Emma Sharif

During a sit-down interview with Dennis J. Freeman, The Bulletin’s editor and publisher, the former City Councilwoman addresses her priorities and being up to speed in dealing with the challenges facing her city. This is the first article of a three-part series of our interview with Mayor Sharif

COMPTON (Compton Bulletin) – There are a plethora of issues the City of Compton is faced with. Mayor Emma Sharif feels she is up to the challenge. In a lengthy interview within the confines of her spacious office at City Hall, Sharif went through her check n Mayor, see page 3

ST. FRANCIS MEDICAL CENTER RAISES THE BAR IN STROKE CARE

The Lynwood medical facility has added bi-plane technology that will assist in saving lives of stroke patients

(LYNWOOD, CA) St. Francis Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, recently announced its higher-level stroke care capabilities. This includes its new bi-plane suite supporting the hospital’s advancement to becoming a Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center. With the new bi-plane system, St. Francis

Class of 2023 gets grand send off from Compton Unified

is able to perform neurointerventional procedures that can save the lives of stroke patients as well as prevent the impairments that can result from a stroke.

A stroke occurs when an artery to the brain either becomes blocked or bursts, preventing the brain from receiving a constant supply n St. Francis, see page 4 more photos, page 5

Compton Unified School District celebrated its Class of 2023 with a grand ceremony at the Long Beach Terrace Theater in downtown Long Beach, California. Students from the districts’ four high school received their diplomas on June 8, 2023. Students from Compton Early College High School, Compton High School, Centennial High School, and Dominguez High School took part in the commencement ceremonies. Pictured here are students from Compton High School, Centennial High School and Dominguez High School.

Inglewood Commissioner Brett C.S. Roberts appointed to El Camino College Board

INGLEWOOD, CA

- Brett C.S. Roberts is El Camino College’s newest member of their Board of Trustees after he was sworn into office during a special meeting on May 12.

An Inglewood Parking and Traffic Commissioner, Roberts was one of seven applicants who applied to fill the unexpired term of the late Ken Brown, who died in late March.

Roberts comes to the position with a bachelor’s degree in computer science and physics from Morehouse College and a master’s degree in applied physics from Clark Atlanta University.

“This role is very important because it’s the voice of Inglewood on our community college board,” shared Roberts. “In this capacity, I’ll have the direct opportunity to help craft and implement policies that ensure our students and community are being served by El Camino Community College.”

In addition to strengthening the connection between El Camino, the city of Inglewood and Inglewood Unified School District (IUSD), Roberts is picking up the mantle left by his predecessor Ken Brown and will continue to encourage students to transfer to either four-year universities and historically Black colleges and universities.

“I plan to explore dual enrollment opportunities, program creation, and increasing El Camino’s presence at key events and beyond,” added Roberts.

Roberts continued, “So far, I’ve voted on actions to improve facilities and have actively participated in meetings with IUSD representatives and El Camino’s administration to make this happen. I’m excited about the possibilities and believe we can do some great work together.”

Named to the 40 Under 40 in US Transportation Industry by Mass Transit Magazine in 2016 and awarded a John F. Kennedy Award from the LA County Democratic Party in 2018, Roberts speaks, reads, and writes fluent Spanish and can speak Portuguese, French, and German at basic levels. He has traveled to 60 countries and has lived in Argentina, Dominican Republic, and Spain.

Roberts is a Senior Community Outreach professional for one of the nation’s largest transportation agencies and serves on the Board of Directors and as an adviser for two local non-profits. In his spare time, he can be found volunteering on political campaigns and causes that he believes in.

Roberts was sworn into office by Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts Jr. and will represent Inglewood and Ladera Heights on the El Camino College Board of Trustees for the remainder of the current term ending on Nov. 5, 2024.