13. Comments on Proposed Decision

The proposed decision of the ALJ in this matter was mailed to the parties in accordance with Section 311 of the Public Utilities Code and comments were allowed under Rule 14.3 of the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments were filed on September 13, 2010, by CalWater, recommending minor revisions to the proposed decision. These revisions have been incorporated into today's decision, as well as a discussion finding that CEQA does not apply to this Application.