Gookin Wants To Extend Benefits

Prior to the vote on the controversial antidiscrimination ordinance Tuesday night, Councilman Dan Gookin voiced support for extending benefits to same-sex city workers. The city attorney advised that the council couldn’t do anything with the idea until it’s properly advertised. (Video: Coeur d’Alene TV Channel 19)

Question: I know I’ve asked this as today’s poll question. But let’s have a discussion also. Should the city of Coeur d’Alene extend benefits to same-sex couples?