7. 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 by CalWater and joint comments were filed by DRA, Young and Pareas on February 28, 2008. Reply comments were filed by DRA and CalWater on March 4, 2008. Some corrections and clarifications have been incorporated throughout the proposed decision in response to the comments. Specifically, discussion has been added to address the waiting list, DRA's request to impose a fine, redundancy and reliable supply issues, memorandum account request, the remedial measures, and Young's motion for final oral argument. Findings of facts, conclusions of law and ordering paragraphs have also been added.