1. CTN Ann Arbor Established in One of the oldest Public, Education & Government (PEG) stations in USA

2. Core services Operate / program cable channels
Public media production facilities
free television production workshops
Promotion of NPO services and events
Video On Demand / Archive Library
City Meeting & Event Coverage
Local election coverage
Core services

3. CTN is funded via cable franchise fees- compensation paid to the local franchising agency (the City of Ann Arbor) for use of rights of way (sidewalks) which is used in the deployment of the cable system(Franchise fees are capped at 5% by Federal law
however, the Federal law also allows for additional fees that can be used for Public, Educational and Government (PEG) channels.
In the City of Ann Arbor, the PEG fee paid by cable operators is 2%
Currently, AT&T and Comcast have 10-year state franchise agreements to offer cable service in Ann Arbor.   
Currently CTN does not receive City of Ann Arbor general fund revenue.
FUNDING

4. bill

5. Our Channels Comcast: Channel 16 – city/ county Meetings
Channel 17 - Public Access
Channel 18 - Educational
Channel 19 – Community
AT&T Channel 99
Our Channels

6. Our Staff 9 Full time staff 4-6 temporary part time staff
Part of the communication department
Seasonal internship program
Our Staff

7. CTN staff covers 17 meetings totaling 200+meetings per year.
View Via Live stream, video on demand, and YouTube channel
Cover special meetings such as Police Task Force, Solid Waste Advisory, In addition - Playback Washtenaw board of commissioners, DDA, Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority
Board of Education meetings and PTO Council Speakers Series
Meeting Coverage

8. A2 Shield- Interview Talk show hosted by Ann Arbor Police
A2 Inclusive- Topics relevant to the Commission on Disability Issues
Access Ann arbor minute talk show where Ann Arbor residents and non-profits can voice an opinion or promote an event
Adventures in Parenthood -Exploring the World of Parenting
Conversations- Interviews with local Representatives
CTN Sports- Coverage of High School sporting events
Experience CTN- CTN’s Testimonial Show
FYI- Weekly News Magazine
Green Room- Environmental topics with Washtenaw County
Happy Tails- Pet adoption show featuring local rescue centers
Senior Moments- News & Info from A2 Senior Center
Soapbox - Speak Out, Create, and Communicate
Ward Talk- Interviews with Ward Members
CTN Produced Shows

9. Special Events, programs & partnerships
Santa Live Call in Show
Candidates Comment
LWV Live Election Coverage
Let’s Watch w/the Ann arbor Film Fest
AAPS high School graduations
Art Fair Coverage
Rec & Ed Media Camps
Special Events, programs & partnerships

10. Our Facility two studios
The Main Studio: Takes A team to Run people
Three HD cameras, 24 ch. audio mixer, graphics software & More.
The Hotline Studio: single Person production studio
Two remote operated HD cameras, mics, computer, live call-in capability & More
Production Equipment
HD JVC camcorders, Go Pros, DSLRs, tripods, lights, microphones, laptop, audio mixers & More.
Editing
Final Cut Pro X & AVID software.
Our Facility

11. Workshops MUST ATTEND A CTN WORKSHOP to use gear/studios
WORKSHOPS INCLUDE:  
Remote: basics of remote producing & recording
Studio: basics of studio producing, plus camera operation, audio, lighting, floor managing, character graphics, & directing.
Hotline Studio: basics of Hotline Studio producing with self-operated cameras & more.
Editing: basics of editing concepts & techniques.
Workshops

12. Residency Requirements
annual proof of residency is required For Residents & Non-Profit Organizations (NPO) to utilize CTN services
RESIDENCY Verification CARD
If volunteering on an NPO’s behalf: a letter of documentation is needed
Residency Requirements

13. ANY resident can submit a show for playback on CTN Channel 17
CTN does not censor, Pre-screen or gate keep any content on Ch. 17
A Residency Verification & Application for Presentation must be on filed before playback begins
For programming questions or concerns
Submit Your Videos Ch.17

14. Electronic Bulletin Board (EBB)
for public service announcements (PSA)
promote local events and services
PSA must be for non-profit purposes
Staff may edit announcements to fit the limited space on the screen
Electronic Bulletin Board
(EBB)

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