Compton Chamber of Commerce

05/22/2026

Most homeowners do not realize they qualify for thousands of dollars in rebates for clean energy improvements to their home… and these incentives will not be available forever.

Join this FREE in-person workshop to learn how you could receive thousands of dollars in rebates for clean energy upgrades to your home!

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📅 Saturday, May 30 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Register here:
https://registration.empowergateway.org/EvFest

Message paid for with funds from the Low Carbon Fuel Standard Program.

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05/22/2026

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND EVENTS NEAR COMPTON 🇺🇸

As Memorial Day weekend approaches, several community events and commemorations will be taking place throughout the greater South Bay and Harbor Area honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation.

The Compton Chamber of Commerce encourages residents and families to participate in these nearby community events:

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⚓ LA FLEET WEEK 2026
📍 LA Waterfront / Battleship USS Iowa Museum
250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA
📅 May 22–25, 2026

One of Southern California’s largest Memorial Day weekend celebrations featuring:
• Navy ship tours
• Military displays
• Aircraft flyovers
• Live entertainment
• Food vendors
• Patriotic drone light shows

🔗 https://lafleetweek.com/

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🇺🇸 CITY OF CARSON MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE
📍 Carson Event Center
801 E. Carson St., Carson, CA
📅 Sunday, May 24, 2026
🕔 5:00 p.m.

Community tribute event honoring fallen service members featuring:
• Veteran recognition
• Memorial program
• Community remembrance activities

🔗 https://ci.carson.ca.us/

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🎖️ LAKEWOOD MEMORIAL DAY COMMEMORATION
📍 Del Valle Park Veterans Memorial Plaza
5939 Henrilee St., Lakewood, CA
📅 Monday, May 25, 2026
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Ceremony includes:
• Honor Guard presentation
• Live “Taps”
• Bagpipe tribute
• Veteran remembrance ceremony
• Musical performances

🔗 https://www.lakewoodca.gov/

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Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor the sacrifices made by our nation’s fallen heroes and their families. The Chamber extends its gratitude to all who have served our country.

05/22/2026

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE BRANDING OF THE CITY OF COMPTON

The City of Compton is inviting residents, business owners, organizations, and community stakeholders to participate in an important community survey focused on the future branding and logo development of the city.

This is an opportunity for the community to help shape how Compton is visually represented moving forward — including the identity, culture, history, diversity, pride, and future vision reflected through the city’s branding.

The Chamber encourages community members to participate and make their voices heard. Strong cities are built when residents actively contribute ideas and perspectives that help define the image and direction of their community.

At the same time, many residents also continue to express the importance of maintaining strong focus on everyday quality-of-life priorities such as infrastructure, street improvements, public safety, economic opportunity, and housing concerns as part of the city’s broader future vision.

Community feedback gathered through this survey will help guide future branding and logo decisions for the City of Compton.

🖊️ Residents are encouraged to complete the survey and share it with friends, neighbors, family members, and fellow business owners.

📣 Your voice matters.

Link to the survey:

The City of Compton is in the process of developing a new brand and visual identity and is seeking public input to help inform the design. This survey provides an opportunity to share your perspective on how Compton should be represented now and in the years ahead. OVERVIEW - WHAT IS A BRAND? A bran...

05/22/2026

🚨 COMMUNITY UPDATE: COMMERCIAL FIRE INCIDENT IN COMPTON

On Thursday morning, May 21, 2026, the Compton Fire Department responded to a commercial fire at the World Oil Refining Company (oil recycling) located at 2000 N. Alameda Street.

According to city officials, firefighters arrived to find a fire in the boiler room that had extended into surrounding boiler plumbing. World Oil employees activated the facility’s fire suppression system prior to firefighters arriving, helping contain the incident.

Compton Fire crews launched an aggressive fire attack and were able to quickly extinguish the fire while limiting equipment damage.

Mutual aid support was provided by the Downey, Montebello, Santa Fe Springs and Los Angeles County fire departments.

Officials reported that no injuries occurred and the incident concluded around 11:30 a.m.

The Chamber thanks all first responders and emergency personnel involved for their rapid response and professionalism.

05/22/2026

🌳 COMMUNITY INVESTMENT IN COMPTON PARKS 🌳

The Compton Chamber of Commerce encourages residents and families to attend the upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly improved Tragniew Park Basketball Court & Playground.

📍 Tragniew Park
2121 W. Alondra Blvd.
📅 Wednesday, May 27, 2026
🕔 5:00 p.m.

Located in District 2, the park has received exciting new upgrades including:
🏀 A newly renovated basketball court
🛝 A brand-new playground area
🌳 Enhanced recreational space for local families and youth

The project reflects the City of Compton’s continued commitment to improving neighborhood parks and creating safe, welcoming, and accessible public spaces for residents of all ages.

These improvements were made possible through support from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District.

Community members are encouraged to attend, celebrate the improvements, and support continued investment in Compton neighborhoods and quality-of-life initiatives.

05/22/2026

☀️ FREE SUMMER FUN FOR KIDS ACROSS LOS ANGELES COUNTY! 🎉

Families looking for affordable and enriching summer activities may be interested to know that LA County Parks is offering a wide range of FREE youth programs and activities at dozens of park locations throughout the county.

Programs and activities may include:
⚽ Sports & recreation
🎨 Arts & crafts
🎬 Outdoor movie nights
🎵 Music & cultural events
🏕️ Youth programs & camps
💦 Aquatics & splash activities
📚 Educational & enrichment programs

LA County Parks continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities that help keep children active, engaged, and connected during the summer months.

Parents are encouraged to check participating park locations and program schedules for activities available in their area.

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/losangelescounty/home?locale=en-US

https://www.dailybreeze.com/2026/05/18/freebie-of-the-week-free-fun-for-kids-at-37-la-county-parks/

In the “Every Body Plays: Summer Adventures” program, kids can engage in free supervised sports and games, go on field trips, get lab times, creative activities and more.

05/22/2026

🏠 IMPORTANT CALIFORNIA HOMEOWNER INSURANCE UPDATE

The California FAIR Plan — the state’s insurer of last resort for homeowners unable to secure traditional coverage — is expected to increase residential insurance rates by approximately 29% beginning in late 2026.

According to reports, many policyholders may experience increases ranging from 30% to 50%, while some high-risk wildfire areas could see even steeper increases. The FAIR Plan has grown rapidly in recent years as more Californians have struggled to obtain affordable private insurance coverage.

This issue is becoming increasingly important for:
• Homeowners
• Small property owners
• Commercial property holders
• Real estate professionals
• California business communities

The Chamber encourages members and residents to stay informed regarding ongoing insurance market changes and how they may affect housing affordability, property ownership costs, and long-term economic stability throughout California.

A consumer advocate called the hike ‘a real blow for consumers.’

05/22/2026

LA Fleet Week 2026 Returns to the Los Angeles Harbor! 🇺🇸

The Compton Chamber of Commerce encourages our community members, families, veterans, and supporters to experience the excitement of LA Fleet Week taking place May 22–25 in San Pedro and Wilmington.

This year’s celebration will feature:
⚓ U.S. Navy ship tours
✈️ Military flyovers & demonstrations
🎶 Live entertainment
🍔 Food & family activities
🎆 Spectacular patriotic drone light shows celebrating America’s upcoming 250th Birthday

The waterfront festivities centered around the Battleship USS Iowa Museum are expected to draw thousands of visitors from throughout Southern California.

Fleet Week is an opportunity to honor the men and women who serve our nation while enjoying one of Southern California’s premier waterfront community events.

📍 San Pedro & Wilmington Waterfront
📅 May 22–25, 2026

For schedules and event information visit:

LA Fleet Week 2026 Memorial Day Weekend | Kicking Off AMERICA 250 in Los Angeles May 22-25 | Festival & ToursMay 19-25 | Neighborhood Activations EventsSupport Southern California’s Largest Memorial Day Event.And It’s FREE! LA Fleet Week kicks off summer right with ship tours, a waterfront festi...

05/18/2026

A recent California-focused education report highlights what many communities, including Compton, have already been experiencing firsthand — students across the nation are facing a serious decline in reading proficiency, often described as a “reading recession.”

The findings point to long-term learning setbacks worsened by pandemic disruptions, digital distractions, and ongoing educational challenges affecting working-class communities the hardest. For cities like Compton, the issue is not simply academic — literacy directly impacts future workforce readiness, economic opportunity, civic participation, and long-term community stability.

The report also serves as an important reminder that strengthening reading skills begins early and requires a united effort between schools, parents, mentors, community organizations, churches, and local leadership. Supporting literacy is ultimately an investment in the future of Compton’s youth and the long-term strength of the community itself.

This story was originally published by EdSource. Sign up for their daily newsletter. Students attending Compton Unified School District and Modesto City Schools are improving in reading faster than st...

05/18/2026

The Compton Chamber of Commerce welcomes and supports this upcoming First-Time Homebuyer Workshop hosted by the City of Compton in partnership with ASM Premier Consultants and EZ Fundings, Inc.

This free workshop is a great opportunity for residents and families considering homeownership to learn the basics of the homebuying process, including budgeting, credit preparation, loan options, down payment assistance programs, and more.

Please see the flyer below for full event details and registration information.