9. Case Categorization and Need for Hearing

In Resolution ALJ 176-3038, dated May 4, 2000, the Commission preliminarily categorized this application as ratesetting and determined hearings might be necessary. We confirm the categorization. However, since no protests have been received and since this proceeding can be resolved on written record compiled to date, including the comments on the draft MND and the evidence from A.98-01-015 incorporated herein, a public hearing is unnecessary.