II. Background

The Commission implemented AB 1890 for PacifiCorp by Decision (D.) 97-12-093. In the first phase of this application, PacifiCorp asks for a determination that its transition period has ended, requests a one-cent per kWh interim increase, subject to refund with interest, applicable to all of its California ratepayers, and asks that its generation assets be valued at the net book value if a valuation is needed. In the second phase of the application, a general rate increase and related matters will be addressed.

In Resolution ALJ 176-3060 dated March 27, 2001, the Commission preliminarily categorized this application as ratesetting, and preliminarily determined that hearings were necessary. Hearings were held on August 22 and 23, 2001. Briefs were filed, and the matter was submitted.