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PAGE 6COMMUNITY MEDIA PROTECTION BILL
PAGE 10FALL CONFERENCE AND TRADE SHOW PREVIEWS
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FALL 2012 EDITION NEWS & IDEAS FROM MASSACCESS
WHAT SAY YOU? By Robert S. Kelly, Chairman
Note: The following issues are for discussion purposes only. None of what is listed below has been approved by the MassAccess membership and/or Board of Directors…
Since 21 States have adopted statewide franchising in the past few years we have seen nearly 200 Community Media Centers (or PEG Access TV Stations) in those states disappear. Massachusetts has always been the leader in protecting a person’s right to express their Freedom of Speech. Many of you have fought bravely in our Armed Services to see that this right, as well as others, were preserved for generations to come.
When asked about the effect NewTV has on its community, Congressmen Barney Frank had this to say:
"You get to talk about Newton issues and a focus on the locality that you're not going to get from network news or even large metropolitan newspapers." United States Congressman Barney Frank (2011) continued page 3
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Continued From Page 1 What Say You And this from Congressman Edward Markey about Community Media Centers in general:“In so many ways local cable represents the modern form of the Town Meeting which was invented in Massachusetts…" United States Congressman Edward Markey (2011)
So what do we do in Massachusetts? MassAccess is about to enter into discussions with state officials about how we can preserve community media. Rewriting the telecom regulations may be necessary. In order to do that we are attempting to think long-term while keeping ALL our membership needs in mind. continued on page 5
FALL 2012 EDITION NEWS & IDEAS FROM MASSACCESS
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We are a collection of municipal, non-profit and school managed centers. We count industry professionals and equipment vendors in our membership as well. We have formed professional partnerships with other organizations to gain respect and credibility for our indutry. Among them are the Mass Municipal Association (MMA), National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS/NE), Alliance for Community Media (ACM), American Community Television (ACT), Free Press and FreespeechTV to name a few.
Below is an attempt to identify some of the issues that need to be addressed with the state officials and possibly the FCC and Congress. A rewrite of the Telecom Act of 1996 may be necessary but our goal is to do what we can here in MA to protect our members interests.
Please review and send us comments via email at [email protected] and include the words “Telecom Rewrite” in the subject matter. Thank you for your cooperation and input.
COMMUNITY MEDIA PROTECTION BILL1. PURPOSE – A Legislative Bill geared toward preserving Community Media in
Massachusetts. The Bill additionally provides cities and towns with needed funding assistance and connectivity enhancements. It also will shorten the length of franchise agreements/renewals for “Video Services Providers” (VSP’s). (References - Section VI of the US Congress Cable Act of 1984 - 1996; MGL Ch. 166A, 207 CMR and relevant DTC rulings listed on mass.gov)
2. SCOPE
a. This Bill shall redefine “cable revenues” by inserting language to include cable and internet television as “Video Services”
b. Community Media Centers will be guaranteed 5% of the annual gross revenues from the newly defined video services associated with each of the providers doing business in their city/town
c. The city/town will receive 1% of the annual gross revenues from the newly defined video services associated with each of the providers doing business in their city/town
d. MassAccess and unnamed partners will co-sponsor the introduction of the Bill
e. Cable Television providers aiming to secure timely franchise agreements (renewals) have proposed three versions (see S1687) of a watered down statewide franchising Bill that has not made its way out of committee in 2007, 2009 and 2011. They seek a shorter window to secure a franchise agreement with a municipality. Their proposal is for 45 days. MassAccess proposes a 6-month window to sign a license/renewal with a municipality.
f. Remove $.50 per subscriber annual payment to city/town
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FALL 2012 EDITION NEWS & IDEAS FROM MASSACCESS
Continued From Page 1
What Say You
f. Remove $.50 per subscriber annual payment to city/town
g. Increase $.80 per subscriber annual payment to State to $1.50 per year
h. Remove Capital Equipment grant distribution from contract
3. TERMS
4.a. Definition of “Video Services”:
(1) All video services provided to the consumer having to do with cable television and internet (IP) video products via fiber and/or coaxial lines and Wifi nodes that are installed above or below public roadways within each community
(2) Can be part of a “bundling” package
(3) Gross Annual Revenues (GAR’s) will include cable and internet related fees
(4) A guarantee of 6% of GAR’s is non-negotiable but the Issuing Authority within each municipality may negotiate “connectivity” matters, senior discounts, customer service issues and other matters in its purview
b. Revenue Distribution(5) Guarantee of 5% of “Video Services” GAR’s for Community Media Center (CMC)(formerly described as PEG Access) operating and capital use distributed quarterly directly to the CMC
(6) Guarantee of 1% to Municipality – no restriction on use – distributed quarterly directly to the municipality
5% is “pass through” to the consumer, 1% to Municipality is not(7) In the event that a municipality manages the Government Channel, not more than 1.25% of the Video Services GAR’s can be directed to the operation of said channel
(8) In the event that a municipality/school department/college manages the Educational Channel, not more than 1.25% of the Video Services GAR’s can be directed to the operation of said channel
(5) In the event that a municipality/school department/college manages the entire CMC or PEG operation, all of the 5% of Video Services GAR’s can be directed to the operation of said center
FALL 2012 EDITION NEWS & IDEAS FROM MASSACCESS
Community Media Protection Bill (cont.)
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c. Connectivity(9) Video Services Provider (VSP) will connect all municipal buildings including schools, police and fire stations, libraries and Community Media Center facilities with Video Services fiber lines for IT/Data, video transmission and telephony use replacing outdated I-Net lines upon renewal
(10) The largest broadband “pipe” shall be made available to the municipality and CMC for their use
(11) A Residential Feed shall be provided to the CMC for signal monitoring purposes
(12) All connections shall be free to the municipality and CMC – some installation fees may be associated where applicable
(13) Any “Hub” located within a municipal building or CMC will be owned by the municipality. Access to the “Hub” will be made available to the VSP and CMC for signal monitoring purposes at no charge
d. Programming
(14) VSP will provide and dedicate three basic tier analog and three digital tier channels for the purpose of Public, Educational and Governmental programming
(15) VSP will provide HD capabilities for the three digital tier channels as it does for other broadcast channels
(16) VSP will provide a fourth digital tier channel to the CMC for its use without restrictions – only upon written request – agreed to by the Issuing Authority and VSP (some communities may have more channels assigned and will not forfeit channel use or upgrade capabilities).
(17) VSP shall provide Video On Demand capabilities to viewers comprised of a minimum of 25 hours of video selected by the CMC under the heading of “Local Programming”
(18) VSP will provide inclusion on their Channel Guide listing to the CMC – a fee may be charged for this service if a third party vendor is used
(19) Live Streaming of Video and Video On Demand services offered by the CMC and/or municipality will be supported and encouraged by the VSP
(20) Each VSP will be required to upgrade their “Head-end” standard definition/analog equipment to HD/digital equipment during the course of their ten year agreement
e. Other(21) CMC shall be allowed to seek “Alternative Revenue” streams by fundraising, underwriting, production services, equipment and facility rental, website banner ads and other means allowed under law
(22) All purchased equipment and accrued assets will be owned and maintained by the CMC until it ceases to exist or is no longer fit to provide the necessary services to the community it represents. At that point all equipment and assets will revert to the municipality.
(23) The CMC will provide an Annual Report to the municipality in writing within 90 days upon completion of its fiscal year. The Annual Report will include board meeting minutes, financial reports, membership statistics including equipment and facility use metadata, capital purchases and approved budgets.
(24) CMC services are exempt under MA Chapter 30B public bid laws
(25) CMC board meetings do not fall under MA public meeting laws
Please review and send us comments via email at [email protected] and include the words “Telecom Rewrite” in the subject matter. Thank you for your cooperation and input.
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Fall is Conference and Trade Show Season!!Here’s a complete listing of all of the amazing Conferences and Trade Shows within an hours drive of most of you.September 25th 11AM-7PMAccess A/V Annual Trade Show at the Radisson Nashua Hotel in Nashua, NH.Kevin, Robert and Donna will be welcoming all with dozens of manufacturers and hundreds of products to show off with the latest equipment in New Hampshire’s largest trade show of its type! Admission is free and includes lunch! Massaccess Board members will host a Meet N’ Greet at the start of the day thanks to our friends at Access A/V. Tip: If you are coming up from Western or Central Mass. plan to leave early and stop at Parker’s Maple Barn for breakfast. Just 20 minutes from Nashua, the stuffed French Toast is worth the side trip! It’s an annual ritual for SMC staff.
October 5th 9AM-4PMMassAccess Fall Mini-Conference at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, MAWhat can we say, spend a day in the crisp autumn weather at the home of your favorite New England sports team! Enjoy a premier continental breakfast and lunch buffet courtesy of our food sponsor, LiveU. Take a tour of the stadium after the conference sessions on (what else) Sports Coverage and PEG Access, Converting to HD, and Beyond Our Channels covering “over the top” viewers. There will be equipment vendors in a mini-trade show as well. To register and for more information go to: massaccess.org, and try out the new PayPal system. Special thanks to our major sponsor, Telvue, “Powering IP Broadcast.”
October 16th 9AM-5PMNew England Broadcast and Cable Expo at the Rhode Island Convention Center, Providence, RIThe 4th annual New England Broadcast and Cable Expo is sure to be a hit with Jan, Pam and Dave providing one of the premier New England Trade shows in one of New England’s premier cities. The show coincides with the 15th annual Media Educators of America (formerly Video Educators of New England) fall conference. These events offer the region’s best opportunity to learn, network and see firsthand emerging trends and technology. MassAccess will once again have a booth courtesy of JaDa Events!
October 31st thru November 2ndAnnual Conference of the Northeast Region of the Alliance for Community Media at the Radisson Hotel Plymouth Harbor, Plymouth, MAThis is another fabulous setting for a conference that will provide a great opportunity to connect with your peers, learn something new and get energized about community media. You can expect great things from the opening cocktail reception on Halloween night, to the full days of workshops, a trade show and a special guest for the keynote luncheon on Friday. To register and get more information go to: acm-ne.org.
With all of the above options we all have plenty of opportunities for connecting, learning and sharing to last through the winter.
FALL 2012 EDITION NEWS & IDEAS FROM MASSACCESS
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ACM NORTHEAST REGION NEWSBy Keith Thibault
The results of our ACMNE board election are complete. Returning to the board for two-year terms are Nancy Richard (Plymouth,MA, Karen Hayden (Methuen, MA), and Barbara Chisholm (Ashland, MA). Our newest member is Camille Bartlett from Peabody,MA. Camille will be seated when the board meets at the end of September. Registration is now open to attend the ACM Northeast Region (ACMNE) Conference and Trade Show. The conference takes place November 1st and 2nd at the Radisson Plymouth Harbor Hotel in Plymouth, MA. Festivities kick-off on October 31st with a welcome reception and cash bar from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. November 1st will feature a full-day trade show in the hotel’s ballroom with many of the vendors conducting special demonstrations Following breakfast on Friday, November 2nd, a series of four workshops in four tracks will get underway.
Our Keynote Lunch will take place at 12:30p.m. featuring a talk by Massachusetts Senate President Therese Murray.
Check out http://acm-ne.org for more information.
FALL 2012 EDITION NEWS & IDEAS FROM MASSACCESS
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