6. Assignment of Proceeding

Michael R. Peevey is the assigned Commissioner and Douglas Long is the assigned ALJ in this proceeding.

Findings of Fact

1. There is a full and complete record composed of testimony, work papers, examination of witnesses, as well as full and complete opening and reply briefs.

2. An advanced metering infrastructure system would allow for more frequent meter reading.

3. An advanced metering infrastructure system may provide real-time operational information: water consumption, indications of water leaks, and other useful data.

4. An advanced metering infrastructure system does not necessarily contribute to a reduction in water consumption.

5. Alco has existing conservation programs that do not require an advanced metering infrastructure system.

6. DRA calculates an advanced metering infrastructure system would cost customers a negative net-present value of $4.7 million over the life of the project.

7. Alco calculates an annual net cost to ratepayers of $270,630.

Conclusions of Law

1. This decision reasonably relies on the entire record of the proceeding and accords weight based upon the evidence's relevance and the persuasiveness of the parties' arguments.

2. Alco has not justified an automated metering infrastructure pursuant to Pub. Util. Code ยง 454.

3. A.10-02-006 should be closed.

ORDER

IT IS ORDERED that:

1. Alisal Water Corporation, dba Alco Water Service has not met its burden to justify an advanced metering infrastructure system project at this time. The request for funding is denied.

2. Application 10-02-006 is closed.

This order is effective today.

Dated March 24, 2011, at San Francisco, California.

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