Mayoral contest could pit Gray against Catania
Final approval expected Jan. 7
When deciding among friends, look to non-LGBT issues
Activists begin to take sides in hotly contested mayoral race
Groups pledge $76,000 in donations
Would simplify break-up process for couples
Democratic group honors local LGBT advocates
Event at Reeves Center for first time
Controversial provision would allow couples to marry each other
Mayoral field could get crowded by spring
