VIII. Categorization and Need for Hearings

In Resolution ALJ 176-3059 dated March 15, 2001, the Commission preliminarily categorized A.01-03-006 as ratesetting, and preliminarily determined that hearings were not necessary. No protests have been received. There is no apparent reason why the application should not be granted. Given these developments, a public hearing is not necessary, and it is not necessary to disturb the preliminary determinations.