Lawrence considers domestic partner health benefits for city employees
Lawrence city commissioners will review extending health insurance to domestic partners of city workers, mirroring spouses. HR manager Lori Carnahan notes strong interest. a survey shows 30 percent of 146 respondents would use the benefit. Douglas County approved a similar plan in 2011. Lawrence began a domestic partnership registry in 2007.
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Lawrence police add 12 recruits in new class formation
The Lawrence Police Department sworn in 12 new recruits on Tuesday as a six month academy begins before patrols. An officer returning from private security in 2009 joins the group, while the department plans more hires beyond current vacancies to offset attrition.
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Homeless numbers steady in Douglas County count
Douglas County 2013 Point-in-Time survey found 223 homeless people, down slightly from 226 in 2011, with counts about double the 112 identified in 2009. Homeless children rose from 69 to 71. Results were shared at a Tuesday Homeless Issues Advisory Committee meeting.
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