If a referendum is approved it would create a seven-member government study commission to analyze Wilkinsburg’s current government and make recommendations, which could include a new home rule charter. Supporters of a proposed merger with Pittsburgh say the commission's creation is meant to delay a potential annexation.
Pittsburgh city council voted down a similar proposal earlier this year after councilors said they did not have enough time or information to properly consider the proposal.
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