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PENNSYLVANIA PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION
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PUBLIC MEETING
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JULY 11, 2002 (RB)
10:00 A. M.
MAIN HEARING ROOM NO. 1
SECOND FLOOR COMMONWEALTH KEYSTONE BUILDING
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The Commission will act on various matters at today’s meeting, which is open
to the public. However, since adequate forums have been made available for public
participation in cases before the Commission, there will be no opportunity for the
public to address the Commission.
The attached agenda is complete at the time of issuance, but other items may
be added and some stricken without further notice.
The listing of an item on the agenda does not necessarily mean that the
Commission will take final action on it at this meeting. When the Commission does
take final action, its decision---except on routine, uncontested tariff filings---will be put
in writing and served on the interested parties and made public at the time it is entered
and served.
All public documents---such as orders, opinions, hearing transcripts, comments,
initial and recommended decisions, and the like---relating to items on the agenda, may
be examined in the Commission’s File Room located in Room B-7, Second Floor, this
Building.
The Commissioners seated on the bench are :
COMMISSIONER
VICE CHAIRMAN
CHAIRMAN
COMMISSIONER
Terrance J. Fitzpatrick Robert K. Bloom Glen R. Thomas Aaron Wilson, Jr.
COMMISSIONER
Kim Pizzingrilli
BUREAU DIRECTORS AND MEMBERS
OF THE LEGAL, TECHNICAL AND
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF OF THE
COMMISSION
THE TAKING OF PHOTOGRAPHS IS PERMITTED PROVIDED FLASH IS NOT USED.
The Next Public Meeting is Tentatively Scheduled for Thursday, July 18, 2002 at 10:00 a.m.
Minutes of the Meeting of June 13, 2002 (TF)
***ANNOUNCEMENTS***
THE NEXT PUBLIC MEETING OF THE PENNSYLVANIA PUBLIC UTILITY
COMMISSION IS SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2002, AT 10:00 A.M.,
IN HEARING ROOM #1, SECOND FLOOR, COMMONWEALTH KEYSTONE
BUILDING, 400 NORTH STREET. AN AGENDA FOR PUBLIC MEETING WILL
BE MADE AVAILABLE TO ALL COMMISSIONERS AND INTERESTED PERSONS
PRIOR TO THE PUBLIC MEETING.
ALSO, THE COMMISSION’S EXECUTIVE SESSION, ORIGINALLY
SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2002,
HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED
TO JULY 11, 2002, IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING PUBLIC MEETING, AT
APPROXIMATELY 10:30 A.M., IN THE COMMISSION’S JR. EXECUTIVE
CHAMBERS, THIRD FLOOR, KEYSTONE BUILDING. THE COMMISSION
WILL LIMIT ITS AGENDA TO:
1. DISCUSSING PERSONNEL MATTERS.
2. CONSULTING WITH ITS LEGAL OR TECHNICAL STAFF ABOUT
ACTIONS WHICH THIS COMMISSION IS LITIGATING
BEFORE OTHER
ADMINISTRATIVE AGENCIES OR COURTS.
3.
DISCUSSING CASES WHICH WILL
ADJUDICATED
BY COMMISSION ACTION.
BE
COMMENCED
OR
4. REVIEWING LEGALLY PRIVILEGED OR CONFIDENTIAL MATTERS.
5. DISCUSSING COLLECTIVE BARGAINING ISSUES.
6. CONSIDERING THE PURCHASE OR LEASE OF REAL ESTATE.
AN AGENDA FOR THE EXECUTIVE SESSION WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TO
ALL COMMISSIONERS IN ADVANCE OF THIS SESSION. THIS NOTICE IS
PROVIDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ACT 84 of 1986, KNOWN AS THE
SUNSHINE ACT.
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A LISTING OF THE COMPLAINTS INITIATED BY THE COMMISSION’S
ENFORCEMENT BUREAUS, DURING THE CURRENT MONTH, IS AVAILABLE
FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION IN ROOM B-7 NORTH, SECOND FLOOR, KEYSTONE
BUILDING.
1-A
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
TSM-0038*
A-00117072, F. 1,
Am-A
Application of CORRY CAB COMPANY, Corry, Erie
County, for amendment to its common carrier certificate,
which grants the right to transport, by motor vehicle,
persons upon call or demand.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed order approving the application.
A-00115480, F.
6000 (ETA)
Application of L. COREY, COREY
TRANSPORTATION, Meadville,
Crawford County, for emergency temporary
authority (ETA), to transport, as a common carrier, by
motor vehicle, persons upon call or demand.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed order approving the application for
emergency temporary authority.
A-00115804, F.2
Application of U.S.A. LIMOUSINE ULTRA, INC.,
Lester, Delaware County, for the additional right to
transport, as a common carrier, by motor vehicle,
persons in limousine service.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed order approving the application, as
amended.
R-0002____
WGM TRANSPORTATION, INC., East
Stroudsburg, Monroe County. Increase in rates.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission permit
Tariff Call or Demand Pa. PUC No. 2 as filed by the
carrier be permitted to become effective
July 12, 2002.
A-00118717
Application of SALLIE A. BENDER, Carrolltown,
Cambria County, for the right to begin to transport, as a
common carrier, by motor vehicle, persons in group and
party service.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed order approving the application.
Vote 5-0
TSM-0073*
Vote 5-0
TSM-0074*
Vote 5-0
TSM-0075
Vote 5-0
TSM-0076*
Vote 5-0
2
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
TSM-0077*
A-00116323, F.2
Application of ROGER SHARMA, T/D/B/A
PHOENIX MOVERS, Yardley, Bucks County, for the
right to begin to transport, as a common carrier, by
motor vehicle, household goods, in use.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed order approving the application.
A-00097418, F. 1,
Am-A
Application of DORSEY M. MEREDITH, T/D/B/A
MEREDITH AND SONS MOVING, HAULING
AND CLEANING, Harrisburg, Dauphin County, for
the discontinuance of service and cancellation of his
certificate at A-00097418, as a common carrier, by
motor vehicle, authorizing the transportation of household
goods, in use.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed order approving the application canceling
the certificate at A-00097418. Carrier holds no other
authority.
A-00104525, F. 1,
Am-A
Application of BAVARIAN INN, INC., St. Marys, Elk
County, for the discontinuance of service and cancellation
of its certificate as a common carrier, by motor vehicle, at
A-104525, authorizing the transportation of persons,
upon call or demand.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed order approving the application canceling
the certificate at A-00104525. Carrier holds no other
authority.
A-00118780
Application of HAROLD K. WITMER, T/D/B/A H.
K. PICKUP & DELIVERY, New Holland, Lancaster
County, for the right to begin to transport, as a common
carrier, by motor vehicle, persons in paratransit service.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed order approving the application.
Vote 5-0
TSM-0078*
Vote 5-0
TSM-0079*
Vote 5-0
TSM-0080*
Vote 5-0
3
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
TSM-0081*
A-00100766, F.
6000, ET AL
Application of ALLEGHENY LIMOUSINES, INC.
AND FIFTY-NINE (59) ADDITIONAL
CARRIERS, for emergency temporary authority to
provide limousine service in Allegheny County.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed order approving the emergency temporary
authority applications of the sixty carriers identified on the
Appendix made part of the order.
A-00118710
Application of JOHN C. NATURALE, Dingmans
Ferry, Pike County, for the right to begin to transport,
persons upon call or demand.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed order approving the application.
I-0002____
Investigation upon the COMMISSION’S OWN
MOTION into matters pertaining to the proper service,
accommodation, convenience and safety of the traveling
public using the bridge carrying Ridge Road (AAR 472
753 H, T-599) over the tracks of the Wheeling and Lake
Erie Railroad Company.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt an
order that institutes an investigation into matters relating
to the condition, assignment of maintenance, inspection
responsibilities and the allocation of costs thereof.
A-00115689
Application of the DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION, for the approval to replace the
existing 14 span bridge with a new bridge where S. R.
0219, Section A03, crosses over a single track of
Buffalo and Pittsburgh Railroad, Inc.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt an
order that approves revised right-of-way and property
description received April 29, 2002.
Vote 5-0
TSM-0083*
Vote 5-0
TSR-0015*
Vote 5-0
TSR-0016*
Vote 5-0
4
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
TSR-0017*
I-0002____
Investigation upon the COMMISSION’S OWN
MOTION into matters pertaining to the repair of
drainage facilities where the tracks of Norfolk Southern
Railway Company cross above S. R. 3035 (Mineral
Point Road, AAR 529 031 P) in Conemaugh Township,
Cambria County.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt an
order that institutes an investigation into the matters
involved herein and direct the parties to perform the
drainage work at their respective initial cost and expense.
Vote 5-0
5
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
OFFICE OF SPECIAL ASSISTANTS
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
OSA-0159*
C-00004623
JOHN AND THERESA MURRAY, et al. v.
PHILADELPHIA WATER COMPANY
On December 28, 2000, Complainants filed a Formal
Complaint against Respondent alleging that Respondent
failed to act in accordance with 66 Pa. C.S. §1501
during two water main breaks which occurred January 1,
1998, and January 5, 1999. An Initial Decision was
issued January 22, 2002, wherein the ALJ concluded
that Complainants failed to meet their burden of proof
and dismissed the Complaint. Complainants filed
Exceptions to the Initial Decision.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order, which denies the
Complainants’ Exceptions and adopts the ALJ’s Initial
Decision.
A-311139F7001
JOINT PETITION OF VERIZON NORTH INC.
AND CITIZENS TELECOM SOLUTIONS, LLC...
On May 6, 2002, Verizon North and Citizens filed a
Joint Petition for approval of the Adoption of an
Interconnection Agreement under Sections 251 and 252
of the Telecommunications Act of 1996.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order granting the Joint
Petition, thereby approving the Agreement, consistent
with the Opinion and Order.
F-00918904
VERA M. MOORE v. PHILADELPHIA GAS
WORKS
On July 25, 2001, the Complainant filed a Formal
Complaint against the Respondent alleging a billing
dispute for the period from December 7, 1996 to
May 26, 1997. On March 22, 2002, the Initial Decision
of ALJ Nguyen was issued recommending that the instant
Complaint be sustained in part. On April 8, 2002, the
Complainant filed Exceptions to the Initial Decision.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order which denies the
Complainant’s Exceptions and modifies the ALJ’s Initial
Decision.
Vote 5-0
OSA-0190*
Vote 5-0
OSA-0191*
Postponed by Vice Chairman Bloom until
the Public Meeting of July 18, 2002.
6
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
OFFICE OF SPECIAL ASSISTANTS
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
OSA-0194*
A-310870F7002
JOINT PETITION OF THE UNITED TELEPHONE COMPANY OF PENNSYLVANIA, d/b/a
SPRINT AND METROCALL, INC....
On May 16, 2002, Sprint and Metrocall filed a Joint
Petition seeking approval of a Master Interconnection
Agreement under Sections 252(a)(1) and (e) of the
Telecommunications Act of 1996.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order which grants the
Joint Petition, thereby approving the Agreement,
consistent with the Opinion and Order.
A-311171F7002
JOINT PETITION OF THE UNITED TELEPHONE COMPANY OF PENNSYLVANIA d/b/a
SPRINT AND WINSTAR OF PENNSYLVANIA,
LLC...
On May 16, 2002, Sprint and Winstar filed a Joint
Petition seeking approval of a Master Interconnection
Agreement under Sections 251 and 252 of the
Telecommunications Act of 1996.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order which grants the
Joint Petition.
A-310894F7000
JOINT PETITION OF VERIZON
PENNSYLVANIA, INC. AND SBC TELECOM,
INC....
On May 14, 2002, Verizon PA and SBCT filed a Joint
Petition for approval of an Interconnection Agreement
under Section 252(e) of the Telecommunications Act of
1996.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order granting the Joint
Petition, thereby approving the Agreement, consistent
with the Opinion and Order.
Vote 5-0
OSA-0195*
Vote 5-0
OSA-0198*
Vote 5-0
7
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
OFFICE OF SPECIAL ASSISTANTS
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
OSA-0199*
A-311159F7001
JOINT PETITION OF VERIZON NORTH
PENNSYLVANIA INC. AND BUDGET PHONE,
INC....
On May 8, 2002, Verizon North and Budget Phone filed
a Joint Petition for approval of an Interconnection and
Resale Agreement pursuant to Section 252 of the
Telecommunications Act of 1996.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order which grants the
Joint Petition consistent with the Opinion and Order.
A-311159F7000
JOINT PETITION OF VERIZON
PENNSYLVANIA INC. AND BUDGET PHONE,
INC....
On May 17, 2002, Verizon PA and Budget Phone filed a
Joint Petition for approval of an Interconnection
Agreement under Section 252(e) of the
Telecommunications Act of 1996.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order granting the Joint
Petition, thereby approving the Agreement, consistent
with the Opinion and Order.
A-311172F7000
JOINT PETITION OF VERIZON
PENNSYLVANIA INC. AND CORDIA
COMMUNICATIONS, CORP....
On May 20, 2002, Verizon PA and Cordia filed a Joint
Petition for approval of an Interconnection Agreement
under Sections 252(e) of the Telecommunications Act of
1996.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order which grants the
Joint Petition thereby approving the Interconnection
Agreement.
Vote 5-0
OSA-0201*
Vote 5-0
OSA-0202*
Vote 5-0
8
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
OFFICE OF SPECIAL ASSISTANTS
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
OSA-0203*
A-311171F7001
JOINT PETITION OF VERIZON NORTH INC.
AND WINSTAR COMMUNICATIONS, LLC...
On May 16, 2002, Verizon North and Winstar filed a
Joint Petition for approval of the Adoption of an
Interconnection Agreement under Sections 251 and 252
of the Telecommunications Act of 1996.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order granting the Joint
Petition, thereby approving the Agreement, consistent
with the Opinion and Order.
A-311171F7000
JOINT PETITION OF VERIZON
PENNSYLVANIA INC. AND WINSTAR
COMMUNICATIONS, LLC...
On May 16, 2002, Verizon PA and Winstar filed a Joint
Petition for approval of the Adoption of an
Interconnection Agreement under Section 251 and 252
of the Telecommunications Act of 1996.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order granting the Joint
Petition, thereby approving the Agreement, consistent
with the Opinion and Order.
Vote 5-0
OSA-0205*
Vote 5-0
9
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
OFFICE OF SPECIAL ASSISTANTS
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
OSA-0207*
A-00107959, et al
LADY LIBERTY TRANSPORTATION CO., INC.
Amended Emergency Petition to Reinstate Certificate of
Public Convenience, filed by Lady Liberty Transportation
Co., Inc. on June 11, 2002.
RECOMMENDATION that the Amended Emergency
Petition be denied, consistent with the proposed Opinion
and Order.
Motion by Chairman Thomas
Statement by Commissioner Wilson
Statement by Commissioner Fitzpatrick
Vote 4-1 with Commissioner Fitzpatrick
Dissenting.
OSA-0212
(PP from 6/27/02)
A-00107287
Motion by Chairman Thomas
Statement by Commissioner Fitzpatrick
Vote 4-1 with Commissioner Fitzpatrick
Dissenting.
OSA-0215*
Vote 5-0
C-00992270, et al.
PITTSTON AREA TAXICAB CO., INC.
Letter-Petition, filed April 17, 2002, stating that
Assessments had been paid, and requesting
Reinstatement of Operating Rights.
RECOMMENDATION that the Petitioner’s Request
for Reinstatement be granted, consistent with the
proposed Opinion and Order.
SUSAN BALLA, et al. v. REDSTONE WATER
COMPANY
This case involves sixteen consolidated Complaints that
were filed against Redstone alleging inadequate service.
By Opinion and Order entered February 9, 2001, the
Commission disposed of the Exceptions and directed
Redstone to perform an engineering feasibility study and
to submit a plan for implementation within twelve months
of the entry date of the Order. Redstone filed a Petition
for Review with the Commonwealth Court. The Court
granted Redstone’s request for a stay of the
Commission’s Order. The Court also granted
Redstone’s request for a limited remand.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Opinion and Order which modifies
the Commission’s Order entered on February 9, 2001,
and extends the completion date for the study and the
implementation plan.
10
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
BUREAU OF FIXED UTILITY SERVICES
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
FUS-0456 R*
P-00021963
Petition filed February 8, 2002, by DPITELECONNECT, LLC (“DPI” OR “COMPANY);
for Waiver of the Requirement to Provide Access to
Direct-Dial Long Distance Services.
RECOMMENDATION that the proposed draft
Order be adopted granting the Request for Waiver.
A-310072F0003
Application filed September 7, 2001 by VARTEC
TELECOM, INC., for approval to offer Reseller and
Facilities-Based Competitive Local Exchange Carrier
services to the Public in the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft order approving the Application.
M-00910297
MIFFLIN COUNTY’S 911 RENEWAL PLAN filed
April 24, 2002, by PEMA requesting that the
Commission review the costs associated with the
contribution rate of $1.50 per month and make
recommendation to PEMA within 90 days of the receipt
date.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Order approving the plan as filed.
A-310250F0003
A-310250F0004
Applications filed May 30, 2001, by
BENTLEYVILLE TELEPHONE COMPANY for
approval to offer, render, furnish or supply
telecommunication services as a Facilities-Based
Competitive Local Exchange Carrier and Competitive
Access Provider to the Public in the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Order approving the Applications.
Vote 5-0
FUS-0460*
Vote 5-0
FUS-0461*
Vote 5-0
FUS-0464*
Vote 5-0
11
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
BUREAU OF FIXED UTILITY SERVICES
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
FUS-0820*
A-210111;
A-210111F0002
Applications filed January 17, 2002 by ARTESIAN
WATER PENNSYLVANIA, INC., for approval to
offer, render, furnish or supply water service to the
public in a portion of New Garden Township, Chester
County. One letter of protest was filed, no hearings
were held.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed draft Order approving the Applications.
A-210013F0015
Application filed January 7, 2002, by UNITED
WATER PENNSYLVANIA, INC., for approval to
begin to offer, render, furnish or supply domestic water
service to the public in additional territory in Newberry
Township.
RECOMMENDATION that the draft Order be
approved.
A-230170F2000
Application filed May 2, 2002, by HICKORY
SEWER CORPORATION, for approval of (1) the
transfer of all sewage system assets of Hickory to Foster
Township and (2) the abandonment of service to the
public by Hickory in a portion of Foster Township,
Luzerne County.
RECOMMENDATION that the proposed draft
Order be adopted approving the Application.
A-230240F0015
Application filed February 21, 2002, by LITTLE
WASHINGTON WASTEWATER COMPANY
d/b/a SUBURBAN WASTEWATER COMPANY
for approval of 1) the transfer by sale of the wastewater
system assets of K. Hovnanian at Thornbury, Inc. to
Little Washington Wastewater Company, and 2) the
right of Little Washington Wastewater Company to
begin to offer, render, furnish or supply wastewater
service to the public in a portion of Thornbury
Township, Chester County.
RECOMMENDATION that the Application be
approved.
Vote 5-0
FUS-0850*
Vote 5-0
FUS-0851*
Vote 5-0
FUS-0858*
Vote 5-0
12
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
BUREAU OF FIXED UTILITY SERVICES
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
FUS-1368*
A-311179
Application filed March 19, 2002, by NATIONAL
DIRECTORY ASSISTANCE, LLC for approval to
offer, render, furnish, or supply telecommunication
services as a reseller of interexchange toll services to
business/ residential customers in the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed Order approving the Application.
A-311176
A-310313F2000
Application filed February 11, 2002, by LEGENT
COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION for
approval to offer, render, furnish or supply
telecommunications services as a reseller of
interexchange (IXC) toll services, and Application of
CEO TELECOMMUNICATIONS, INC. for
authority to abandon the provision of
telecommunications services.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed Order approving the Applications.
A-310200F0007
A-311350F0006
G-00020957
Joint Application and Affiliated Interest Agreement filed
April 2, 2002, by VERIZON PENNSYLVANIA
INC. and VERIZON NORTH INC. for the authority
to transfer assets and the ongoing coordination of certain
operations between the two companies.
RECOMMENDATION that the Joint Application
and Affiliated Interest Agreement be approved
consistent with the proposed Order.
S-00020904
Securities Certificate filed June 5, 2002, by
SOUTHERN UNION COMPANY for the issuance
of a senior term loan in a principal amount not to exceed
$350,000,000.
RECOMMENDATION that the Securities Certificate
be registered, consistent with the proposed Order.
Vote 5-0
FUS-1371*
Vote 5-0
FUS-1372*
Vote 5-0
FUS-1375*
Vote 5-0
13
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
BUREAU OF FIXED UTILITY SERVICES
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
FUS-1376*
A-311195
Application filed June 7, 2002, by TRALEE
TELEPHONE COMPANY, LLC for approval to
offer, render, furnish, or supply telecommunication
services as a reseller of interexchange toll services to
business and residential customers in the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed Order approving the Application.
A-311194
Application filed June 7, 2002, by RIDLEY
TELEPHONE COMPANY, LLC for approval to
offer, render, furnish, or supply telecommunication
services as a reseller of interexchange toll services to
business and residential customers in the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed Order approving the Application.
A-311196
Application filed June 11, 2002, by WHOLESALE
CARRIER SERVICES, INC. for approval to offer,
render, furnish, or supply telecommunication services as
a reseller of interexchange toll services to business and
residential customers in the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed Order approving the Application.
A-311185
Application filed April 12, 2002, by VDL, INC. d/b/a
GLOBAL TELECOM BROKERS, for approval to
offer, render, furnish, or supply telecommunications
services as a reseller of interexchange (IXC) toll
services.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed Order approving the Application.
Vote 5-0
FUS-1377*
Vote 5-0
FUS-1378*
Vote 5-0
FUS-1379*
Vote 5-0
14
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
BUREAU OF FIXED UTILITY SERVICES
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
FUS-1380*
A-311187
Application filed April 19, 2002, by NORTH BY
NORTHEASTCOM LLC, for approval to offer,
render, furnish, or supply telecommunications services as
a reseller of interexchange (IXC) toll services.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed Order approving the Application.
A-211890F5000
S-00020899
Application and Securities Certificate filed on March 29,
2002, by TRI-VALLEY WATER SUPPLY, INC for
approval of the transfer of control of the utility from the
majority owners to their son, and for the financing to
support the company’s stock buy-back that will effect
the transfer of control.
RECOMMENDATION that the consideration period
be extended until further order of the Commission,
consistent with the proposed Order.
Vote 5-0
FUS-1381*
Vote 5-0
15
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
LAW BUREAU
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
L-0050*
R-00994784
Petition of EQUITABLE GAS COMPANY for
Amendment of That Part of the Restructuring Order of
the Public Utility Commission concerning Universal
Service, Arrearage Forgiveness and Cost Recovery.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission grant the
Petition, in part, and approve the DROP for EAP and
other low-income residential customers.
Postponed by Commissioner Fitzpatrick
until the Public Meeting of July 18, 2002.
L-0054*
Vote 5-0
P-00021948
Emergency Petition of CHARLES CRAFA for
Declaratory Order for Waiver of Application of 66 Pa.
C.S. §2403.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission adopt
the proposed Order which affirmatively answers the
Petition.
16
PUC-246
*Denotes Order
OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
ALJ-0035*
A-00113414M0101,
P-657
PA PUC v. V.G. TAXI COMPANY, INC.
A complaint was filed November 1, 2001, alleging that
Respondent operated a vehicle with no insurance on file
with the Commission. Respondent filed a Letter-Answer
on October 6, 2001. A hearing was held
January 28, 2002.
COMMISSION REVIEW of ALJ Turner’s Initial
Decision sustaining the complaint and reducing
Respondent’s fine to $250.00.
R-00027133
R-00027133C0001
R-00027133C0002
PA PUC, et al. v. PHILADELPHIA GAS WORKS
On March 1, 2002, PGW submitted Supplement No. 19
to Tariff Gas – Pa. PUC No. 1 to become effective for
services rendered on or after September 1, 2002. The
filing was made pursuant to 66 Pa. C.S. §1307(f). On
April 30, 2002, PGW, OTS and OCA filed Joint Petition
for Settlement.
REVIEW of ALJ Turner’s Recommended Decision
adopting the Joint Petition for Settlement.
Vote 5-0
ALJ-0036*
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PUC-246
*Denotes Order
PENNSYLVANIA PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION
CARRY-IN AGENDA
JULY 11, 2002
BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY
BUREAU NO.
DOCKET NO.
NAME AND SUBJECT
TSM-0072 R*
R-0002____
COMMUNITY TRANSIT OF DELAWARE
COUNTY, Eddystone, Delaware County. Increase in
rates.
RECOMMENDATION that the Commission permit
Tariff Paratransit Pa. PUC No. 6, as filed by the Carrier
to become effective July 12, 2002.
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