There are two distinct functions of the PUC. The one Tom Gartin refers to is that of overseeing safety issues. This is independent and separate from the function of rate determination for customers. The OPUC does not at present have authority over the rates of EWEB or any COU. This is the issue referred to by Marc Shapiro. The comment here is irrelevant to the argument that EWEB rates should be under PUC control.

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