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Authorization to Apply for State Water Board Financing for PFAS Water Treatment Plant

PFAS are toxic 'forever chemicals' that can contaminate drinking water — this application seeks state funding to build a treatment plant that would make the water coming out of your tap safer.

Jul 28, 2026

Authorization to Apply for State Water Board Financing for PFAS Water Treatment Plant

PFAS chemicals — sometimes called 'forever chemicals' — have been found in some water supplies, and this financing application would fund a treatment plant to remove them from your drinking water in Compton.

Jul 28, 2026

Hazards and Hazardous Materials Impact Analysis

Mitigation measures will address historical soil and groundwater contamination from past gas stations and drycleaners, actually improving site safety compared to the current vacant, contaminated condition.

Sep 6, 2022

Hazardous Materials Mitigation Measures

Sep 6, 2022

Jul 28, 2026

city council

The Compton City Council held a public workshop on air quality concerns from the World Oil Recycling facility, where [AQMD](https://www.aqmd.gov) confirmed 8 violations and over 130 odor complaints in 2026 alone, with residents and children reporting nosebleeds, headaches, and nausea. World Oil did not attend in person, drawing sharp criticism from residents and commissioners. The council also received a presentation on a 90-day drone first responder pilot program launching August 19 at Compton Station, approved a $30,810 pipeline franchise fee review, authorized a state financing application for a [PFAS](https://www.epa.gov/pfas) water treatment plant, and approved purchasing a $127,000 remote-controlled mulching machine for city maintenance. A contentious discussion over Richland Farms permit parking enforcement ended without formal action, with the city manager directed to present a consultant selection for a citywide parking study in September.