7. Comments on Alternate Proposed Decision

The alternate proposed decision of Commissioner Simon in this matter was mailed to the parties in accordance with Section 311 of the Public Utilities Code and comments were allowed under Rule 14.3 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments were filed on December 8, 2008, and reply comments were filed on December 15, 2008 by PG&E, SCE, SDG&E, IEP, and DRA.