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Tuesday, May 26, 2026

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What Happened

The Compton City Council formally censured Councilman Andre Spicer for misusing the city Cal Card (purchasing card), voting 4-0 to revoke his card privileges, remove him from all committees, boards, and commissions, strip his Mayor Pro Tempore title, and refer the independent investigator's findings to the LA County Sheriff and District Attorney. The council also held a budget workshop for FY 2026-2027, presenting a proposed $83.7 million general fund with $56.5 million dedicated to public safety, including a sheriff's contract increasing to $30.5 million. Other approvals included a three-year, $525,500-per-year street name sign installation program, $150,000 for traffic calming devices including neighborhood roundabouts, and a salary schedule for unclassified employees through 2029. Residents voiced strong concerns about World Oil Recycling Center's recent fire and air violations, brown water quality, sheriff's department costs and responsiveness, and the need for better emergency communication systems.

Meeting Sections

Call to Order and Roll Call

0:04:07

The budget meeting was called to order at 4:35 PM with roll call confirming a quorum of four council members present. One council member was absent.

Budget Workshop: Revenue Overview and Department Budgets

0:10:27

Staff presented the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, projecting general fund revenues of $83.7 million. Key highlights include $56.5…

Budget Workshop: Street Selection and Pavement Management

0:27:20

Budget Workshop: LVT Cameras and Flock Surveillance System

1:03:00

Budget Workshop: License Plate Reader RFI Update

1:06:20

Budget Workshop: Community Input and Direction

1:18:30

Staff summarized feedback from community budget workshops, including requests for improved sheriff services and community engagement, entertainment…

Regular Meeting Roll Call and Public Comments

Agenda Items

Item 1Action

Contract Authorization for Dirt Removal and Dumping Services

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Questions Asked · 40

infrastructure

What road repair progress and future plans does Public Works have?

21:08

Public Works completed 36 streets in Phase 9 and is planning approximately 40 streets in Phase 10 for 2026-2027; District 1 has over 2.5 miles of street improvements proposed.

What are the Public Works Engineering department's staffing and budget changes for 2026-2027?

21:08

Staffing increases from 8 to 10 positions with an operating budget of approximately $1M; focus is on strategic infrastructure investment, faster project delivery, and high-priority streets and stormwater needs.

Did developers obtain proper piping contractors for new developments on Compton and Dwight to prevent water system conflicts with older residential pipes?

80:04

When will the city install the allocated street signs that residents have been requesting?

80:04

The city proposed to contract for $500,000 in the first year of a three-year street sign program on tonight's agenda.

Will the city budget allocate funds for protective balusters along Wilmington Avenue from Greenleaf to Raymond Street?

Compton City Council, May 26, 2026: Formally censured Councilman Andre Spicer for misusing the city Cal Card (purchasing — We, the Compton