Public reacts to proposed rate hikes for DWP Customers

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The saga surrounding proposed rate hikes by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power came to an end this morning when city council passed the proposal in a narrow vote. The approved increases mean DWP customers will pay 6 percent more on their utility bills. City hall in downtown, Los Angeles was overflowing this morning to hear the council debate and vote on the controversial issue.