Lobbying Disclosure: Association of Subcontractors (Q1 2014)
January 1, 2014
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The Frame
This document identifies the professional representation hired to influence city transportation policies and payment regulations affecting subcontractors in Chicago during early 2014.
Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.
Association of Subcontractors
The organization hired professional representation to advocate for their interests regarding city payment processes.
Chicago Department of Transportation
The department was the target of lobbying efforts regarding pending ordinances and payment procedures.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2014.
Next step not available in the current record.
Summary
Key Facts
- Lobbyist Mary K. Minaghan (MKM Services) represented the Association of Subcontractors.
- The lobbying activity occurred between January 1, 2014, and March 31, 2014.
- The target of the lobbying was the Chicago Department of Transportation.
- The scope of work included both administrative and legislative actions.
- The stated objective was to communicate subcontractor views on pending ordinances.
- Specific focus was placed on influencing city payment processes.
Why It Matters
This document identifies the professional representation hired to influence city transportation policies and payment regulations affecting subcontractors in Chicago during early 2014.
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Subcontractor Payment Focus
The lobbying effort specifically targeted payment processes, suggesting that payment delays or procedural hurdles were a significant concern for subcontractors in 2014.
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Analysis Score
0–100- Significance20How much this matters to a regular citizen
- Controversy10Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
- Entertainment5Compellingness for a non-policy-wonk reader
- Buzz5Current news / social attention level
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