Columbus Domestic Partner Registry Begins August 29

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For Immediate Release August 23, 2012For more information: John Ivanic
(Columbus)--The Columbus City Clerk will begin processing DomesticPartner Registry applications Wednesday, August 29 at 11:00 am in City Hall. 
The registry forunmarried couples will be administered by the City Clerk and is intended toreduce the administrative burden on businesses and public institutions todefine and certify the existence of a relationship.  Verification isneeded for matters such as health insurance, hospital visitation rights andauthorization to pick up children after school.   The proposal forthe registry was announced by Council President Ginther, Councilmember Kleinand Mayor Coleman during a June news conference and unanimously approved byCity Council at the end of July. 
“This registry underscores the fact thatColumbus is an open, smart and inclusive community,” said Councilmember Klein,chair of the Development Committee.   “It sends a message about thetype of City we are and in the end, it is the right thing to do.”
Applications for the Domestic Partner Registry will be available on the City Council’s website beginningFriday, August 24 or by contacting the Columbus City Council Clerk’s office at645-7380.   Applications can be completed by those at least 18 yearsof age and must be notarized prior to submission to the Clerk’soffice.    Guidelines for the program and a list of frequently asked questions can also be found on City Council’swebsite.  

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