8. Categorization and Need for Hearings

In Resolution ALJ 176-3237, dated July 9, 2009, the Commission preliminarily categorized this proceeding as ratesetting and preliminarily determined that hearings were not necessary. No protests have been received. As such, a public hearing is not necessary, and it is not necessary to disturb the preliminary determinations.

8.1. Conclusion

We grant the application for expansion of Applicant's existing CPCN (U7110C) to include full facilities-based authority and for CEQA review of proposed construction, which Applicant believes is potentially exempt from CEQA, by the Commission's ED under the expedited procedure set forth herein.