Call for Participation: City of Compton Charter Review Committee

Calling Qualified Compton Residents.

The City of Compton is now accepting applications for residents interested in serving on the Charter Review Committee, an advisory body tasked with reviewing the City Charter and recommending potential updates for City Council consideration.

Community voices matter—consider applying or sharing this opportunity with a qualified resident.

This is an opportunity for Compton residents to directly participate in shaping the foundational document of City Charter that governs how our City operates.

The Role of the Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee plays a critical role in local governance. Committee members review provisions of the City Charter, engage with residents through town hall–style meetings to gather public input, and carefully analyze community feedback. Based on this process, the committee develops recommendations for revisions, additions, or changes to the Charter. These recommendations are compiled into a formal written report for City Council review and discussion and, if approved, may be considered for placement on a future ballot.

Who Is Eligible to Serve on the Charter Review Committee

Residents with an interest in civic engagement, government structure, accountability, and the long-term future of Compton are encouraged to apply.

Confirmed Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must be current residents of the City of Compton.The City has not specified a minimum length of residency; therefore, both long-term and recent residents may apply unless otherwise stated.

• Applicants must be registered voters for the duration of their service.

• No political party affiliation is required. Registered voters of any affiliation, including independent or non-partisan voters, are eligible.

Selection Considerations (Not Eligibility Requirements)

• In appointing committee members, the City will seek to assemble a committee that reflects a diversity of viewpoints, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives within the Compton community.

• This is a guiding principle for committee composition and does not constitute an eligibility requirement for individual applicants.

Individuals Not Eligible to Serve

• Elected officials

• Employees of the City of Compton

• Individuals who are related to or employed by elected officials

• Individuals who are employed by City staff

The City has not publicly specified whether employees or board members of outside public agencies—such as law enforcement agencies, the Fire Department, or the Compton Unified School District—are excluded. Applicants affiliated with such entities may wish to seek clarification from the City Clerk prior to applying.

How to Apply

Download the Charter Review Committee Application here:

Charter Review Application.docx

Download DOCX • 24KB

Application Deadline

Completed applications must be submitted by January 22, 2026 .

Email the completed application to contactcityclerk@comptoncity.org .