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Lobbying Disclosure: MKM Services for Women Construction Owners

Original title: MARY K MINAGHAN DBA MKM SERVICES for WOMEN CONSTRUCTION OWNERS @ WATER MANAGEMENT (2016-07-01)

July 1, 2016

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The Frame

What this does

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 is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

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.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 1, 2016.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

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.

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.
  • The stated goal includes conveying views regarding payment processes.
  • The reporting period for this activity is July 1, 2016, to September 30, 2016.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this document?
This is a public disclosure form identifying a lobbyist, their client, and the government department they are attempting to influence.
What specific issues are being discussed with the Water Department?
The lobbyist is representing the interests of Women Construction Owners regarding how the department handles construction permits and payments to contractors.

Why It Matters

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.

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Discoveries

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policy shift70% confidence

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.

Connected Entities

Sources

Open source document

data.cityofchicago.org

Analysis Score

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  • Significance30
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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz10
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