5. Contributions of Other Parties

Section 1801.3(f) requires an intervenor to avoid participation that duplicates that of similar interests otherwise adequately represented by another party, or participation unnecessary for a fair determination of the proceeding. Section 1802.5, however, allows an intervenor to be eligible for full compensation where its participation materially supplements, complements, or contributes to the presentation of another party if that participation makes a substantial contribution to the Commission order.

Reid participated in the proceeding in a manner that did not repeat the work of other parties. Reid represented customer interests that would otherwise be underrepresented in this proceeding. He and TURN were the only active parties that represented residential and small commercial customers, and DRA represented the interests of all customers. To avoid duplication with TURN and DRA, Reid conferred with these parties during this proceeding, as evidenced by Reid's timesheet. We also note that Reid was the only party who negotiated and entered into a settlement agreement with the applicants.