IV. Comments on the Proposed Decision

The proposed decision in this matter was mailed to the parties in accordance with Section 311(d) of the Public Utilities Code, and Rule 77.1 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments were filed on January 9, 2001, and reply comments were filed on January 16, 2001. All comments were considered. Corrections and modifications were made to the decision to correct errors and omissions, and to add clarity.

The alternate decision of Commissioner Lynch was mailed to the parties in accordance with Section 311(e) of the Public Utilities Codes and Rule 77.6 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments were filed on ________, and reply comments were filed on ____________.