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Professional Services Agreement with MRS Environmental for Pipeline Franchise Program Review ($30,810)
Pipelines running under Compton's streets carry oil and gas — this review ensures the city's franchise agreements with pipeline operators are up to date and that companies using your streets are meeting their legal obligations.
Jul 28, 2026
Professional Services Agreement with MRS Environmental for Pipeline Franchise Program Review ($30,810)
Pipeline franchises govern the companies allowed to run pipelines through Compton — a review of this program could mean the City collects more revenue or enforces better safety standards near your home.
Jul 28, 2026
Professional Services Agreement with MRS Environmental Inc. for Pipeline Franchise Program Review — $30,810
This review ensures that pipeline companies operating under city franchise agreements in Compton are properly monitored and paying the fees they owe — protecting your city's revenue and the safety of underground infrastructure in your community.
Jul 21, 2026
Professional Services Agreement with MRS Environmental Inc. for Pipeline Franchise Program Review — $30,810
This review examines the pipeline franchise program that governs how utility companies operate pipelines in Compton's public rights-of-way, which can affect the fees the city collects and the safety of underground infrastructure in your streets.
Jul 21, 2026
Pipeline Franchise Assignment Agreement
Mar 11, 2025
Pipeline Franchise Ordinance for Torrance Pipeline Company (Second Reading)
Your city is granting a company the right to operate oil pipelines in your neighborhood, which may affect environmental quality and safety standards you should know about.
Jul 26, 2016
Franchise Ordinance for Torrance Pipeline Company LLC
This pipeline franchise affects your neighborhood by allowing oil transportation infrastructure to be installed and maintained in your community, which may impact traffic, safety, and environmental conditions.
Jul 12, 2016
Ordinance Granting Petroleum Pipeline Franchise to Torrance Pipeline Company
Oil pipelines operated under this franchise transport petroleum products beneath your city streets; the franchise fee revenue helps support city services, though residents have expressed concern the fee may not adequately compensate the city for this industrial use.
Jul 12, 2016
Ordinance Granting Petroleum Pipeline Franchise to Torrance Pipeline Company
This franchise allows companies to transport petroleum products through underground pipelines beneath Compton streets; the city receives annual fees and the company must follow strict safety regulations and emergency response requirements.
Jul 5, 2016
Resolution Declaring Intention to Grant Pipeline Franchise to Torrance Pipeline
This pipeline franchise agreement affects infrastructure in your city that transports petroleum products and may impact environmental safety and land use in your neighborhood.
Jun 14, 2016
Pipeline Franchise Grant to Torrance Pipeline Company LLC
This pipeline project affects your neighborhood's infrastructure and may impact local roads, utilities, and environmental conditions in Compton.
Jun 7, 2016
Franchise Ordinance for Paramount Petroleum Pipeline Operations
This pipeline franchise affects the safe handling of petroleum products in your community and may involve infrastructure changes in your neighborhoods.
Oct 11, 2011
Paramount Petroleum Pipeline Franchise Ordinance
The city will receive revenue from this pipeline franchise, but you should know that refined petroleum pipelines run through your community, including near Dominguez High School, so pipeline safety and emergency preparedness are important.
Oct 11, 2011
Declare Intention to Grant Paramount Petroleum Pipeline Franchise
Jul 26, 2011
Paramount Petroleum Pipeline Franchise Authorization
Jul 26, 2011
Extend ExxonMobil Oil Pipeline Franchise for Five Years
This extension ensures continued safe transportation of petroleum products through underground pipelines beneath your city streets and maintains annual franchise fee revenues of approximately $46,000 for the city.
Jun 14, 2011
Ordinance Granting Oil Pipeline Franchise to Paramount Petroleum
Your city receives annual franchise fees that support public services, and Paramount Petroleum is required to maintain insurance and safety systems to protect your neighborhood from pipeline risks.
Sep 28, 2010
Ordinance - Paramount Petroleum Pipeline Franchise
This franchise determines how petroleum products will be transported through your city and the terms of operation.
Apr 27, 2010
Paramount Petroleum Pipeline Franchise Ordinance
The city will receive franchise fees and has oversight of pipeline operations and safety standards to protect your neighborhood from potential environmental and safety hazards.
Apr 27, 2010
Public Hearing - Paramount Petroleum Pipeline Franchise
This franchise decision affects how petroleum products are transported through your city and may impact local infrastructure and safety.
Apr 27, 2010
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.
Jul 21, 2026
city council
The Compton City Council again delayed a decision on awarding $870,000 in [HUD](https://www.hud.gov)/ARPA funds to the Empowering Reach Foundation, a nonprofit that only incorporated in 2024, after multiple council members raised concerns about the organization's legitimacy, lack of local presence, and questioned why established Compton-based organizations were not chosen instead. The council directed staff to return next week with a recommendation that could split the funds among multiple organizations from the original RFP respondent list. In other action, the council unanimously approved $524,177 for Johnson Controls to replace a failing cooling tower at City Hall, with a temporary system to provide relief within days, and council members personally donated money to cover costs for the repass of July 4th shooting victim Eric Washington. A proposed $3,810 pipeline franchise review was tabled after a council member requested the consultant attend to answer questions. Public commenters raised concerns about World Oil environmental impacts, sheriff's department transparency and staffing, and the need for youth gang intervention over homeless spending.