V. Comments on Draft Decision

The draft decision of the ALJ in this matter was mailed to the parties in accordance with Public Utilities Code Section 311(g)(1) and Rule 77.7 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments were filed on June 9, 2003, and Reply Comments, on June 16, 2003. We have reviewed the comments and taken them into account as appropriate, in finalizing this order.