5. Comments on Draft Decision

The draft decision of the ALJ in this matter was mailed to the parties in accordance with Public Util. Code § 311(g)(1) and Rule 77.7 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments were filed on December 20 and 23, 2002, and late-filed reply comments, on January 7, 2003. We have reviewed the comments and taken them into account, as appropriate, in finalizing this order.