6. Extension of the Six-Month Statutory Deadline

On December 16, 2009, the Commission held an en banc hearing in order to obtain further public comment on the issue of arrearages raised in the petition. On January 5, 2010, the Commission held workshops on the subject. On February 4, 2010, the Commission adopted R.10-02-005 as described above. As a result, the Commission extended the six-month deadline for the purpose of public review and comment pursuant to Pub. Util. Code Section 1708.5(b)(2).