Jane D. Robbins (June 26, 1919 – March 1, 2008)[1][2] served on the Compton City Council from 1976 until 1995.
[4] She met her future husband, Compton Police Officer Robert Robbins on a blind date.
In 1976, when Compton City Councilman Hillard Hamm was convicted of extortion, Robbins, won a special election to fill his seat.
[4] Robbins who'd rather recite a poem or share anecdotes about the city's history than debate political issues, was so beloved by her constituents, that she won reelection four times without extensive campaigning.
"[4] Upon leaving office, Robbins had the distinction of having the longest tenure of service on the Compton City Council.