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Continued Advocacy & Legislative Consulting Services
History
On August 12, 2025, the Village issued a Request for Proposals for Advocacy & Legislative Consulting Services. At the November 3, 2025 Village Board meeting, Matthew O’Shea Consulting and Michael Best Strategies were selected and approved to provide these services. Since then, both firms have consistently delivered high-quality work and proven to be effective partners for the Village. Staff recommend continuing services with both firms.
The scope of services includes serving as a liaison with state and local government officials. Activities and tasks include:
-Research, prepare, and advocate for proposals that support the Village’s priorities.
-Position the Village to maximize local, state, and federal funding opportunities.
-Promote the Village’s legislative proposals through communication with state and other governmental officials, including personal contact, position papers, testimony, and other appropriate means.
-Monitor legislation, arrange for bill sponsorship, analyze issues, and brief Village officials on legislative matters.
-Draft legislation in support of the Village’s legislative priorities.
-Prepare monthly informational reports and calls to action during legislative sessions to keep the Village informed of legislative developments and the status of its proposals.
-Perform other duties related to the Village’s intergovernmental relations, including providing counsel, attending meetings, and offering testimony.
Financial Benefits to the Village from Advocacy & Legislative Consulting
Over the past year, the Village’s advocacy partners and staff have advanced key priorities and delivered funding outcomes. Highlights include additional Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) funding committed to the 143rd Street corridor.
• IDOT confirmed funding of more than $30 million in its FY2026-2031 Multi-Year Program for the 143rd Street segment from Wolf Road to Will-Cook Road, incl...
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