Emma Sharif

Education Expanded after-school, mentorship, and career-readiness programs. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Stronger coordination between residents, local organizations, and public safety partners. Housing Housing First for Compton Residents: Prioritize moving people into safe, permanent housing to reduce chronic homelessness, improve public safety, and lower long-term city costs. Housing Expanding affordable housing options for working families and seniors. Economy Workforce training and job pathways connected to real employment opportunities. Education Partnerships that connect schools to college, trades, and local employers. Taxes / Budget Transparent decision-making and responsible use of public dollars. Housing Protecting residents from displacement. Infrastructure / Transportation Targeted investments in streets, water, and sewer systems. Infrastructure / Transportation Long-overdue maintenance addressed with clear timelines and oversight. Housing Strengthen tenant protections, expand rental assistance, and provide legal and eviction prevention services to keep families and seniors housed. Economy Support for small businesses and local entrepreneurs to keep dollars in Compton. Healthcare Expand culturally competent local services, including mental health care, substance-use treatment, medical support, and job readiness programs. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Mental health crisis response. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Expanded community-based violence prevention and youth intervention efforts. Economy Recruit and bring economic development to provide tax dollars to the general fund. Infrastructure / Transportation Complete street resurfacing project.