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DAVID BENNETT
WATER DEPARTMENT GENERAL MANAGER
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:
JERRY GROOMES
ACTING CITY MANAGER
RESOLUTION NO. ____________
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RESOLUTION NO. _______
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON ORDERING
CHARGES FOR SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL HANDLING
SERVICES, INCLUDING DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS SUBMITTED BY REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. DBA CONSOLIDATED DISPOSAL SERVICE, TO BE COLLECTED ON THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY TAX ROLL FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Compton is authorized pursuant to Chapter XXI of the Compton Municipal Code and Article 4 of Chapter 6, Part 3, Division 5 of the California Health and Safety Code, commencing with Section 5470, to levy annual charges for solid waste and recyclable material handling services and collect delinquent accounts on the Los Angeles County Tax Roll (“Tax Roll”); and
WHEREAS, such charges collected on the Tax Roll shall be collected in the same manner, by the same persons, and at the same time as the general taxes of the City; and WHEREAS, Republic Services, Inc. dba Consolidated Disposal Service (“Republic Services”) provides solid waste and recyclable material handling services within the City of Compton; and
WHEREAS, charges billed by Republic Services shall be considered delinquent if payment is not received within thirty (30) days after billing, and Republic Services shall notify customers of overdue accounts and potential collection actions; and WHEREAS, Republic Services may submit delinquent accounts to the City for collection on the Tax Roll; and
WHEREAS, Republic Services submitted to the City a list of delinquent accounts that are at least ninety (90) days past due as of April 30, 2026, for collection on the Tax Roll for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, and the City has reviewed and verified such list; and WHEREAS, the City has caused a written report (“Report”) to be prepared and filed with the City Clerk in accordance with Section 5473 of the California Health and Safety Code, and the Report is available for public review in the offices of the City Clerk and the Water Department; and
WHEREAS, the Report contains: (i) a description of each parcel within the City to which the charges apply and the amount of the charges for Fiscal Year 2026-2027; and (ii) a description of each delinquent account submitted by Republic Services for collection on the Tax Roll, including the delinquent amounts owed; and
WHEREAS, following notice duly given in accordance with law, the City Council held a public hearing pursuant to Section 5473 of the California Health and Safety Code to consider the Report and all objections or protests related thereto; and RESOLUTION NO. ____________
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WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that no majority protest exists pursuant to Section 5473.2 of the California Health and Safety Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council finds the above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 2. The City Council hereby overrules any objections or protests to the Report and approves the Report as filed; provided, however, that the General Manager of the Water Department is authorized to remove from the Report any property for which the charges or delinquent amounts have been paid in full, or to reduce the amount for any property for which partial payment has been received.
SECTION 3. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to file the Report with the City Treasurer together with a statement endorsed thereon indicating that the Report has been approved and adopted by the City Council.
SECTION 4. The General Manager of the Water Department on behalf of the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to file a copy of the Report and a certified copy of this Resolution with the Los Angeles County Auditor for placement of the charges and delinquent accounts on the Tax Roll for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
SECTION 5. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Resolution.
ADOPTED this _______ day of ___________, 2026.
_______________________________
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
ATTEST:
___________________________________
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
RESOLUTION NO. ____________
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss
CITY OF COMPTON )
I, Satra Zurita, City Clerk of the City of Compton, do 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 ________, 2026.
That said resolution was adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Council Members-
NOES: Council Members-
ABSENT: Council Members-
ABSTAIN: Council Members-
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CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
JULY 7, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: JEROME GROOMES
ACTING CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF A BALLOT MEASURE FOR THE NOVEMBER 2026
GENERAL ELECTION TO PROHIBIT THE SALE, POSSESSION, AND USE
OF FIREWORKS IN THE CITY OF COMPTON
SUMMARY
On June 9, 2026 staff received direction from Council to authorize preparation of a ballot measure for placement on the November 2026 General Election ballot proposing a citywide ban on all fireworks. The propose ballot consideration references Resolution No. 26,228, which previously outlined the City Council’s intent to evaluate and pursue measures enhancing public safety related to fireworks.
BACKGROUND
Fireworks activity in the City of Compton continues to pose significant public safety risks and quality-of-life impacts. Despite existing prohibitions on illegal fireworks and enforcement efforts by the Fire Department, Sheriff’s Department, and Code Enforcement, the community continues to experience:
Large-scale use of illegal aerial fireworks
Neighborhood disturbances throughout the summer months Fire hazards to residential and commercial structures Injuries to residents and visitors
Distress to seniors, individuals with PTSD, children, and pets Elevated noise and air quality complaints
In Resolution No. 26,228, adopted by the City Council, the Council expressed its commitment to exploring additional regulatory and enforcement options to improve community safety and reduce fireworks-related impacts. The Resolution further directed staff to evaluate legal mechanisms available for implementing a comprehensive fireworks ban, including voter-approved measures.
Staff has determined that a complete prohibition on the sale, possession, and use of fireworks in Compton— including currently permitted “safe and sane” fireworks— requires approval by the electorate, as authorized by the Compton City Charter.
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ANALYSIS
The placement of a ballot measure on the November 2026 ballot would allow Compton voters to decide whether to adopt a citywide fireworks ban. Key components of the proposed measure would include:
1.Prohibiting all fireworks within City limits, regardless of classification.
2.Authorizing the City Council to adopt supplemental regulations and fines.
3.Aligning Compton with regional jurisdictions that have adopted similar bans.
4.Strengthening enforcement authority, particularly during high-risk holiday periods.
Placing the measure on the November 2026 General Election ballot will ensure maximum voter turnout and reduce election-related costs through consolidation with the Los Angeles County elections process.
If the City Council directs staff to move forward, staff will collaborate with the Legal Division to draft ballot language, an impartial analysis, and the required resolutions calling the election and consolidating with Los Angeles County.
FISCAL IMPACT
Costs associated with placing the measure on the November 2026 ballot will depend on Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk charges. Estimated costs will be presented to the Council upon receipt of the County’s final consolidated election fee schedule. Funding will be drawn from the General Fund’s elections budget.
ALTERNATIVES
The City Council may:
Direct staff to prepare the ballot measure for the November 2026 ballot; Modify the scope or timing of the proposed ballot measure; Decline to pursue placement of a fireworks ban on the ballot.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
Provide direction to staff to prepare all necessary documents for placing a fireworks ban measure on the November 2026 General Election ballot, consistent with the intent expressed in Resolution No. 26,228.
STAFF REPORT – CONSIDERATION OF FIREWORKS BALLOT MEASURE FOR THE NOVEMBER 2026 JULY 7, 2026
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JEROME GROOMES
ACTING CITY MANAGER
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution No. 26,228
2. Fireworks Data Summary June 2022 to July 2026
3. Resolution Calling for the Election for Ban on Fireworks
4. Fireworks Ban Ordinance
5. Ballot Language
6. Voter Pamphlet Informational Text
7. City Clerk Summary for Publication
June 9, 2026
Council Mee�ng
1 City of Compton Residential Fires June 2022 – Present Descrip�on Number
of Fires Deaths Injuries
Es�mated
Property
Damage &
Contents from
Fire
Private Dwellings (1 or 2 family), Including
mobile homes
45 - - $1,117,950
Apartments (3 or more families)
14 - - $318,700
Hotels and Motels
1 - - $9,000
All Other Residen�al (dormitories, boarding
houses, tents, etc.)
11 - - $149,500
TOTAL RESIDENTIAL FIRES
71 - - $1,595,150
-
200,000
400,000
600,000
800,000
1,000,000
1,200,000
1,400,000
1,600,000
PRIVATE
DWELLINGS (1 OR
2 FAMILY),
INCLUDING
MOBILE HOMES
APARTMENTS (3
OR MORE
FAMILIES)
HOTELS AND
MOTELS
ALL OTHER
RESIDENTIAL
(DORMITORIES,
BOARDING
HOUSES, TENTS,
ETC.)
TOTAL
RESIDENTIAL FIRES
45 14 1 11 71 - - - - -- - - - -
$1,117,950
$318,700
$9,000
$149,500
$1,595,150
Residential Fires
Number of Fires Deaths Injuries Estimated Property Damage & Contents from Fire June 9, 2026
Council Mee�ng
2 City of Compton Structure Fires June 2022 – Present
Descrip�on Number
of Fires
Deaths Injuries Es�mated Property
Damage & Contents
from Fire
Public Assembly (church, restaurant, clubs,
etc.)
9 -
-
$90,015
Schools and Colleges
-
-
-
$0
Health Care and Penal Ins�tu�ons
(hospitals, nursing homes, prisons, etc.)
1 -
-
$250,000
Stores and Offices
15 -
-
$933,000
Industry, U�lity, Defense, Laboratories,
Manufacturing
2 -
-
$2,285,000
Storage in Structures (barns, vehicle storage
garages, general storage, etc.)
7 -
-
$67,000
Other Structures (outbuildings, bridges,
etc.)
114
-
-
$12,235
TOTALS FOR STRUCTURE FIRES 148 - - $3,637,250
-
500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
3,000,000
3,500,000
4,000,000
9 - 1 15 2 7 114 148 - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - -$90,015 $0 $250,000 $933,000
$2,285,000
$67,000 $12,235
$3,637,250
Structure Fires
Number of Fires Deaths Injuries Estimated Property Damage & Contents from Fire June 9, 2026
Council Mee�ng
3 City of Compton Non-Structural Fires June 2022 – Present Descrip�on Number
of Fires
Deaths Injuries Es�mated
Property Damage &
Contents from Fire
Fires In Highway Vehicles (autos, trucks,
buses, etc.)
90 -
1 $3,118,336
Fires In Other Vehicles (planes, trains, ships,
construc�on or farm vehicles, etc.)
24 -
-
$2,750,960
Fires outside of Structures with Value
involved, but Not Vehicles (outside storage,
crops, �mber, etc.)
62 -
-
$140,515
Fires in Brush, Grass, Wildland (excluding
crops and �mber), with no value involved
216
-
Fires in Rubbish, Including Dumpsters
(outside of structures), with no value
involved
876
-
All Other Fires 84 - - $1,916,70
TOTALS FOR NONSTRUCTURAL FIRES 1,352 - 1 $7,926,511
-
1,000,000
2,000,000
3,000,000
4,000,000
5,000,000
6,000,000
7,000,000
8,000,000
90 24 62 216 876 84 1,352 - - - - - - -1 - - - 1
$3,118,336 $2,750,960
$140,515
$1,916,700
$7,926,511
NonStructural Fire
Number of Fires Deaths Injuries Estimated Property Damage & Contents from Fire June 9, 2026
Council Mee�ng
4 City of Compton Total Fire Incidents June 2022 – Present Descrip�on Number
of Fires
Rescue, Emergency Medical Responses (ambulance, EMS, rescue) 16,708
False Alarm Responses (malicious or uninten�onal false calls, malfunc�ons, bomb scares)
853
Mutual Aid Responses Given
69 Hazardous Materials Responses
41 Other Hazardous Responses (arcing wires, bomb removal, power line down, etc.) 175
All Other Responses (smoke scares, lock-outs, animal rescue, etc.) 1,810
TOTAL FOR ALL INCIDENTS
19,656
-
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
14,000
16,000
18,000
20,000
16,708
853 69 41 175
1,810
19,656
All Incidents
June 9, 2026
Council Mee�ng
5 City of Compton Confined and Non-Confined Fire June 2022 – Present Descrip�on Number of Confined Fires Number of Non-Confined Fires Residen�al Fires 22 19 Structure Fires 43 17
-
5 10
15 20
25 30
35 40
45 NUMBER OF CONFINED FIRES NUMBER OF NONCONFINED FIRES 22 19
43 17
Total Fires
Residential Fires Structure Fires
RESOLUTION NO. ____________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON CALLING FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS AT THE NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION A PROPOSED ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE SALE, POSSESSION, AND USE OF ALL FIREWORKS WITHIN THE CITY OF COMPTON;
REQUESTING CONSOLIDATION WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY GENERAL ELECTION; AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO TAKE ALL NECESSARY
ACTIONS
WHEREAS, the City of Compton currently permits the sale and use of state-approved “safe and sane” fireworks during limited time periods, while illegal fireworks are prohibited under state and local law; and WHEREAS, the City continues to experience significant public safety, health, and quality-of-life impacts related to fireworks, including fire hazards, personal injuries, noise disturbances, environmental impacts, and widespread use of illegal aerial fireworks; and WHEREAS, on adoption of Resolution No. 26,228, the City Council expressed its intent to consider additional measures to address the impacts of fireworks within the community, including submission of a fireworks prohibition ordinance to the voters; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to submit to the voters a proposed ordinance prohibiting the sale, possession, and use of all fireworks—including “safe and sane” fireworks—within the City of Compton; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the California Elections Code and Compton City Charter, voter approval is required to enact such a prohibition; and WHEREAS, the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk will conduct the Statewide General Election on November 3, 2026; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to consolidate the City’s ballot measure with the County-administered election in order to reduce costs and maximize voter participation.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council hereby calls for the submission to the qualified voters of the City of Compton, at the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election, a measure proposing adoption of an ordinance prohibiting the sale, possession, and use of all fireworks within the City.
Resolution No. ___________
Section 2. The ballot question to be submitted to the voters shall read as follows:
"Shall the City of Compton adopt an ordinance prohibiting the sale, possession, and use of all fireworks within the City, including “safe and sane” fireworks, and authorizing the City Council to establish regulations, fines, and enforcement procedures to implement the fireworks ban?"
Section 3. The City Council requests that the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors consolidate the City of Compton’s ballot measure with the Statewide General Election to be held on November 3, 2026, and that the County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk administer the election on behalf of the City.
Section 4. The City Council requests that the County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk canvass the returns of the election and certify the results to the City Clerk.
Section 5. The City Clerk is hereby directed to:
1. Prepare and file all required notices, publications, and submissions;
2. Coordinate with the County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk;
3. Ensure placement of the full text of the proposed ordinance in the voter information guide; and
4. Take any other actions necessary to conduct the election in accordance with law.
Section 6. This Resolution shall take immediate effect upon its adoption.
ADOPTED this ___ day of __________, 2026.
________________________________
EMMA SHARIF
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
Resolution No. ___________
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 ________________, 2026.
That said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS-
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS-
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS-
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS-
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SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
:
City of Compton
Fireworks Prohibition Ordinance
ORDINANCE NO. ___
AN ORDINANCE OF THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF COMPTON PROHIBITING THE
SALE, POSSESSION, AND USE OF ALL FIREWORKS WITHIN THE CITY OF
COMPTON AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY COUNCIL TO ADOPT IMPLEMENTING
REGULATIONS, FINES, AND ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
SECTION 1. TITLE
This Ordinance shall be known as the City of Compton Fireworks Prohibition Ordinance.
SECTION 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE
The People of the City of Compton hereby find and declare that:
1. Fireworks, including those classified as “safe and sane,” pose significant risks to public health and safety, including fire hazards, personal injuries, and property damage.
2. Fireworks activity contributes to noise disturbances, environmental pollution, and impacts to children, seniors, individuals with medical sensitivities, veterans, pets, and wildlife.
3. Despite enforcement efforts, the use of illegal aerial fireworks has increased and continues to endanger residents and first responders.
4. The City Council, through Resolution No. 26,228, identified the need for additional regulatory tools to address fireworks-related hazards and expressed support for seeking voter approval of a comprehensive fireworks ban.
5. The City’s public safety, health, and welfare will be better protected by prohibiting all fireworks within the City of Compton.
The purpose of this Ordinance is to eliminate the sale, possession, and use of all fireworks within City limits and to authorize the City Council to adopt regulations necessary for implementation and enforcement.
SECTION 3. DEFINITIONS
For purposes of this Ordinance, the following definitions shall apply:
1.Fireworks means any device containing chemical elements and compounds capable of burning independently of the oxygen of the atmosphere and producing audible, visual, mechanical, or thermal effects for entertainment, regardless of classification under state law.
2.Safe and Sane Fireworks means those fireworks defined and approved by the California State Fire Marshal pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 12529.
3.Illegal Fireworks means all fireworks other than “safe and sane,” as defined by California Health and Safety Code Section 12512.
4.Use includes igniting, discharging, lighting, firing, or causing any fireworks to be used in any manner.
SECTION 4. PROHIBITION
A. The sale, possession, storage, offer for sale, distribution, use, or discharge of any fireworks, including “safe and sane” fireworks, is hereby prohibited within the City of Compton.
B. No person shall sell, purchase, possess, or use fireworks in any public or private location within the City.
C. This prohibition applies year-round and includes all holidays and events.
SECTION 5. EXCEPTIONS
This Ordinance shall not apply to:
1. Fireworks displays conducted by licensed pyrotechnic operators who obtain all necessary permits issued by the City of Compton and comply with all state and local requirements.
2. Fireworks used for film, television, or theatrical productions, provided that a permit is issued and appropriate safety measures are taken.
SECTION 6. ENFORCEMENT; PENALTIES
A. Violations of this Ordinance may be enforced through administrative citations, fines, cost recovery, or any other enforcement mechanism authorized by the Compton Municipal Code.
B. The City Council is authorized to adopt fines, penalties, and enforcement procedures by resolution or ordinance.
C. Each individual firework possessed, sold, or used in violation of this Ordinance may constitute a separate violation.
D. Fire Department personnel, Sheriff’s Department personnel, Code Enforcement officers, and other authorized City staff are empowered to enforce this Ordinance.
SECTION 7. AUTHORITY OF THE CITY COUNCIL
The City Council shall have the authority to adopt implementing regulations, including:
1. Fines and penalty amounts;
2. Administrative procedures for enforcement;
3. Permit requirements for exempted fireworks displays;
4. Additional health and safety provisions consistent with this Ordinance.
SECTION 8. STATE LAW; PREEMPTION
Nothing in this Ordinance is intended to conflict with state law. Where state law permits local regulation or prohibition of fireworks, this Ordinance shall serve as the governing authority within the City of Compton.
SECTION 9. SEVERABILITY
If any portion of this Ordinance is found invalid or unconstitutional, the remainder shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 10. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Ordinance shall take effect ten (10) days after the certification of the election results, provided that it is approved by a majority of the voters of the City of Compton at the November 2026 General Election.
SECTION 11. CODIFICATION
Upon adoption by the voters, this Ordinance shall be codified into the Compton Municipal Code in a manner consistent with its structure and numbering conventions.
PROPOSED BALLOT LANGUAGE
City of Compton – Measure ___
Fireworks Prohibition Ordinance
Shall the City of Compton adopt an ordinance prohibiting the sale, possession, and use of all fireworks, including “safe and sane” fireworks, within the City, and authorizing the City Council to establish regulations, fines, and enforcement procedures to implement the ban for public health and safety?
YES
NO
VOTER INFORMATION PAMPHLET –
INFORMATIONAL TEXT
City of Compton
Proposed Fireworks Prohibition Ordinance
Measure ___
Official Summary
This measure proposes to prohibit the sale, possession, and use of all fireworks within the City of Compton, including fireworks currently classified as “safe and sane.” If approved, the ordinance would give the City Council authority to adopt regulations, fines, and enforcement procedures to implement the fireworks ban. Limited exceptions would apply for permitted professional pyrotechnic displays or film/television productions that obtain required City permits.
If approved by a majority of voters, the ordinance would take effect ten (10) days after certification of the election results.
What Your Vote Means
A “YES” vote means:
You want the City of Compton to prohibit all fireworks, including “safe and sane” fireworks, and authorize the City Council to establish rules, fines, and enforcement procedures.
A “NO” vote means:
You want to continue allowing the sale and use of “safe and sane” fireworks under current law and keep existing regulations on illegal fireworks.
Fiscal Effects
This measure does not increase taxes.
Any costs associated with enforcing a fireworks ban, implementing regulations, or processing permits for exempted displays would be funded through the City’s budget and any fines or penalties established by the City Council. Actual fiscal effects would depend on future enforcement activity and administrative needs.
Background
Under current City law, the sale and use of state-approved “safe and sane” fireworks are permitted during designated periods. Illegal fireworks are prohibited. The City reports ongoing community concerns including fire hazards, personal injuries, noise impacts, air quality issues, and widespread use of illegal aerial fireworks. The City Council adopted Resolution No. 26,228 expressing intent to pursue additional tools to enhance public safety, which included consideration of this ballot measure.
Additional Information
The full text of the proposed ordinance is printed elsewhere in this pamphlet. Copies are also available at the Office of the City Clerk, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, or online at:
[Insert City Clerk website link]
CITY CLERK SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION
Fireworks Prohibition Ordinance (Proposed Measure for November 2026 Ballot) Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Compton has ordered that a proposed ordinance be submitted to the voters at the November 2026 General Election.
The ordinance would prohibit the sale, possession, and use of all fireworks within the City of Compton, including “safe and sane” fireworks. The measure authorizes the City Council to adopt regulations, fines, and enforcement procedures necessary to implement and enforce the fireworks ban. If approved by a majority of voters, the ordinance would take effect ten (10) days after certification of the election results.
A copy of the full text of the ordinance is available at the Office of the City Clerk, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, and on the City’s website at [insert URL]. Copies may be provided at no cost upon request.
JULY 07, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: TAQUAN JONES, HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF A RETIRED ANNUITANT AS
ACTING AND/OR INTERIM CITY MANAGER, APPROVING RESTATED
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT, AND MAKING FINDINGS PURSUANT
TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 21221 AND 7522.56
SUMMARY
This resolution approves the appointment of Jerome Groomes as Acting and/or Interim City Manager for the City of Compton as a retired annuitant for a limited duration, pursuant to Government Code sections 21221 and 7522.56, and authorizes the Mayor to execute the corresponding Employment Agreement.
BACKGROUND
Government Code section 21221(g) authorizes the City to employ a CalPERS retired annuitant to fill a position on a limited duration basis where the position requires specialized skills and is available due to a leave of absence granted to a person on payroll status not to exceed one year. Government Code section 21221(h) authorizes the appointment of a retired annuitant to serve on an interim basis during recruitment for a permanent appointment to a vacant position.
On April 28, 2026, during a duly noticed meeting, the City Council appointed Jerome G.
Groomes to serve as the Acting City Manager effective April 28, 2026, while the incumbent City Manager was on paid administrative leave. Following the appointment that was made on April 28, 2026, the City Manager position became vacant. The City has been actively conducting a recruitment for a permanent appointment to the position of City Manager.
Jerome Groomes is a retired annuitant who possesses extensive experience in City management and the specialized skills required to serve as Acting and/or Interim City Manager. The term of the Restated Employment Agreement would terminate on April 28, 2027, or upon the appointment of a permanent replacement for the position of City Manager. Mr. Groomes will not receive any benefits, incentives, compensation in lieu of benefits, or other forms of compensation beyond the approved hourly rate.
STATEMENT OF ISSUE
The position of Acting and/or Interim City Manager requires specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities in municipal management and City operations. Jerome Groomes has been identified as a qualified retired annuitant with the requisites to lead the City’s City Manager department on a time-limited basis. This appointment is necessary to ensure continuity of City operations during the leave of absence of the permanent City Manager.
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FISCAL IMPACT
The hourly rate of compensation for Jerome Groomes as Acting City Manager was $125.00 per hour, which represents the E step of the monthly salary for the City Manager position effective as of July 1, 2023 ($21,666.67 / 173.333 = $125.00). This rate does not exceed the maximum monthly base salary paid to comparable employees.
Compensation will be charged to the City Manager department budget.
The step classification structure changes for City Manager on July 1, 2026, based upon City Council approval for an annual amount specified in the July 7, 2026 City Manager classification and compensation schedule. The City Council will determine on July 7, 2026 what compensation Mr. Groomes will be entitled to receive at that time, which will be made public and reported out.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve and adopt the attached Resolution approving the appointment of Jerome Groomes as Acting and/or Interim City Manager, approve the restated employment agreement, and authorize the Mayor to execute the Employment Agreement attached thereto as Exhibit “A.”
TAQUAN JONES
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:
JEROME GROOMES
ACTING CITY MANAGER
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON APPROVING
THE APPOINTMENT OF A RETIRED ANNUITANT AS ACTING AND/OR INTERIM
CITY MANAGER, APPROVING RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT, AND MAKING FINDINGS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 21221 AND 7522.56
WHEREAS, section 706 of the Compton City Charter provides that the City Council shall appoint the City Manager of the City of Compton; and WHEREAS, on April 28, 2026, during a duly noticed meeting, the City Council appointed Jerome G. Groomes to serve as the Acting City Manager effective April 28, 2026, while the incumbent City Manager was on paid administrative leave; and WHEREAS, California Government Code Sections 7522.56 and 21221(g) permit retired annuitants under the California Public Employees Retirement System (“CalPERS”), to be employed without reinstatement from retirement upon appointment by a public agency for a definite period of time while a position is available because of a leave of absence granted to an employee not to exceed one year; and
WHEREAS, following Groomes’ appointment as Acting City Manager, the position of City Manager became vacant; and
WHEREAS, the City has been actively conducting a recruitment for a permanent appointment to the position of City Manager; and WHEREAS, Government Code Sections 7522.56 and 21221(h) permit CalPERS retired annuitants to be employed without reinstatement from retirement upon appointment by a governing body to fill a vacant position on an interim basis during the recruitment to permanently fill the vacant position; and WHEREAS, Jerome Groomes is a retired annuitant and possesses extensive experience in a City management capacity and the specialized skill set to perform the required duties of Acting City Manager and Interim City Manager as further detailed in the Restated Employment Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to continue Groomes’ appointment to serve on an interim basis as the City’s City Manager during recruitment for a permanent appointment to the position under Government Code section 21221(h) and to formalize his appointment pursuant to that provision of the Government Code; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Groomes has not and will not receive any other benefit, incentive, compensation in lieu of benefit or other form of compensation in addition to this hourly pay rate; and
WHEREAS, the City of Compton’s City Council desires to approve a Restated Employment Agreement establishing the terms and conditions governing Mr.
Groomes’ service as Acting and/or Interim City Manager.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
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SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2. The City Council appointed Jerome G. Groomes as Acting City Manager effective April 28, 2026, to serve during the leave of absence of the former incumbent City Manager. The position of City Manager was “available because of a leave of absence granted to a person on payroll status for a period not to exceed one year” and requires specialized skills, under Government Code section 21221(g).
SECTION 3. Because the position of City Manager subsequently became vacant following Mr. Groomes appointment as Acting City Manager, the City Council desires to continue Mr. Groomes’ appointment to serve on an interim basis as the City’s Interim City Manager during recruitment for a permanent appointment to the vacant position under Government Code section 21221(h) and to formalize his appointment pursuant to Government Code section 21221(h).
SECTION 4. The City Council finds that:
A. The position of City Manager requires specialized skills, and Mr. Groomes possesses specialized executive and municipal management experience necessary to ensure the uninterrupted administration of the City’s operations; B. His appointment is necessary to provide continuity of municipal operations pending recruitment and appointment of a permanent City Manager; C. The appointment complies with Government Code sections 21221, 7522.56, and all other applicable provisions governing retired annuitants.
SECTION 5. The City Council approves the appointment of Mr. Groomes as Acting and/or Interim City Manager and the Restated Employment Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and authorizes the Mayor to execute said agreement.
SECTION 6. That copies of this Resolution shall be filed in the offices of the City Manager, City Clerk, City Controller, City Attorney, and Human Resources Department.
SECTION 7. That the Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Resolution.
ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2026.
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EMMA SHARIF
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
ATTEST:
SATRA D. ZURITA
CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
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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 of the City of Compton, signed by the Mayor, and attested by the City Clerk at a regular meeting thereof held on the 7th day of July, 2026.
That said resolution 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
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RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
CITY OF COMPTON
AND
JEROME G. GROOMES
[Position: Acting and/or Interim City Manager]
This Restated Employment Agreement Between City of Compton and Jerome G. Groomes (“Agreement”) is made by and between the City Council of the City of Compton (hereinafter “Council”) on behalf of the City of Compton (hereinafter “City”), and Jerome G. Groomes (hereinafter “Groomes” and/or “Employee”). The City Council, City and Groomes are sometimes individually referred to as a “Party” and collectively as “Parties.”
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the Compton City Charter provides that the City Council shall appoint the City Manager of the City of Compton, who shall be selected based upon executive and administrative qualifications and compensated at a salary commensurate with his/her responsibilities as chief administrative officer of the City by the City Council; and WHEREAS, the City Manager position is vital to the daily functioning of the City’s government, requiring specialized skills and experience and pursuant to Section 706 of the Compton City Charter, is responsible to the City Council for the proper administration of all affairs of the City of Compton excepting such matters for which elective officers are made responsible by the Charter; and
WHEREAS, on April 28, 2026, during a duly noticed meeting, the City Council appointed Jerome G. Groomes to serve as the Acting City Manager effective April 28, 2026, while the incumbent City Manager was on paid administrative leave; and WHEREAS, California Government Code, Sections 7522.56 and 21221(g) permit retired annuitants under the California Public Employees Retirement System (“CalPERS”), to be employed without reinstatement from retirement upon appointment by a public agency for a definite period of time while a position is available because of a leave of absence granted to an employee not to exceed one year; and
WHEREAS, following Groomes’ appointment as Acting City Manager, the position of City Manager became vacant; and
WHEREAS, the City has been actively conducting a recruitment for a permanent appointment to the position of City Manager; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Sections 7522.56 and 21221(h) permit CalPERS retired annuitants to be employed without reinstatement from retirement upon appointment by a governing body to fill a vacant position on an interim basis during the recruitment to permanently fill the vacant position; and
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WHEREAS, as a CalPERS retired annuitant, Groomes possesses over (40) years of experience in city government, including twenty (20) years as city manager, has the specialized skill set and experience to perform the required duties of the Compton Acting and/or Interim City Manager, and acknowledges that such employment is at-will; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to continue Groomes’ appointment to serve on an interim basis as the City’s City Manager during recruitment for a permanent appointment to the position under Government Code section 21221(h) and to formalize his appointment pursuant to that provision of the Government Code; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires establish the terms and conditions governing Groomes’ interim services to the City through this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, Groomes and the City, for the consideration, terms and conditions herein described, mutually agree as follows:
Section 1. Employment and Term of Service
1.1 Employment. It is understood and agreed between the Parties that the Council hereby agrees to employ Groomes in the position of Acting and/or Interim City Manager of the City of Compton for a definite period of time while the City recruits a permanent City Manager, and Groomes hereby accepts such employment.
1.2 Term of Service.
a.Employee commenced service as Acting City Manager effective April 28, 2026, during the period in which the City Manager position was occupied by an employee on an approved leave of absence. The permanent position of City Manager subsequently became vacant, and the City Council desires to formalize Employee’s appointment as Interim City Manager pursuant to Government Code section 21221(h) while the City conducts recruitment for a permanent City Manager.
b.The term of this Agreement shall automatically terminate upon the first of the following to occur unless terminated earlier in accordance with Section 3: i) April 28, 2027 , or ii) the City’s appointment of a permanent replacement for the position of City Manager (“Term”). In no event shall Employee work more than 960 hours per fiscal year during the Term. c.Groomes agrees that he shall not accept any other employment during the Term of this Agreement without the express written prior consent of the City Council. In consideration of the agreed term and the other provisions of this Agreement, the Parties mutually agree to waive Compton Municipal Code Section 2-2.9 (Limitation on Removal) in all circumstances where it may otherwise apply, if any.
1.3 City Manager’s Commitments.
a. Duties and Authority.
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(1)Groomes shall be the chief executive officer of the City and be responsible to the City Council for the proper administration of all affairs of the City, excepting such matters for which elective officers are made responsible by the Compton City Charter. (2)Groomes shall perform all of the duties of the City Manager as set forth in the Compton City Charter, the Compton Municipal Code and City policies and procedures approved by the City Council, as may be provided from time to time. Groomes shall also perform other legally permissible and proper duties and functions as the City Council may assign from time to time.
(3)The City Council may also designate the Groomes as the chief executive officer of other City-related legal entities. Such other legal entities could include, but not be limited to financing authorities and joint powers authorities. b. Hours of Work.
(1)Groomes is expected to engage in those hours of work that are necessary to fulfill the obligations of the position. Groomes does not have set hours of work is expected to be available at all times, and shall be available for attendance at City Council and other meetings as necessary. Groomes shall be permitted such reasonable “time off” as is customary for exempt employees of the City so long as the time off does not interfere with normal business.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, under no circumstances shall Groomes work more than Nine Hundred Sixty (960) hours during any City fiscal year.
(2)Groomes agrees that his position is that of an exempt employee for purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”).
c. Ownership of Materials. Groomes understands and agrees that all data, studies, reports and other documents prepared by or on his behalf while performing his duties during the term of this Agreement shall be furnished to and become the property of the City, without restriction or limitation on their use. All ideas, memoranda, specifications, plans, procedures, drawings, descriptions, computer program data, input record data, written information, and other materials either created by or on his behalf or provided to him in connection with the performance of this Agreement shall be held confidential by Groomes to the extent permitted by applicable law, and except as may be required by any governmental agency or court of competent jurisdiction. Such materials shall not, without the prior consent of a majority of the City Council, be used by Groomes for any purposes other than the performance of his duties. Provided, further that no such materials may be disclosed to any person or entity not connected with the performance of services under this Agreement, except as required by law, any governmental agency, subpoena or an order issued by a court of competent jurisdiction.
1.4 City Council Commitments.
a.The City Council sets policy for the governance and administration of the City and it implements its policies through the position of City Manager.
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b.The City Council commits to spending time, the frequency of which shall be determined by the City Council in its discretion, to work with Groomes and staff on setting goals and priorities for the City government.
c.In accordance with applicable provisions of the Compton City Charter, the Compton Municipal Code and City policies and procedures, except for the purpose of inquiry, the City Council and its members shall deal with all subordinate City employees, officers, contractors and consultants solely through Groomes or Employee’s designee, and neither the City Council nor any member thereof shall give orders to any subordinate of Employee, either publicly or privately.
Section 2. Compensation and Reimbursement
The City agrees to provide the following compensation and reimbursements to the Acting City Manager during the term of this Agreement:
2.1 Compensation.
a. For the services rendered by Groomes pursuant to this Agreement, effective as of April 28, 2026, Groomes shall receive compensation in the amount of $125.00 per hour, for actual hours worked, which amount is in conformance with the requirements of California Government Code, Sections 7522.56(d) and 21221.
b.Effective July 1, 2026, based upon the updated pay schedule approved by the City Council for the position of City Manager. Groomes shall receive compensation in the amount of $__________ per hour, the equivalent of ______________ per year, as approved by the City Council, subject to the compensation limits applicable to retired annuitants under applicable law.
c.Employee shall receive no benefits, incentives, compensation, in lieu of benefits, or other compensation except as otherwise permitted by law.
2.2 Reimbursable Expenses. Groomes shall not be entitled to reimbursement for any costs or expenses incurred in the performance of Groomes’ duties under this Agreement, unless said costs and expenses have received prior approval of the City Council and are supported by written documentation in accordance with established policies and customary practices of the City.
2.3 Reimbursement for Legal Actions. Groomes shall be fully compensated and reimbursed pursuant to Section 2.1, above, for time spent and costs incurred while representing the City in any legal action during or after the term of this Agreement.
2.4 Provision of Benefits Prohibited. Groomes is a retiree of CalPERS and shall not be enrolled in CalPERS or have any CalPERS retirement contributions reduced from his salary or made on his behalf by the City. Groomes hereby waives all benefits provided to City employees, including retirement contributions, health and medical insurance, dental insurance, visual insurance, life and disability insurance, sick leave, vacation and all similar benefits. Groomes recognizes that California Government Code, Section 21221 provides that a retired person shall Restated Employment Agreement - Jerome G. Groomes
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not receive any benefits, incentives, compensation in lieu of benefits or any other forms of compensation in addition to the hourly rate.
Section 3. Termination or Separation
3.1 Termination. The Council may terminate Groomes’ services with or without cause, and without right of advance notice, hearing or appeal, by motion of the Council adopted by at least three affirmative votes pursuant to section 703 of the Compton City Charter, at any time during the term of this Employment Agreement. Groomes understands and agrees that his employment by the City is of a definite period of time for the performance of specialized services in accordance with California Government Code, Section 21221and shall terminate as provided in Section 1.2. Groomes expressly agrees that he shall not be entitled to any severance pay as a result of the termination of this Agreement for any reason whatsoever.
3.2 Voluntary Separation. Groomes may terminate this Agreement at any time with or without cause, provided however, that he shall reasonably provide the City Council with at least two (2) weeks advance written notice prior to the effective date of the termination, if practicable, unless a shorter period is acceptable to the City Council.
3.3 Transfer of Responsibilities. After Notice of Voluntary Separation or Termination, Groomes shall cooperate with the City, as requested by the City, to effect a transition of City Manager responsibilities and duties and ensure that the City is aware of all matters being handled by Groomes.
Section 4. Retired Annuitant and AB 1344 Provisions
4.1 Assembly Bill 1344 Provisions.
a.The Parties agree to fully comply with the California Government Code sections that are part of AB 1344 (Government Code -Section 53243), made effective January 1, 2012, and to fully comply with other applicable law as it exists as of the date of execution of this Agreement and as it may be amended from time to time thereafter. b.AB 1344 generally provides limits on local agency employee reimbursement requirements. These provisions are included in the following California Government Code sections, which are hereby incorporated into the terms of this Agreement:
(1)Section 53243. Reimbursement of paid leave salary required upon conviction of crime involving office or position.
(2)Section 53243.1. Reimbursement of legal criminal defense upon conviction of crime office or position.
(3)Section 53243.2. Reimbursement of cash settlement upon conviction of crime involving office or position.
(4)Section 53243.3. Reimbursement of non-contractual payments upon conviction of involving office or position.
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(5)Section 53243.4. Abuse of office or position defined.
Groomes has reviewed, is familiar with, and agrees to comply fully with each of these provisions if any of these provisions are applicable to Groomes, including that Groomes agrees that any cash settlement related to the termination that Groomes may receive from the City shall be fully reimbursed to the City if Groomes is convicted of a crime involving an abuse of his office or position.
c.AB 1344 also includes California Government Code Section 3511.2.
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Agreement, it shall be prohibited for the City or through the Agreement or any amendment thereto to provide an automatic renewal hereof that provides for an automatic compensation increase in excess of a cost-of-living adjustment or a maximum cash settlement in excess of certain limits established by Section 3511.2. Government Code, Section 3511.2 is hereby incorporated into the terms of this Agreement.
4.2 No Unemployment Benefits Received by Groomes. Groomes expressly certified and warrants to the City that he has not received any unemployment insurance payments for retired annuitant work for any public employer within the twelve (12) months prior to his appointment date.
4.3 Compliance with 960 Hours Per Fiscal Year Limit. Retired annuitants appointed to an interim position without reinstatement are limited to a combined total of Nine Hundred Sixty (960) hours for all employers each fiscal year, including concurrent appointments pursuant to California Government Code, Sections 21221, 21224 and 21229. Groomes expressly certified and warrants to the City that his anticipated work schedule will not cause him to exceed the 960 hours per fiscal year limit pursuant to California Government Code, Section 21221, including work for this or any other CalPERS employer during the current fiscal year.
Section 5. General Provisions
5.1 Amendments. This Agreement shall be interpreted and administered consistent with Government Code sections 21221, 7522.56, and all other applicable provisions governing retired annuitants. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to authorize employment beyond that permitted by applicable law.
5.2 Conflict of Interest.
a.Groomes shall not engage in any business or transaction or shall have a financial or other personal interest or association, direct or indirect, which is in conflict with the proper discharge of official duties or would tend to impair independence of judgment or action in the performance of official duties. Personal as distinguished from financial interest includes an interest arising from blood or marriage relationships or close business, personal or political associations.
b.Groomes shall also comply with the conflict of interest provisions of the California Government Code and any Conflict of Interest Code applicable to the Acting City Manager’s City employment.
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c.Groomes is responsible for submitting to the City Clerk the appropriate Conflict of Interest Statements at the time of appointment and at the time of separation from the position.
5.3 Indemnification.
a.In accordance with and to the extent provided by California’s Tort Claims Act (Government Code Section 825 et seq.) and Government Code Sections 995-996.5, the City shall defend and indemnify Groomes against an or all losses sustained by Groomes in direct consequences of the discharge of the Acting City Manager’s and/or Interim City Manager’s duties on the City’s behalf for the period of the Acting City Manager’s and/or Interim City Manager’s employment. This section shall not apply and the City shall not be obligated to indemnify or represent Groomes in any legal matters if the City Council determines that the defense of the action or proceeding by the City would create a conflict of interest between the City and Groomes; or for acts or failure to act because of fraud, corruption or actual malice without entering into a reimbursement agreement with the City approved by the City Council in a form approved by the City Attorney. If the City Council or court of competent jurisdiction determines that Groomes committed actual fraud, corruption or actual malice, then the City shall not provide for the defense of such legal action and Groomes shall reimburse the City all costs plus interest of the City in providing such defense. This section shall also apply to any intentional tort or crime committed by Groomes, to any action outside the course and scope of the services provided by Groomes under this Agreement, or any other intentional or malicious conduct or gross negligence of Groomes.
5.4 Effect of Waiver. The failure of either party to insist on strict compliance with any of the terms, covenants or conditions of this Agreement by the other party shall not be deemed a waiver of that term, covenant or condition, nor shall any waiver or relinquishment of any right or power at any one time or times be deemed a waiver or relinquishment of that right or power for all or any other times.
5.5 Entire Agreement. The terms and conditions of this Agreement represent the entire understanding between the City and Groomes regarding Groomes’ employment. No verbal agreement or implied covenant shall be held to vary the provisions of this Agreement.
5.6 Independence of Parties. Each party hereto has had the opportunity to receive independent legal advice with respect to the contents and advisability of making this Agreement and executes this Agreement after having the opportunity to consult with legal counsel.
No provision of this Agreement shall be interpreted for or against any party because that party or his/its legal representative drafted the provisions. This Agreement shall be deemed to have been drafted by all parties hereto. Each party hereto expressly covenants that the terms of this Agreement are fair and have been freely negotiated by and between each of the parties.
5.7 Arbitration of Salary Dispute. Should a dispute arise between the parties hereto specifically concerning the amount of salary or period for which salary is to be paid, the parties agree that the dispute shall be submitted to binding arbitration. Such arbitration shall be conducted by a mutually agreed arbitrator. Each party hereto shall bear one-half of the costs of the arbitration, except each party shall bear their own costs for legal representation and witness fees. The parties Restated Employment Agreement - Jerome G. Groomes
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agree that any disputes resolved by arbitration shall be final and binding. Any other disputes arising out of Groomes’ employment as Acting and/or Interim City Manager, not specifically referenced herein, shall not be subject to the provisions of this section.
5.8 Severability. If any provision, or any portion thereof, contained in this Agreement is held to be unconstitutional, invalid, or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement, or portion thereof, shall be deemed severable, shall not be affected, and shall remain in full force and effect.
5.9 Jurisdiction and Venue. This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, and the Parties agree that venue shall be in Los Angeles County, California.
5.10 Effect of Agreement on Groomes’ CalPERS Retirement Benefits. The City makes no representation on the impact, if any; this Agreement shall or may have upon Groomes’ CalPERS retirement benefits, status, duties and/or obligations. Groomes acknowledges that in entering into this Agreement he has not relied upon any representations in assessing the CalPERS- related impact of his employment. Groomes releases the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers from any and all CalPERS-related claims or liabilities that may arise in connection with his employment pursuant to this Agreement.
5.11 Notice. Any notice, amendments or additions to this Agreement, including change of address during the term of this Agreement, which the Employee or the City shall be required, or may desire, to make shall be in writing and shall be sent by prepaid first class mail or hand- delivered to the respective Parties as follows:
If to the City: City Clerk
City of Compton
205 South Willowbrook Avenue
Compton, California 90220
With copy to: City Attorney
City of Compton
205 South Willowbrook Avenue
Compton, California 90220
If to the Acting City Manager: City Manager
City of Compton
205 South Willowbrook Avenue
Compton, California 90220
[or other address provided in writing to
the City Clerk and City Attorney]
Section 6.
6.1 Effective Upon Council Approval. This Employment Agreement shall be effective on approval of the City Council and signed by a majority of the City Counci1members, Groomes, the City Clerk and the City Attorney.
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6.2This Employment Agreement shall supersede and replace any and all other agreements, either oral or in writing, between the parties with respect to Employee’s employment by the City.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Employment Agreement.
Jerome G. Groomes
Dated:
City of Compton
A Municipal Corporation
Dated:
Emma Sharif, Mayor
Dated:
Deidre Duhart, Council Member
First Council District
Dated:
Andre Spicer, Council Member
Second Council District
Dated:
Jonathan Bowers, Council Member
Third Council District
Dated:
Lillie Darden, Council Member
Fourth Council District
Approved as to form:
By
Legal Division
Dated:
ATTEST:
Dated: By
City Clerk
JULY 7, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON RESCINDING RESOLUTION NOS. 26,214 AND 25,817 AND RATIFYING
THE EXISTING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MIG,
INC. TO INCLUDE THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (HCD) MANDATED REZONING/ZONING
CODE REVISIONS FOR AN ADDITIONAL COST OF $137,170.00 AND ESTABLISHING A PURCHASE ORDER FOR MIG, INC. FOR THE
ESTIMATED REMAINING CONTRACT BALANCE OF $76,520.05 TO
COMPLETE THE COMPREHENSIVE CITYWIDE GENERAL PLAN 2045
UPDATE, ASSOCIATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND
HCD MANDATED REZONING/ZONING CODE REVISIONS AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET TO
REALLOCATE REMAINING PURCHASE ORDER BALANCES TO THE
NEW MIG, INC. PURCHASE ORDER.
SUMMARY
Adoption of the attached Resolution will rescind Resolution Nos. 25,817 and 26,214 and replace them with a single consolidated resolution that ratifies the existing Professional Services Agreement with MIG, Inc., including an amendment in the amount of $137,170.00 for the HCD-mandated Rezoning/Zoning Code revisions, authorizes a purchase order in the amount of $76,520.05 for the remaining contract balance, and authorizes the use of budgeted funds to complete the project.
BACKGROUND
Government Code Section 65300 requires cities to maintain a General Plan that serves as the City's long-range policy framework for growth, development, housing, infrastructure, public services, and environmental stewardship. The City’s existing General Plan document was adopted in 1991 and no longer reflects current planning practices, development trends, housing requirements, or State laws. As a result, the Community Development Department released a Request for Proposals in February 2021 seeking qualified firms to prepare a comprehensive General Plan 2045 Update and associated Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Following a competitive selection process, MIG, Inc. was selected as the most qualified firm, and on April 19, 2022, the City Council authorized the City Manager to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with MIG, Inc. for the preparation of the General Plan 2045 Update and EIR.
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During preparation of the General Plan Update, the Housing Element was submitted to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review.
HCD subsequently required the City to complete the rezoning of impacted properties and revise portions of the City's Zoning Code to ensure consistency among the Housing Element, the General Plan, and zoning regulations. Because MIG, Inc. has served as the lead consultant throughout the planning process and possesses extensive familiarity with the City's land use framework, community outreach efforts, and environmental analysis, staff determined it was in the City's best interest to amend the existing agreement and retain MIG, Inc. to complete the HCD-mandated Rezoning and Zoning Code revisions for an additional cost of $137,170.00.
Resolution Nos. 25,817 and 26,214 were subsequently adopted by the City Council to authorize contract amendments, funding allocations, and purchase orders associated with the General Plan 2045 Update, Environmental Impact Report, and HCD-mandated Rezoning/Zoning Code revisions. To provide additional clarity regarding the purpose and funding of the previously approved actions, staff recommends adopting a single consolidated resolution that ratifies the amended agreement, authorizes the remaining purchase order needed to complete the project, and reallocates the remaining project funds to a new purchase order for project completion.
STATEMENT OF ISSUE
Staff is seeking City Council approval of the attached Resolution to ratify the amended Professional Services Agreement with MIG, Inc., rescind and consolidate previous Council actions related to the project, authorize a purchase order in the amount of $76,520.05 for the remaining contract balance, and reallocate the remaining project funds necessary to complete the General Plan 2045 Update, Environmental Impact Report (EIR), and HCD-mandated Rezoning/Zoning Code revisions.
FISCAL IMPACT
The total cost for the professional services agreement with MIG, Inc is $76,520.05. Funds have been allocated in the General Fund Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget in Account No. 1001-780-000-4266. There is no additional impact to the General Fund. Funds for the remaining years of the agreement will be allocated in future City budgets Account No. Description Amount
1001-780-000-4266 Contract Services $76,520.05
Authorize issuance of a purchase order to MIG, Inc. in the amount of $76,520.05 from Account No. 1001-780-000-4266 (Contract Services). The funds shall remain available until all contracted services have been rendered and the agreement has been fully completed.
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution.
CECIL FLOURNOY, DIRECTOR
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:
JERRY GROOMES
ACTING CITY MANAGER
RESOLUTION NO. __________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON RESCINDING RESOLUTION NOS. 25,817 AND 26,214; RATIFYING THE EXISTING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MIG, INC. TO INCLUDE THE
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (HCD)
MANDATED REZONING/ZONING CODE REVISIONS FOR AN ADDITIONAL COST OF $137,170.00; AUTHORIZING A PURCHASE ORDER FOR THE ESTIMATED REMAINING CONTRACT BALANCE OF $76,520.05 TO COMPLETE THE COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL PLAN 2045 UPDATE, ASSOCIATED
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIR), AND HCD MANDATED
REZONING/ZONING CODE REVISIONS; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO AMEND THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET TO REALLOCATE REMAINING PROJECT FUNDS TO THE NEW MIG, INC. PURCHASE ORDER
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 65300 requires cities to adopt and maintain a General Plan that serves as the City's comprehensive long-range policy framework for growth, development, and land use; and
WHEREAS, the State Office of Planning and Research (OPR) recommends that local agencies comprehensively update their General Plans every ten (10) to fifteen (15) years to address changing community needs, economic conditions, and State laws; and
WHEREAS, the City's existing General Plan was adopted in 1991 and no longer provides up-to-date policy guidance necessary to address current planning, housing, environmental, and economic development issues; and
WHEREAS, on February 18, 2021, the Community Development Department released a Request for Proposals seeking qualified planning firms to prepare a comprehensive General Plan 2045 Update and associated Environmental Impact Report (EIR); and
WHEREAS, MIG, Inc. was determined to possess the qualifications, experience, and expertise necessary to successfully complete the General Plan 2045 Update and associated Environmental Impact Report (EIR) at a fair and reasonable cost of $979,683.00; and
WHEREAS, on April 19, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 25,649 authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with MIG, Inc. for preparation of the General Plan 2045 Update and associated Environmental Impact Report (EIR); and
WHEREAS, during review of the Housing Element, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) required the City to complete rezoning of affected properties and revise portions of the City's Zoning Code to ensure consistency with the proposed General Plan and Housing Element prior to Housing Element certification; and
WHEREAS, because MIG, Inc. has served as the lead consultant throughout preparation of the General Plan Update and possesses extensive familiarity with the City's planning framework, community outreach efforts, and environmental analysis, it was determined to be in the City's best interest to amend the existing agreement and retain MIG, Inc. to complete the HCD-mandated Rezoning and Zoning Code revisions; and
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WHEREAS, MIG, Inc. agreed to amend its existing Professional Services Agreement to include the HCD-mandated Rezoning and Zoning Code revisions for an additional cost of $137,170.00; and
WHEREAS, Resolution Nos. 25,817 and 26,214 were previously adopted by the City Council to authorize contract amendments, funding allocations, and purchase orders associated with the General Plan 2045 Update, Environmental Impact Report (EIR), and HCD-mandated Rezoning/Zoning Code revisions; and WHEREAS, to provide additional clarity regarding the purpose and funding of the previously approved actions, the City Council desires to rescind the prior resolutions and adopt a single consolidated resolution that identifies the contract amendment, funding reallocations, and the remaining purchase order authority necessary to complete the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Resolution Nos. 25,817 and 26,214 are hereby rescinded and superseded by this Resolution.
Section 2. The existing Professional Services Agreement with MIG, Inc. for preparation of the Comprehensive General Plan 2045 Update and associated Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is hereby ratified and amended to include the HCD- mandated Rezoning and Zoning Code revisions for an additional amount of $137,170.00.
Section 3. A purchase order is authorized to be issued to MIG, Inc. in the amount of $76,520.05 to cover the estimated remaining contract balance necessary to complete the Comprehensive General Plan 2045 Update, associated Environmental Impact Report (EIR), and HCD-mandated Rezoning and Zoning Code revisions. The funds shall remain available and be expended until all contracted services have been rendered and the agreement has been fully completed.
Section 4. The City Manager is authorized to utilize funds allocated in the Community Development Department Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027 budget in Account No. 1001-780-000-4266 (Contract Services) in the amount of $76,520.05 to complete the Comprehensive General Plan 2045 Update, associated Environmental Impact Report (EIR), and HCD-mandated Rezoning and Zoning Code revisions.
Section 5. A copy of this Resolution shall be filed in the offices of the City Manager, City Controller, City Clerk, Law Division, and Community Development Department.
Section 6. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Resolution.
ADOPTED this 7th day of July, 2026.
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EMMA SHARIF
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
ATTEST:
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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 of the City of Compton, signed by the Mayor, and attested by the City Clerk at a regular meeting thereof held on the 7th day of July, 2026.
That said resolution 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