2017 NBA All-Star game on city council’s agenda Monday
Benefits for same-sex couples and terms for hosting the NBA’s 2017 All-Star Game are among items on the agenda when the Charlotte City Council meets at 5 p.m. Monday for a business meeting.
▪ The council has moved to change its benefits plan as a result of a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision recognizing same-sex marriages. City staff is recommending ending benefits for domestic partners and offering coverage to legal spouses of qualifying city employees regardless of sex. The change could go into effect by Jan. 1, 2016.
▪ The council also will consider approving an agreement that would cap contributions at $600,000 for hosting the National Basketball Association’s 2017 All-Star Game. The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority would represent the city in the agreement.
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This story was originally published July 27, 2015 at 7:49 AM with the headline "2017 NBA All-Star game on city council’s agenda Monday."