Illinois CPA Society Chicago South Chapter

Illinois State Legislator's Dinner and Panel Discussion

 By:    Dave Chess

          ICPAS Chicago South Legislative Chairperson

Senator Edward D. Maloney (D) 18^th District and Representative Kevin Joyce (D) 35^th District attended the Illinois CPA Society Chicago South Chapter Illinois State Legislator’s Dinner and Panel Discussion held September 20, 2007 at Palos Country Club.

Both legislators were given the opportunity to speak. They described the scope of their responsibilities and areas their districts encompass.

It was clear from their discussion that they were frustrated over this year’s budget process. They are struggling to find ways to generate revenue to cover the deficit and the process has dragged out months longer than it has in the past.

Connie McKamy, Director Government Relations, Legislative Contacts and Communications, from the ICPAS Springfield office coordinated the Legislative dinner with the chapter and arranged for the speaker. This meeting would not have been possible without her help.

Jennifer Schultz, Vice President, Member Benefits and Services - Illinois CPA Society, spoke about recent legislative achievements. She spoke about the Society’s efforts to pass CPA mobility legislation and answered questions concerning the difference between CPAs registering and licensing.

Also in attendance were representatives from the Illinois CPA Society:

Todd Shapiro - CFO and Vice President Business Development and Administration

Irwin Fong - Controller

Ron Jankowski - Director, Membership Marketing

Kimberly Johnson - Manager of Membership Marketing Services

A total of thirty two members attended including ten past presidents.