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Lobbying Disclosure: Macerich Company at Chicago City Council

Original title: MEAGHAN E O'CONNOR for MACERICH COMPANY @ COMMITTEES OF THE CITY COUNCIL (2018-04-01)

April 1, 2018

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The Frame

What this does

This document identifies the professional representation hired to influence city legislation concerning the use of public space at The Shops at North Bridge, a major retail complex in Chicago.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

Macerich Company

The company is seeking specific legislative changes to public way ordinances to impact their property operations.

Chicago City Council

The council committees are responsible for reviewing and voting on the requested public way ordinances.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 1, 2018.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Meaghan E. O'Connor registered as a lobbyist for the Macerich Company to influence s regarding The Shops at North Bridge. This disclosure covers activities occurring between April 1, 2018, and June 30, 2018.

Key Facts

  • Meaghan E. O'Connor is the registered lobbyist for the Macerich Company.
  • The lobbying activity targeted the Committees of the City Council in Chicago, IL.
  • The specific legislative goal is the passage of public way ordinances for The Shops at North Bridge.
  • The reporting period for these activities is April 1, 2018, through June 30, 2018.

Why It Matters

This document identifies the professional representation hired to influence city legislation concerning the use of public space at The Shops at North Bridge, a major retail complex in Chicago.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a public way ordinance?
It is a local law that regulates the use of public property, such as sidewalks, streets, or alleys, often required for private developments to utilize or modify these spaces.
Who is the Macerich Company?
The Macerich Company is a real estate investment trust that owns and operates shopping centers, including The Shops at North Bridge in Chicago.

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Discoveries

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policy shift80% confidence

Commercial Property Legislative Engagement

The document highlights the standard practice of large retail developers engaging in formal lobbying to secure city-level permits for public space usage.

Connected Entities

Sources

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data.cityofchicago.org

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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