Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the population of Compton?
A. The population of Compton is 97,493.
Q. What are the hours at City Hall?
A. City Hall is open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday. It is closed on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and holidays.
Q. Who are the City's Mayor and City Council Members?
A. The mayor of Compton is Eric J. Perrodin. Members of the Compton City Council are: Barbara Calhoun-First District, Lillie Dobson-Second District, Yvonne Arceneaux-Third District and Isadore Hall, III-Fourth District.
Q. When does the City Council meet?
A. The regular meeting schedule is as follows:
• First and third Tuesday of each month at 6:45 p.m.
• Second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 2:45 p.m.
• There is no meeting on the fifth Tuesday.
Q. May I address the City council members at a meeting?
A. Yes, the public may address the City Council members at the formal meetings. You will need to complete a speaker slip and hand it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting.
Q. How much time do I have to address the City Council?
A. Three minutes for an individual five minutes for a group to address the council.
Q. How do I request copies of City documents?
A. Requests for easily identifiable public documents may be made in person in the City Clerk's Office and copies are made available at that time for a fee. However, more complex document requests must be submitted in writing. The City has 10 calendar days to respond and will advise the requestor, in writing, as to availability of those records for inspection or photocopying.
Q. How much time do I have to contest a parking citation?
A. The request must be made within 21 days from the date the citation was issued.
Q. How do I contest a parking citation?
A. Mail a written statement explaining why you feel the citation should be dismissed to the address on the back of the citation: City of Compton Treasurer's Office, 205 S. Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, 90220, or in person Monday or Thursday between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. only in room #3 at 600 N. Alameda Street, Compton, CA 90220.
Q. What company provides cable TV service in the City of Compton?
A. The cable TV provider in the City of Compton is Time Warner. The Time Warner customer service office can be reached by calling (888)892-2253.
Q. What colleges are in the Compton area
A. Compton Community College, California State University, Dominguez Hills, DeVry Institute, Los Angeles Harbor College, Los Angeles Southwest College and California State University Long Beach.
Q: How do I find out why a lien was filed on my property?
A. The Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk serves notification by mail to debtors when an involuntary lien is recorded against them. If you have received a copy of a lien and have questions (562) 462-2125 or go to...
http://lavote.net/recorder/property.htm
Q. What do I need to do to apply for a job with the City of Compton?
A. For information on current jobs or to apply for a job with the City of Compton you may visit the City of Compton Human Resources Department at 205 Willowbrook Avenue, inside City Hall, or call 310-605-5535 to find out what jobs are available and to request an application.
Q: I have graffiti in my neighborhood. How do I get it removed?
A: To have graffiti removed please call the ICMS Department at (310) 605-5691 or click on City Hall At Your Service for more details.
Q: Where can I get information on Section 8 or HUD housing?
A: To obtain Section 8 of HUD information contact the Housing Authority of the City of Compton at (310) 605-3080 or click on the Economic Development Section to find specific information on the Program.
Q: Does the city have a First Time Homebuyer's Program?
A. Yes, the City has an excellent First Time Homebuyer’s Program. Please call the Redevelopment Agency at (310) 605-5511, or click on the Economic Development Section to find specific information on the Program.
Q: Who do I call about animal problems?
A: To report animal problems contact the Los Angeles County Animal Control Center at (562) 940-6890.
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