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Lobbying Disclosure: Compass Group USA, Inc. (2018)

Original title: JOSEPH P. GATTUSO for PENINSULA CHICAGO @ BUSINESS AFFAIRS AND CONSUMER PROTECTION (BACP) (2018-10-01)

October 1, 2018

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The Frame

What this does

This document discloses that a private corporation hired a lobbyist to influence the city's business licensing process during the final quarter of 2018.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Compass Group USA, Inc.

The company is seeking business licenses through the city's administrative process.

Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection

The agency is the target of lobbying efforts regarding the issuance or regulation of business licenses.

What changed

Last recorded activity October 1, 2018.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Joseph P. Gattuso registered as a lobbyist on behalf of Compass Group USA, Inc. to communicate with the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection regarding business licenses.

Key Facts

  • Lobbyist Joseph P. Gattuso represented Compass Group USA, Inc.
  • The lobbying activity targeted the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP).
  • The specific action sought was the acquisition or management of business licenses.
  • The registration period covered October 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018.
  • The filing is categorized as an administrative action.

Why It Matters

This document discloses that a private corporation hired a lobbyist to influence the city's business licensing process during the final quarter of 2018.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this document?
It is a public disclosure record showing that a lobbyist was hired to interact with a specific city department on behalf of a company.
What does the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection do?
In Chicago, this department manages business licensing, consumer protection, and enforcement of city ordinances related to business operations.

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Connected Entities

organizationCompass Group USA, Inc.The client company seeking business licenses.Map →
personJoseph P. GattusoThe individual registered to perform lobbying activities.Map →
organizationBusiness Affairs and Consumer ProtectionThe Chicago city department being lobbied.Map →
locationChicago, ILThe jurisdiction where the lobbying activity occurred.Map →

Sources

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data.cityofchicago.org

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