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Case 09-E-____; Case 09-G-____ (NYSEG)DIRECT TESTIMONY OF THE CAPITAL EXPENDITURES,RELIABILITY, AND OPERATIONS PANEL12345678910111213141516171819202122line clearance as proposed in our testimony above. The percentage of cycle trimmiles achieved each year would provide an additional electric reliability metricconsistent with the proposed direction of the program.GAS RATE PROCEEDINGQ. Mr. Eastman and Mr. Matthews, what is the purpose of this portion of the Panel'stestimony?A. The purpose of this portion of the Panel's testimony is to: (1) describe theNYSEG natural gas system; (2) discuss the historical and proposed Capitalexpenditure plans; and (3) discuss incremental O&M programs needed to meetcurrent work tasks and new regulatory requirements and their associated cost.NATURAL GAS SYSTEM STATUSQ. What is the current status of the system operations of NYSEG's natural gasbusiness?A. The NYSEG natural gas transmission and distribution system infrastructure is ingood condition. Systematic replacement programs targeting leak prone main andservice piping continues to result in fewer emergency leaks, leaks requiring repairand outstanding leaks each year. Emergency response times are improving anddamage prevention and quality assurance programs continue to improve.Q. Can you please provide a description of the NYSEG Natural Gas System?A. NYSEG operates and maintains 4,675 miles of transmission and distribution gasmain, 3,235 miles of gas service lateral piping and a natural gas salt storagefacility. NYSEG has 61 purchase stations, 22 heaters, 63 odorizers, 85 city gate67