3. Discussion

As demonstrated by the procedural history set forth above, a proposed decision on the adjudicatory portion of this proceeding can be considered by the Commission as early as the March 22, 2012 Commission meeting. In the event the Commission does not act on this matter at the March 22 meeting and further deliberation is required, the adjudicatory portion of the proceeding may not conclude by March 24, 2012. Because of these circumstances, it is appropriate to extend the deadline in this case to September 24, 2012.