IX. Comments on Proposed Decision

The draft decision of Commissioner Lynch in this matter was mailed to the parties on December 4, 2003, in accordance with Pub. Util. Code § 311(d) and Rule 77.1 of the Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments are due on December 11 and reply comments are due on December 15. Comments on any potential changes in the ratemaking treatment, any particular cost recovery mechanisms, or other related issues derived from approving a CPCN rather than a PPA are welcomed.