
Lobbying Firms
Registration
The following forms must be filed to register as a lobbying firm:
Form RequiredDue DateMust be filed before the first time a lobbying firm registers.When the firm receives or is owed $1,000 for lobbying, and an individual with the firm qualifies as a lobbyist.
Filing Schedule
The following forms must be filed:
Form RequiredPeriod CoveredDue DateJan 1, 2023 - Mar 31, 2023Apr 30, 2023Apr 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2023Jul 31, 2023Jul 1, 2023 - Sep 30, 2023Oct 31, 2023Oct 1, 2023 - Dec 31, 2023Jan 31, 2024
Required Per Activity
The following forms are required when you perform certain activities:
ActivityForm RequiredDue DateFundraising more than the following threshold amounts in a 12-month period:
- For the Mayor, City Attorney, or Controller--$35,000
- For a City Councilmember--$15,000
Within 1 business day of the activity.
Termination
The following form must be filed by lobbying firms who wish to terminate their registration before it automatically terminates on Dec 31, 2023.
Form RequiredDue DateOn the day the lobbying firm wishes to terminate its registration.