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Terry Kelliher reviews the Boston Conference Review introducing New Platform with Peter Mingils on Kell News Radio
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Terry Kelliher soft launched the new platform with a booth and his attendance at a Conference in Boston for PEG Channels. Terry Kelliher hosts a Radio Show to summarize his Public Access Media Project on this Kell News Show with Peter Mingils.
On this episode, Terry Kelliher and Peter Mingils discuss the The Kell News Project being introduced at a conference for PEG Channels in Boston Massachusetts.
Understanding PEG Channels and the Impact of Government Funding
Public, Educational, and Governmental (PEG) channels are specialized television channels operated by local governments, schools, or non-profit organizations to provide community-focused content. These channels serve as platforms for public access, educational programming, and government transparency, broadcasting everything from city council meetings to local events, school board discussions, and citizen-produced shows. PEG channels are typically mandated by the Cable Communications Policy Act of 1984, which allows local governments to require cable operators to set aside channels and resources for community use as part of franchise agreements.
PEG channels are funded primarily through franchise fees paid by cable companies to local governments, often a percentage (up to 5%) of the cable operator's gross revenue. Some PEG operations also receive direct government funding, grants, or donations, though the reliance on franchise fees is significant. These funds support equipment, facilities, staff, and training for community members to create content, ensuring accessibility and diversity in programming that commercial media often overlooks.
However, government funding decisions profoundly impact PEG channels. Budget cuts or reallocation of franchise fees can reduce resources, limiting operational capacity, equipment upgrades, or staff hiring. For instance, when municipalities face financial constraints, PEG funding is sometimes diverted to other priorities, leading to reduced programming quality or channel closures. Conversely, increased government support can enhance PEG channels' ability to modernize technology, expand digital platforms, or offer more community training programs, amplifying their reach and impact.
The decline in cable subscriptions due to cord-cutting has also strained franchise fee revenue, putting pressure on PEG sustainability. Without stable funding, these channels risk losing their role as vital community resources. Ensuring consistent government support is crucial to preserving PEG channels as democratic platforms for local voices, education, and civic engagement.
We also talk about the launches of Vlog.news, Blog.News and the first channel.
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