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Read. Follow. Verify.Lobbying Disclosure: Chicago Market Food Co-op
Record date · January 1, 2018
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What This Bill Does
Gregory Berlowitz registered as a lobbyist on behalf of the Chicago Cooperative (doing business as Chicago Market) to seek support from Chicago City Council members for a community food cooperative project.
This document identifies the professional advocacy efforts to secure City Council support for the establishment of a community-owned food cooperative in Chicago during the first quarter of 2018.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Chicago Market
The organization is seeking official support from the City Council for its business operations.
Chicago City Council
The Council members are the targets of the lobbying effort regarding the food co-op project.
Key Facts
- Gregory Berlowitz served as the lobbyist for Chicago Cooperative (Chicago Market).
- The lobbying activity targeted the Chicago City Council and individual Aldermen.
- The stated purpose of the lobbying was to gain support for a food co-op.
- The lobbying period covered January 1, 2018, through March 31, 2018.
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- The action type is classified as administrative.
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