980220.docx

February 20, 1998
Brian Hedman
DSM Policy Development Manager
PacifiCorp dba Utah Power & Light Company
825 NE Multnomah
Portland, OR 97232
RE:Case No. UPL-E-97-5
UP&L 1997 Electric Resource and Market Planning Program  (RAMPP-5)
Dear Mr. Hedman:
Please be advised that the Commission has completed its review of the Company’s 1997 Electric Resource and Market Planning Program (RAMPP-5) submitted in Case No. UPL-E-97-5 and has considered the filings of record including the comments of Commission Staff.  By this letter we accept the filing and acknowledge that it satisfies the Commission’s requirements as set forth in Order No. 22299, Case No. U-1500-165.  We appreciate the Company’s efforts and hope that the preparation of the document has proven to be of operational benefit.
Sincerely,

Dennis S. Hansen
President
                                                                                                                                          Ralph NelsonMarsha H. Smith
CommissionerCommissioner
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