes,
ordinances,
and
FAQs
without
requiring
computer
literacy
or
the
intimidation
of
office
paperwork.
1 4. Miss Coco On-the-Go App
The kiosk’s mobile counterpart, the app ensures that city government is not confined to a building.
With
a
few
taps,
residents
can
find
public
meeting
records,
track
a
request,
access
guidance
on
local
laws,
or
get
step-by-step
instructions
on
how
to
submit
a
form.
It
empowers
families,
students,
seniors,
and
workers
alike—wherever
they
are.
Designed for Dignity, Built for Belonging
Technology in government often focuses on efficiency at the expense of the human experience.
Compton
Connect
is
different.
This initiative reflects a design for dignity—every decision centered around how residents feel, how
they’re
treated,
and
how
welcome
they
are
when
engaging
with
their
local
government.
Accessibility
Whether a resident is 75 years old and unfamiliar with smartphones, or a 17-year-old navigating civic
life
for
the
first
time,
Compton
Connect
meets
them
where
they
are.
Kiosks
use
large
fonts,
voice
commands,
and
friendly
prompts.
The
mobile
app
is
intuitive
and
multilingual.
No
resident
is
left
out
of
the
digital
conversation.
Equity
The Miss Coco interface and branding reflect the cultural identity of Compton. It’s not just about delivering
services—it’s
about
seeing
people,
honoring
their
history,
and
designing
something
that
feels
native,
not
foreign.
This
matters—because
when
residents
see
themselves
reflected
in
the
tools
they’re
offered,
they
are
more
likely
to
trust
and
use
them.
Transparency
Information about public meetings, city code, and government processes is too often locked behind
forms,
departments,
and
jargon.
Compton
Connect
turns
that
paradigm
inside
out.
With
24/7
access
to
information
and
a
system
that
speaks
plain
English
that
can
be
translated
into
other
languages,
civic
data
is
no
longer
something
you
chase—it’s
something
you
receive.
Efficiency
City staff are often burdened with repeated inquiries, paper-based requests, and fragmented data systems.
By
streamlining
core
workflows
and
providing
residents
with
self-serve
access,
Compton
Connect
gives
time
back
to
staff—allowing
them
to
focus
on
what
matters
most:
helping
people.
2 Project Timeline and Phased Rollout
A visionary initiative requires a structured, realistic timeline for execution. Compton Connect is divided
into
three
implementation
phases,
each
building
toward
full
functionality
while
ensuring
quality,
training,
and
integration.
Phase I: System Design and Launch — Fall 2025
● Finalization of CityHub dashboard system architecture ● Build and integration of the GPT-powered Digital Hub (for FAQs, agenda/minutes, and city code)
● Animation and AI integration for the Miss Coco kiosk interface ● Installation of one Miss Coco kiosk in the City Hall lobby, including interactive AI tables Phase II: Advanced Functionality — Spring 2026
● Development of redaction workflows and print options within CityVault. ● UI enhancements for staff and public document handling ● Miss Coco On-the-Go mobile app build
● Testing, deployment, and App Store release of the app to Compton residents
Phase III: Service Support and Training — Through October 2026 ● Ongoing technical support, cloud AI maintenance, and system improvements ● Two dedicated training days for staff to ensure long-term sustainability ● Usage tracking and feedback loop implementation to measure effectiveness and guide next-stage
development
This phased timeline allows for deliberate, strategic development while offering early wins and clear
resident
benefits
within
months
of
launch.
A Model for the Nation—and a Legacy for Compton 3 Compton Connect is not just a local program—it is a national example of what civic innovation can look
like
when
it
is
rooted
in
equity,
culture,
and
community
service.
It is about creating a digital bridge that brings the public closer to the people who serve them. It is about
removing
the
friction
from
public
life
and
replacing
it
with
clarity,
ease,
and
care.
It
is
about
building
a
government
that
feels
responsive,
modern,
and
worthy
of
the
people
it
represents.
Why This Matters to Council
This Council is being asked to support more than a toolset—it is being asked to support a reimagining
of
how
government
can
show
up.
With
this
initiative,
the
Council
becomes
the
body
that:
● Embraced future-facing tools with cultural heart ● Replaced confusion with confidence for tens of thousands of residents ● Positioned Compton as a national leader in civic AI ● Created a framework for trust in government that will echo into the future The Compton Connect Miss Coco kiosk will become a beloved face of public service. The app will become
a
tool
families
rely
on.
The
CityHub
will
become
a
source
of
relief
and
focus
for
staff.
And
the
Compton
Connect
brand
will
become
shorthand
for
a
city
that
listens,
responds,
and
leads
with
dignity.
4 Scope of Work
Item Total Cost Phase Notes
AI System Design: CityHub Dashboard for Compton Connect and CityBox and CityVault processes $70,000
Fall 2025 Includes AI system architecture and workflow automation planning from City to Resident and Resident to City. This is the scope and wireframes flow that will be designed by Vantaggio’s team to reflect the on-going conversations about function and priority.
Creation and Deployment of Digital Hub : GPT-type function for FAQs, Agenda & Minutes, and Municipal Code (retrieval from CityBox tech and redaction- redaction moved to Spring 2026 and noted/quoted below) $50,000 Fall 2025
Technical team build of CityBox function and UI design execution Miss Coco Kiosk s animation design, retrieval function, user flow $40,000 Fall 2025 Includes AI system architecture and animation of city information kiosk (one information flow from CityBox build) Kiosk Equipment- one vertical animated kiosk- hardware $40,000
Fall 2025 Includes two AI tables for the lobby of City Hall or any other designated area.
Installation of Miss Coco Kiosk s in City Hall Lobby $40,000 Winter 2026 Approximate installation cost of 1 interactive kiosk with service and hardware for function (includes token use thru June 2026) Two AI tables will also be installed..
Document retrieval from CityBox tech and CityVault redaction : redaction moved to Spring 2026 and noted/quoted below) $20,000 Spring 2026
Build of CityVault auto-redaction function and print function with UI design execution. A pay function is optional at no additional cost. 5 Miss Coco On-the-Go App Design and Build
$30,000 Spring 2026 and mobile application (one initial information flow) Deployment of Miss Coco On-the-Go App
$15,000
Spring 2026 Made available to City Residents in App Store Ongoing: Hub Service Fee (November 2025 -October 2026) $43,200 Due 4/14/26
Hub maintenance and support through October 2026. Covers software updates, troubleshooting, and system improvements. This service fee includes 2 training days for staff.
Total Project Cost $348,200 Note: The on-going external cloud and AI platform fees are included for the duration of the period
of
payment
to
Vantaggio
through
October
31,
2026.
6 Addendum – Ownership, Hosting, and Tech Management Options As part of the Compton Connect proposal, we want to clarify ownership, hosting, and ongoing service
options:
1. Ownership of the Platform
The
Compton
Connect
platform
is
fully
owned
by
the
client
once
developed.
There
is
no
“lease”
model
—
the
build
is
delivered
as
the
client’s
system.
2. Hosting on Amazon Web Services (AWS)
The
platform
will
be
hosted
on
AWS.
Clients
may
choose
one
of
two
options
for
hosting
and
management:
Option A, Vantaggio Managed:
● Beginning November 1, 2026, the platform will transition to an ongoing service model.
● Monthly Management Fee: $5,000
● Annual Management Fee: $60,000
● Term: November 1, 2026 – June 30, 2031
What the Fee Includes
1. Amazon Web Services (AWS) Hosting Costs
○ Estimated at ~$3,000/month, included within the $5,000 fee. ○ Covers server hosting, storage, and AI usage (token consumption).
7 2. System Monitoring & Technical Support
○ Uptime monitoring, troubleshooting, and crash recovery. ○ AWS configuration and optimization handled by Vantaggio.
3. Platform Maintenance & Administration
○ Regular updates, patches, and account management. ○ Coordination with AWS for billing and continuity.
4. AI Token Usage Optimization
○ Monitoring and adjusting AI usage to reduce costs as token pricing decreases.
5. Help Desk & Priority Client Support
○ Dedicated technical support contact.
○ Priority handling for urgent issues.
Option B, Compton Self-Managed:
● The client may choose to manage AWS directly after July 31, 2026. ● In this case, the client will pay AWS directly (estimated ~$3,000/month), but Vantaggio
management
services
will
not
be
included.
3. Annual Fee Reference
The
managed
service
option
equates
to
$60,000
per
year.
This
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9 October 7, 2025
TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER
TO THE METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA (MWD) FOR THE PURCHASE OF IMPORTED WATER (AS NEEDED) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 IN THE AMOUNT OF THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($300,000).
SUMMARY
Adoption of this resolution will authorize the City Manager to issue a purchase order to the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) for the purchase of imported water (as needed) for fiscal year 2025-2026 in the amount of Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000).
BACKGROUND
Metropolitan Water District (MWD) of Southern California brings water to the region from two sources: the Sacramento and San Joaquin rivers, via the State Water Project, and the Colorado River, via the Colorado Aqueduct. These imported supplies provide a foundation of water reliability in Southern California. These critical imported resources cannot easily be replaced, MWD works hard to ensure their continued reliability also in the face of climate change.
Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) services 26 public water agencies, cities, municipal water districts and one county water authority. MWD supplies directly or indirectly to 19 million people in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego and Ventura counties.
MWD has imported water from the Colorado River since 1941 and from Northern California since the early 1970s. MWD is the largest single contractor of the State Water Project and a major supporter of Southern California’s water conservation and water recycling programs.
The goals and objectives of the City of Compton Municipal Water Department (CMWD) focus on maintaining the City’s water infrastructure and providing top tier service to its customers, which sometimes includes the purchase of imported water.
The Compton Municipal Water Department (CMWD) delivers approximately 8,000 acre- feet of water on an annual basis to the City of Compton populace. This water delivery is provided through the City, the Water Replenishment District (WRD) groundwater pumping
12.12. Staff Report – Metropolitan Water District of Southern California October 7, 2025 Page 2
(5780) acre feet and Metropolitan Water District who ensures in the event of a water well shut down or maintenance, imported water is available to bridge the gap.
STATEMENT OF THE ISSUE
Annually, the Compton Municipal Water Department achieves its water delivery goals of 8000-acre feet by groundwater pumping of City water wells, securing the groundwater pumping rights through the Water Replenishment District of Southern California (WRD) and (as needed) imported water supplies through the Metropolitan Water District in the event of an emergency. If a water well becomes non-operational, the CMWD ensures in advance measures are in place with imported water from MWD to ensure continuity of water delivery.
One recent emergency occurred on August 24, 2025, whereby the City’s large production well (Well 18) failed to restart after an Operator conducted a static test (this test measures the static water level, which is the depth of the water in the well under normal and still conditions). After the City’s water contractor was called, and an inspection was completed, it was discovered the Well’s soft start had failed. At that point the water level had dropped to 15 feet, and the need to turn on the MWD connection was unavoidable.
The imported water helped to build up the reservoir level and maintain a safe system pressure.
Staff estimated the fees for imported water should not exceed Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000) for fiscal year 2025-2026.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds in the amount of Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000) have been budgeted for this expenditure in Account Number 5000-850-000-4252 (Water Purchases) in the City of Compton Municipal Water Department’s 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that Council adopt this resolution.
JOSE GARFIAS, INTERIM GENERAL MANAGER
MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:
WILLIE A. HOPKINS
CITY MANGER
RESOLUTION NO. ___________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER TO THE
METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (MWD) FOR THE PURCHASE OF IMPORTED WATER (AS NEEDED) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025- 2026 IN THE AMOUNT OF THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($300,000) WHEREAS, Metropolitan Water District (MWD) brings water to the California region from two sources: the Sacramento and San Joaquin rivers, via the State Water Project, and the Colorado River, via the Colorado Aqueduct; and WHEREAS, these imported water supplies provide a foundation for water reliability in Southern California; and
WHEREAS, MWD has imported water from the Colorado River since 1941 and from Northern California since the early 1970’s and is the largest single contractor of the State Water Project supporting water conservation and water recycling programs; and WHEREAS, the goals and objectives of the Compton Municipal Water Department (CMWD) includes maintaining the City’s water infrastructure and providing top tier water service to its customers, which sometimes includes purchasing imported water; and
WHEREAS, the purchase of imported water from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) ensures in the event of a water well shut down or maintenance, imported water is available to bridge the gap; and WHEREAS, a recent water emergency occurred on August 24, 2025, whereby the City’s large production well (Well 18) failed to restart after an Operator conducted a static test; and
WHEREAS, after the City’s contractor inspected the Well, it was discovered that the soft start had failed; and
WHEREAS, at that point the water level had dropped to 15 feet, and the need to turn on the MWD imported water connection was necessary; and WHEREAS, it is estimated that the cost for MWD imported water for fiscal year 2025- 2026 will be Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000); and WHEREAS, funds have been allocated in the Department’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget in Account No. 5000-850-000-4252 (Water Purchases).
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 issue a purchase order to the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) in the amount of Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000).
Section 2. That funding in the amount of Three Hundred Thousand Dollars $300,000 is allocated in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget in Account No. 5000-850-000-4252 (Water Purchase) for this expenditure.
Section 3. That a certified copy of this Resolution shall be filed in the offices of the City Manager, City Controller, City Clerk, City Attorney, Law Division, and the Municipal Water Department.
Section 4. That the Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Resolution.
Resolution No._______________
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 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 the _______ day of ____________________, 2025.
That said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
___________________________________
SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
October 7, 2025
TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: MUNICIPAL WATER DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AMENDING THE WATER DEPARTMENT’S BUDGET FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2025-2026 AND APPROPRIATE TWO HUNDRED FIFTY
THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY-SIX DOLLARS ($250,756.00)
FOR CALRECYCLE GRANT – ROUND 4 (OWR-4).
SUMMARY
The City Council will consider a resolution to accept and appropriate Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Six Dollars ($250,756.00) from the CalRecycle Grant – Round 4. The funds for this expenditure will be sourced from the SB1383 Organic Waste Recycling 4 account 2789-850-WR4-3569 and is based on the City’s population (approximately 93,000). The city intends to utilize these funds for the implementation of Compton’s Waste Management Plan (IWMP) in compliance with SB1383, following CalRecycle rules and regulations.
BACKGROUND
The Municipal Water Department is entrusted with the implementation of State Mandate SB1383. These regulations necessitate that jurisdictions conduct comprehensive education and outreach programs on organics recycling for all residents, businesses (including those generating edible food for donation), haulers, solid waste facilities, local food banks, and other food recovery organizations.
Jurisdictions, which encompass cities, counties, or special districts providing solid waste collection services, are required to maintain all necessary records under the SB1383 regulations within an Implementation Record (14 CCR Section 18995.2). Following the SB1383 Model Ordinance, the City of Compton has chosen to execute a performance- based source-separated organic waste collection service, as defined in Title 14 California Code of Regulations Article 17.
To comply with SB1383, jurisdictions must conduct a performance-based source separation and organics waste collection audit, recording the results in a Performance- Based Model Implementation Record Tool.
STATEMENT OF THE ISSUE
The City of Compton Water Department applied for and successfully secured Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Six Dollars ($250,756.00) from CalRecycle Grant – Round 4. The corresponding check was received on May 21, 2024, and now the
13.13.13. Staff Report – CalRecycle Grant – Round 4
October 7, 2025
funds need to be appropriated. The city intends to utilize these funds for the development of the City of Compton’s Implementation Waste Management Plan (IWMP) for SB1383.
All grant-funded expenditures will comply with the City Charter’s procurement requirements and applicable purchasing ordinances.
ALTERNATIVES
Staff does not recommend any alternatives.
FISCAL IMPACT
Staff is requesting an amendment to the Water Department’s budget for Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 to appropriate monies from fund balance from fund 2789 as outlined below:
Increase Expenditure Appropriations:
ACCOUNT NO Description Amount
2789-850-WR4-4262 Other Professional Services $250,756.00
RECOMMENDATIONS
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached resolution and appropriate Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-Six Dollars ($250,756.00) from CalRecycle Grant – Round 4.
JOSE GARFIAS
INTERIM WATER DEPARTMENT GENERAL MANAGER
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:
WILLIE A. HOPKINS, JR.
CITY MANAGER
RESOLUTION NO. ____________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
COMPTON AMENDING THE WATER DEPARTMENT’S BUDGET
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 AND APPROPRIATE TWO
HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY-SIX
DOLLARS ($250,756.00) FOR CALRECYCLE GRANT – ROUND 4
(OWR-4)
WHEREAS, the City of Compton has approximately 93,000 residents and the City of Compton Municipal Water Department’s water system serves approximately 58,000 residents and is responsible for implementing State Mandate SB1383 which requires jurisdictions to conduct comprehensive education and outreach programs on organics recycling; and
WHEREAS, under SB1383 regulations, jurisdictions must maintain all necessary records within an Implementation Record and conduct performance-based source separation and organics waste collection audits; and
WHEREAS, the City of Compton Water Department successfully applied for and secured $250,756.00 from the CalRecycle Grant — Round 4 to assist with implementation and compliance with SB1383 regulations; and
WHEREAS, on May 21, 2024, the City received the grant funds from CalRecycle and now needs to appropriate the funds to utilize for the development of the City's Implementation Waste Management Plan (IWMP) under SB1383; and
WHEREAS, staff is requesting an amendment to the Water Department’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 to increase expenditures in the amount of $250,756.00.
WHEREAS, CalRecycle grant application procedures require an applicant’s governing body, the City Manager, to declare by resolution certain authorizations related to the administration of CalRecycle grants.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1.That the Water Department’s Budget is amended as follows:
Appropriate from fund balance from fund 2789 and increase in expenditure appropriations for account 2789-850-WR4-4262 (Cal Recycle Fund, Rubbish Division, Other Professional Services)
SECTION 2. That the City Manager is authorized to take certain authorizations related to the administration of CalRecycle grants.
SECTION 3.That a copy of this Resolution shall be provided to the City Clerk, City Attorney, City Manager, City Controller, Legal Division, and Municipal Water 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.
Resolution No. ____________
_________________________________
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
CITY OF COMPTON: ss
I, Satra D. Zurita, City Clerk of the City of Compton, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council, signed by the Mayor, and attested by the City Clerk at a regular meeting thereof held on the ______ day of _________________, 2025.
That said Resolution was adopted by the following vote to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
___________________________________
SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON