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Lobbying Disclosure: Ritz Carlton Hotel Public Way Coordination

Original title: DONNA J PUGH for JMB FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC @ BUSINESS AFFAIRS AND CONSUMER PROTECTION (BACP) (2017-04-01)

April 1, 2017

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The Frame

What this does

This disclosure identifies the professional representation used by a private entity to negotiate the use of public property with city officials between April and June 2017.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

JMB Financial Advisors, LLC

The company is seeking administrative coordination with the city regarding property usage.

Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection

The department is responsible for reviewing and processing the request regarding public way usage.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 1, 2017.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Lobbyist Donna J. Pugh represented JMB Financial Advisors, LLC to coordinate with the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection regarding the use of public space for the Ritz Carlton Hotel.

Key Facts

  • Lobbyist Donna J. Pugh represented JMB Financial Advisors, LLC.
  • The lobbying activity targeted the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP).
  • The purpose of the lobbying was to coordinate regarding the 'public way' for the Ritz Carlton Hotel.
  • The reporting period for this activity was April 1, 2017, to June 30, 2017.
  • The action type is classified as administrative.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'public way' in this context?
In Chicago, the typically refers to streets, sidewalks, alleys, and other public rights-of-way that require city permits for private use or construction.
What does it mean to lobby an administrative department?
It means a representative is meeting with city staff to discuss specific permits, regulations, or s rather than attempting to influence the passage of new laws.

Why It Matters

This disclosure identifies the professional representation used by a private entity to negotiate the use of public property with city officials between April and June 2017.

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Quarterly Reporting

The lobbying activity is reported on a standard quarterly basis (Q2 2017).

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Sources

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data.cityofchicago.org

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  • Controversy10
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