Lobbying in Winnebago County, Illinois
Since 2005, the county has spent $91,285.50 on taxpayer-funded lobbying. This includes one contract with lobbyists and membership in taxpayer-funded lobbying associations.
Taxpayer-funded lobbying is the use of public funds by governments to influence other levels of government. Counties, for example, will pay lobbyists to influence the state or the federal government. This type of lobbying is often not disclosed to constituents. Counties hire lobbyists on a contractual basis, have lobbyists on staff, or join groups which promote or oppose legislation on their behalf. Lobbyists also help counties seeking specific projects or appropriations.
The county is represented by lobbying firm Kolkmeier Consulting for 2010, and has spent $10,500 on this contract as of July 2010.[1] It is unclear what representation the county had before 2010.
[edit] Taxpayer-funded lobbying associations
- Main article: Illinois taxpayer-funded lobbying associations
Winnebago County belongs to two taxpayer-funded lobbying associations:[1]
| Association | Year | Amount |
| Metro Counties of Illinois | 2010 | $8,729 |
| Metro Counties of Illinois | 2009 | $8,729 |
| Metro Counties of Illinois | 2008 | $8,729 |
| Metro Counties of Illinois | 2007 | $8,729 |
| Metro Counties of Illinois | 2006 | $8,729 |
| Metro Counties of Illinois | 2005 | $8,729 |
| National Association of Counties | 2009 | $5,758.50 |
| National Association of Counties | 2008 | $5,749 |
| National Association of Counties | 2007 | $5,749 |
| National Association of Counties | 2006 | $5,749 |
| National Association of Counties | 2005 | $5,406 |
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