Categorization and Ex Parte Communications

This proceeding was preliminarily categorized as a ratesetting proceeding. There have been no objections to this categorization, and I concur with it. This represents the ruling on categorization under Rule 6(a)(3), and it may be appealed under Rule 6.4.

Ex parte communications in a ratesetting proceeding are permitted only if consistent with the restrictions described in Rule 7(c), and are subject to the reporting requirements set forth in Rule 7.1. The Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure can be obtained at www.cpuc.ca.gov.