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Read. Follow. Verify.Lobbying Disclosure: MKM Services for Women Construction Owners
Record date · July 1, 2016
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What This Bill Does
Mary K. Minaghan, operating as MKM Services, registered to lobby the Chicago Department of Water Management on behalf of Women Construction Owners. The activity focuses on permit and payment processes within the department.
This disclosure identifies the specific interests seeking to influence administrative and legislative changes to how the Chicago Department of Water Management handles construction permits and contractor payments.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Women Construction Owners
This group is the client seeking to influence city policy regarding permits and payments.
Chicago Department of Water Management
The department is the target of lobbying efforts regarding its administrative and legislative processes.
Key Facts
- Lobbyist Mary K. Minaghan (MKM Services) is representing Women Construction Owners.
- The lobbying activity is directed at the Chicago Department of Water Management.
- The lobbying covers both administrative and legislative actions.
- The stated goal is to convey the views of Women Construction Owners regarding permit processes.
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- The stated goal includes conveying views regarding payment processes.
- The reporting period for this activity is July 1, 2016, to September 30, 2016.
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Focus on Construction Payments
The lobbying effort specifically targets payment processes, suggesting potential friction or delays in how the Department of Water Management compensates contractors.
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