ADOPTED

The adopted resolution proposes adding a section to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter stating that Philadelphia voters urge the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to deny Philadelphia Gas Works’ 2006 request for a base rate increase. The proposed amendment would be submitted to city voters on an election date set by ordinance; the resolution does not state whether the Public Utility Commission or voters approved the request or amendment.

Proposing an amendment to Article VIII, Chapter 5 of the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter, entitled "Referenda Approved by the Voters," by adding a new section providing that the citizens of Philadelphia urge the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to deny the Philadelphia Gas Works' 2006 Request for a Base Rate Increase.