According to this news alert from CAN TV, last week Alderman
John Pope of the 10th ward took the lead in securing the support of
46 Alderman for a letter to Comcast, telling it that they will oppose any
franchise renewal that does not meet CAN TV’s needs. The letter also pressed
Comcast to expediently finalize the negotiations and provide public benefits
that “meet or exceed” the terms of RCN’s franchise renewal, passed by the City
Council in 2012.
A full text of the letter has been provided by CAN TV and
can be found here.
Needless to say, this is VERY good news! We are glad to know
that so many Aldermen have recognized the value of CAN TV and stand behind this
important community institution.
CMA members will be watching this process closely over the
next month or two in anticipation of it being brought to a positive conclusion
that serves the public interest.
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