FYI:  I listened in on the analyst call.  Bryson made it very clear that, 
under the agreement, Edison would re-assume the procurement role on 12.31.02 
and would "administer" (i.e., takeover) the DWR contracts.  Seems pretty 
clear that the State is actively looking for a strategy to exit the 
procurement role.

Best,
Jeff



	James D Steffes
	04/12/2001 10:36 PM
		 
		 To: Christopher F Calger/PDX/ECT@ECT
		 cc: Jeff Dasovich/NA/Enron@Enron
		 Subject: SCE - Investment Banker Conference Call

Not sure if you had seen this information.  Looks like if the SCE deal is 
approved, SCE would assume CDWR contracts.   
Jim

---------------------- Forwarded by James D Steffes/NA/Enron on 04/12/2001 
10:35 PM ---------------------------


Robert Neustaedter@ENRON_DEVELOPMENT
04/10/2001 02:21 PM
To: Rob Bradley/Corp/Enron@ENRON, James D Steffes/NA/Enron@Enron, Richard 
Shapiro/NA/Enron@Enron, Tom Briggs/NA/Enron@Enron, skean@enron.com, Paul 
Kaufman/PDX/ECT@ECT, Jennifer Thome/NA/Enron@Enron, Robert 
Neustaedter/ENRON_DEVELOPMENT@ENRON_DEVELOPMENT, Robert Frank/NA/Enron@Enron, 
Harry Kingerski/NA/Enron@Enron, Sandra McCubbin/NA/Enron@Enron, Susan J 
Mara/NA/Enron@ENRON, Alan Comnes/PDX/ECT@ECT, Joe Hartsoe/Corp/Enron@ENRON, 
Sarah Novosel/Corp/Enron@ENRON, Donna Fulton/Corp/Enron@ENRON, Janel 
Guerrero/Corp/Enron@Enron, Karen Denne/Corp/Enron@ENRON
cc:  

Subject: SCE - Investment Banker Conference Call

SCE held a conference call this morning to discuss the  Memorandum of 
Understanding (MOU) related to the sale of its transmission assets with 
members of the investment community.  After a  brief description of major 
provisions of the MOU, questions were taken.  Following is a summary of that 
call.

Major Components of Plan (repeatedly referred to as the "Governor's Plan")

Maintains cost-of-service treatment for utility retained generation for 10 
years
Sale of transmission assets (or other assets) to CDWR
Dedication of the "Sunrise" generation project to cost-of-service based rates 
for 10 years ($2 mm penalty if not on-line by August)
Provision of easements and potential conveyances in fee of certain lands (at 
two hydro projects)
Provides for full recovery of $3.5 B utility net underrecovery as of 1/31/01
Commits SCE to spend $3 B in capital expenditures over 5 years
Dismissal of federal lawsuits by SCE
SCE will resume traditional utility procurement obligations by 1/1/03, 
assuming CDWR contracts and entering into new purchase contracts as necessary

It was stressed that the MOU was a comprehensive plan to be treated as an 
integrated package.  While the CPUC and members of the legislature were 
involved in various stages of the negotiation, the agreement is technically 
between SCE and CDWR.  Various regulatory and legislative approvals are 
necessary for implementation of the MOU.  SCE has rights to terminate the MOU 
if the CPUC  has not adopted specified "implementing decisions" within 60 
days.  Legislation necessary to implement certain provisions of the MOU must 
be passed by August 15.

For ratemaking purposes the CPUC will grant SCE a 11.6% ROE on its generation 
and distribution rate base.

Questions and Answers

What was expected timing of return to investment grade for SCE?
Up to the rating agencies.  Many steps to go through.  It is assumed agencies 
will be following closely but timing is uncertain.  Would have to be before 
utility resumes power procurement obligations.

Applicability of 11.6% ROE?
ROE would increase from current 7% ROE to level no less than 11.6% for both 
generation and distribution assets on unamortized balance at 12/31/00 and 
capital structure roughly at 50/50.

Potential for write-offs?
While plan calls for full recovery of net undercollections as of 1/31/01, 
because of timing issues SCE may take a write-off then have a "write-up" at a 
later date.

Interest in how/why/impact of inclusion of Mission Sunrise generation project 
(investor concern over market v. regulated returns)?
The state was looking at all options for long-term power contracts.  Market 
returns traded for security of long-term contract.

What will be source for $3 b capital investments over next 5 years?
Capital would come from retained earnings, borrowing and additional 
investments from holding company.

Concern over ability of existing rate level (and "waterfall" disbursement) to 
recover all costs especially if CDWR procurement costs increase?
 Existing rates should cover all costs.  Provisions in MOU allow adjustment 
to rates to maintain investment grade status.

What was gained from MOU as opposed to pursuit through the courts?
Speed and certainty with respect to resolution of outstanding issues. 

Will the sale be a taxable event?
Yes.

What is the URG unit cost?
$.042 per kwH.

In 2003 would SCE have ability to replace contracts of CDWR (when SCE resumes 
procurement role)?
SCE would have ability to enter into new contracts, but would not ignore 
obligations under CDWR contracts.  New contracts would be subject to PUC 
prudence review.  SCE would file procurement plan with the PUC.