II. Discussion

There is no opposition to Verizon's proposal to charge an interim rate of zero for its CentraNet switching features, subject to true-up in the same manner as the other interim rates adopted in D.03-03-033. Verizon currently charges for its CentraNet features on a flat-rate basis and it would be resource intensive to change to a minute-of-use rate simply for an interim rate. Verizon's petition for modification should be granted to allow it to charge an interim rate of zero for these CentraNet features.

We do not agree with the clarification sought by the TMC Parties that would potentially enlarge the list of features Verizon must offer. The Commission did not intend to require Verizon to modify its current CentraNet service offerings to match those offered in another state when it adopted interim rates based on Verizon New Jersey. It is understandable that Verizon's New Jersey and California service offerings may differ. Therefore, we find the clarification proposed by Verizon to Ordering Paragraph 3 acceptable and we will adopt it.