7. Comments on the Proposed Decision

The proposed decision of the assigned ALJ in this matter was mailed to the parties in accordance with Section 311 of the Public Utilities Code and Rule 14.3 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments were filed on October 26, 2008, and reply comments were filed on November 3, 2008. We have reviewed the comments and taken them into account as appropriate in finalizing this order.