IV. Comments on Draft Decision

The draft decision of ALJ Thomas R. Pulsifer in this matter was mailed to the parties in accordance with Pub. Util. Code § 311(g)(1) and Rule 77.7 of the Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments were filed on May 1, 2006, and reply comments were filed on May 5, 2006. We have taken the comments into account, as appropriate, in finalizing this order.