 This tram service was independent of the earlier system, although the two systems' tracks did cross each other, and used the same gauge and electrification system.The "Società luganese dei tramway elettrici" was taken over by the city of Lugano in 1918 and the name changed to "Tranvie elettriche comunali" (Municipal Electric Tramways).At its peak, in 1927, the following municipal routes were operated