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Restrictions on lobbying for commission members

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112 sec

The discussion centers on the proposed restrictions on lobbying for commission members and the need for clear definitions.

  • There's agreement on not having lobbyists on the commission
  • Christine Quinn raises the question of how to define a lobbyist - whether it includes only those working for lobbying firms or also those registered as lobbyists for their companies
  • Council Member Restler acknowledges the complexity of the issue, noting the difference between lobbying for a nonprofit versus a lobbying firm
  • The importance of not painting restrictions with too broad a brush is emphasized