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COMMISSION AGENDA
ITEM C
egular
Consent
formational X
November 10. 1997
Meeting
MGR~~DEPT_
Authorization
REQUEST: City Manager requesting the Commission to review CALNO
information regarding the proposed Government Public Education
Cable Television Program, and to determine appropriate action.
PURPOSE: The purpose of this agenda item is to provide information on the proposed
Government Public Education Television Program, and for the
Commission to determine what action, if any, it determines appropriate
relative to support for the program.
CONSIDERA TIONS:
This item is needed for the Commission to decide how it desires to
address the program.
On October 27, 1997, Commissioner Gennell requested the Commission
to establish a workshop date to discuss the proposed Government Public
Education Cable Television Program.
The Commission directed the Commission be provided information for
review from which it could determine if it desired to hold a public
hearing, or to agenda the item for action.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Commission has the following alternatives:
1. Review the information and take no action.
2. Review the information and establish a workshop date.
3. Review the item and request the item be agended for a future meeting
for action.
4. Review the item and take action upon it at this Commission Meeting
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FUNDING: The amount requested to fund the program will be the total estimate
asked divided by the number of participating entities.
There are as many as 10 pos'sible participants.
The total estimated cost is as follows:
One Time Cost
Annual Cost
Total First Year Cost
$ 73,402
$ 97.710
$ 171,112
Therefore, if all 10 entities participate the cost would be as follows:
Estimated one time cost
Annual cost
Total First Year Cost
$ 7,340
$ 9.771
$17,111
RECOMMENDA TIONS:
Commission decide which alternative it desires.
1. Review the information and take no action.
2. Review the information and establish a workshop date.
3. Review the item and request the item be agended for a future meeting
for action.
4. Review the item and take action upon it at this Commission meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. CALNO Report
2. A Seminole County Government Cable Television Channel
3. Proposed Inter-Local Agreement
COMMISSION ACTION:
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CALNO TASK ~C5~b~g"REPORT
October 1, 1997
GOVERNMENT\PUBLlC EDUCATION CABLE TELEVISION PROGRAMMING
The Task Force met five times between July 2, 1997 and September 11, 1997.
The minutes of those meetings are attached.
The Task Force addressed legal, financial and practical issues, sometimes at
great length during those meetings.
Although three of the cities now have alternative methods of televising
information to their citizens, all cities will eventually be handled by Time Warner
Communications. Presently, only three or four cities have expressed a desire to
participate in this programming. It is expected that at some time in the future
they may find it more practical to join in this effort.
Seminole County, the School Board and Seminole Community College are very
interested in participating.
With this in mind, it was decided to establish, by interlocal agreement, a council,
composed of one representative from each participating entity. This council will
then be responsible for developing the budget, programming schedule and
method of delivery. Allotment of time and cost will also be addressed by this
council.
Since the schools and the county will have differing amounts of subject matter
for distribution, than individual cities, an equitable fair share needs to be
assessed.
Attorney Steve Coover volunteered to draft the inter/ocal agreement.
Attached you will find the proposed interlocal aqreement.
Once those entities who are interested in participating in this effort have all
approved the final agreement, then I suggest they request that the County
provide a meeting place and clerical support to get the program started.
Once the council is formed, the meetings of that council could be rotated among
the members the same way CALNO is now.
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THE TASK FORCE IS RECOMMENDING THAT THE CABLE SERVICE BE
NAMED "SEMINOLE TV", AND THAT THE MID.LEVEL OF SERVICE
(j73,402) BE ADOPTED AS THE INITIAL CAPITAL EXPENSE.
THE ANNUAL OPERATING EXPENSE AS ESTIMATED UNDER THE
ATTACHED PROPOSAL WOULD BE $97,710.
THERE MAY BE SOME LATER MODIFICATION OF THESE FIGURES IF THE
COUNTY COMMISSION AND TWC AGREE ON SOME FURTHER
CONTRIBUTIONS, BASED ON THE COUNTY'S FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
WITH TWC.
PLEASE REVIEW THIS AGREEMENT AND SUBMIT IT TO YOUR BOARD
FOR APPROVAL. THAT WILL TAKE THIS BEYOND CALNO IT WILL
ACCOMPLISH THE FIRST IMPORTANT STEP IN PROVIDING GOVERNMENT
AND PUBLIC EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION PROGRAMMING TO THE
CITIZENS OF SEMINOLE COUNTY. TASK FORCE MEMBERS WILL BE
HAPPY TO PRESENT THIS TO YOUR BOARD IF YOU PREFER.
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A SEMINOLE COUNTY GOVERNMENT CABLE
TELEVISION CHANNEL
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UTILIZING THE TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT,
PROGRAMMING AND PRODUCTION SKILLS OF
PUBUC TELEVISION FOR SEMINOLE COUNTY AND CENTRAL FLORIDA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM PAGE
Executive Summary .................. ............ 2-5
Notional Cable Schedule ... ...... ...... ............... 6
Annual Operating Expenses ... ... ... ... .., ... ... ... ... ... 7
One Time Capital Start Up Expenses ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 8-10
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A SEMINOLE COUNTY GOVERNMENT
CABLE TELEVISION CHANNEL CONSORTIUM
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
WMFE
A. Overview:
1. Public television station WMFE-lV/Channel 24, in Orlando, p~oposes to
assist In the creation of a Seminole County government cable television channel
consortium. Such a consortium, developed jointly with cable operators, county and city
franchisers, and Channel 24 will serve county government, schools and municipalities in
Seminole County, Florida.
2. The consortia, under the proposed third party facilitation of Channel 24, could
provide cable programming and management on the government channel variously utilized
by county and city governments in 'the area. Such programming would be used by
government authorities to more effectively extend their public service message to
constituents. The consortium would capitalize on the existing expertise and program
collaboration relationship many of these agencies now have with Channel 24. ,
3. While the concept of a government channel is not necessarily new, the
diverse programming and third party cable management of Channel 24 creates a unique
and cost effective collaboration opportunity for such a county government channel.
B. Assumptions:
4. The proposed government cable channel consortium assumes several
factors yet to be agreed upon.
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5. The proposal assumes an interest on the part of Seminole County
government, schools and municipalities to embrace the issue. It assumes those cable
operators and franchisers will recognize the benefits inherent in Channel 24's third party
character as an objective, impartial facilitator between users that will capitalize upon
Channel 24's established working relationship with many of the cable franchisers.
6. The financial model of the proposal also assumes a willingness among the
users to proportionately fund portions of the Channel 24 cable management structure.
Such a fee must be less than what an individual government might independently fund to
create and staff their own stand-alone system. The fee, when aggregated with other
government funding, would provide a critical mass of support capable of cost effectively
producing, managing, and coordinating the cable program schedules among the
government participants.
C. ProQramminQ:
7. Channel 24 would prqpose to coordinate and/or produce, acquire and
distribute over the government channel commercial-free programming specifically for
constituents of the consortium in Seminole County. Such programming would be in
accordance with government and cable programming regulations and other agreed upon
parameters.
8. Described below is cable programming that includes public interest areas,
camera-of-record- coverage of public meetings, and new initiatives that might be created
more cost effectively within a consortium than as a stand-alone expense one government
must absorb.
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. Proposed government channel cable programming
Postin qs: Computer generated "menu boards" containing text listings of meeting
schedules and agendas, official minutes, rosters of elected officials and key staff, phone
numbers, and location maps.
Proqrams: Formal programs featuring topics selected by each entity, including
programs produced by that entity or by Channel 24 or available from others.
Public Meetinqs: Live or tape-delayed (full length or edited) camera-of-record
coverage of meetings selected by each entity. Meetings could include not only the formal
governing body, but also committees, advisory boards, or the like.
9. Utilizing the existing facility and infrastructure capacity of WMFE, Channel 24
would coordinate the production or acquisition of new consortium driven program initiatives.
This would be more cost effective than the funding, equipment acquisition and
maintenance of that which each government authority would ordinarily have to do
individually.
10. Additionally, Channel 24 would draw upon its existing program collaboration
relationships with major Central Florida institutions to add to or expand the thoughtful
programming those entities might bring to the consortia. These organizations include:
City of Orlando
Orange County Government
Seminole County Government
Orlando Utilities Commission
Greater Orlando Aviation Authority
Osceola County Government
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Orange County Public Schools
Seminole County Public Schools
Orlando/Orange County Expressway Authority
Osceola County Public Schools
Canaveral Port Authority
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D. Consortium ManaQement:
11. Channel 24 proposes to position itself as the third party candidate under
which such a consortium would objectively be managed and maintained. Any combination
of consortium governing boards could be established for the appropriate control, oversight
and accountability.
12. With a modest short-term addition to WMFE's technical facilities, Channel
241s control room would become interconnected .via fiber optic cable (some fiber already
now is in place) to Time Warner Cable head-end facilities, creating an insertion point
directly into Seminole County
E. The Channel 24 Advantaqe:
13. Channel 24 as an institution is the most logical third party candidate to
manage and coordinate the consortiur:n., Channel 24 currently has established an effective
relationship with many Central Florida government authorities working collaboratively to
produce and broadcast programming for constituents. Channel 24 is already proficient as
program producers and distributors. Channel 24 services the same region that such a
consortium might serve. Channel 24 has a physical and technical plant capable of
expanding to accommodate such a consortium in a manner which government authorities
or cable operators individually cannot cost effectively accommodate.
14. Finally, Channel 24 possesses the integrity, credibility and non-political, non-
commercial stature representing neither private interests nor governmental characteristics.
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NOTIONAL
'GOVERNMENT CABLE CHANNEL SCHEDULE
(fed closed circuit from public television station WMFE-TV/Channel 24 to TWC)
Each participating Institution Is described as an entitv # to facilitate communication
Potential entitles-Altamonte Springs, Casselberry, Lake Mary, Longwood, Oviedo, Sanford, Seminole
County Government, Seminole County Schools, & Winter Springs
LENGTH..
15 min Increments
CONTENT
00 to 15
15 to 30
30 to 45
45 to 1:00
1:00 to 1:15
1:15 to 1:30
1 :30 to 1 :45
1 :45 to 2:00
2:00 to 2:15
2:15 to 2:30
2:30 to 2:45
2:45 to 3:00
3:00 to 3:15
3:15 to 3:30
3:30 to 3:45
3:45 to 4:00
4:00 to 4:15
4:15 to 4:30
4:30 to 4:45
4:45 to 5:00
5:00 to 5:15
5:15 to 5:30
5:30 to 5:45
5:45 to 6:00
6:00 to 6:15
6:15 to 6:30
6:30 to 6:45
6:45 to 7:00
7:00 to 7:15
7:15 to 7:30
7:30 to 7:45
7:45 to 8:00
8:00 to 8:15
8:15 to 8:30
8:30 to 8:45
8:45 to 9:00
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Every
Monda
Every
Tuesday
16 & 3
Wednesday
Programs
Entity 1
Meetings
Entity 1
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SEMINOLE GOVERNMENT CABLE CHANNEL
ANNUAL OPERATING EXPENSES
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
EXPENSE
1. Project Manager.
$ 43,050
Full-time management staff member. Principal daily liaison with government entities, facilitates
consortium meetings, develops schedule from consortium input, manages budget, promotes service to viewers
and media, prOduces on air graphic "'ook", supervises the packaging of the daily schedule, programs automation
system. Includes benefits
2. Cable master control operator.
$ 32,300
Full-time operator of technical equipment used to deliver program service to cable headend,
loads video tape machines, creates daily program package as required, perfonns minor maintenance. Includes.
benefits
A. SUBTOTAL - CABLE STAFF:
$ 75,350
3. Overtime: $ 4,550
Principally for vacation, sick leave, or freelance startup labor
4. Local Travel:
Mileage and tolls
$ 3,380
5. Training:
Equipment - computers, vid~o
$ 2,600
6.
Telephone
Voice' (line & cellular), fax, response lines
$ 2,470
7.
Maintenance/Repairs:
Service contracts (greater with High-cost option)
$ 2,860
8.
Supplies:
Paper, postage, disks', office, tape
$ 2,600
9.
One-time office start up:
Desk, chair, computer, printer
$ 3,900
B. SUBTOTAL DEPARTMENT EXPENSES:
$ 22,360
$ 91,110
C. GRAND TOTAL ANNUAL OPERATING EXPENSES:
(Annual operating expenses equals $10,857 assessment fee paid by each of 9 participating
members of the Seminole cable consortium, if all assessments were on an equal basis)
D. INKIND EXPENSES (from WMFE):
Physical plant square footage (inClUding power)
Ancillary equipment use (copiers, test/maintenance)
Engineering oversight & staff:
Administration & accounting:
($ 4,960)
($ 1,900)
($ 12,000)
($ 10,800)
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ONE TIME CAPITAL STARTUP EXPENSES
LOW COST FIBER DELIVERY SYSTEM -- $ 38,080
This package provides for the fiber-optic delivery, from WMFE-TV/Channel 24's master
control room, of a fully packaged and scheduled government television cable channel to the
Time Warner cable headend in Winter Park. Time Warner will sUbsequently deliver the
package to its system/s in Seminole County. The system will meet technical specifications
specified by Time Warner
The system is intended to be operational Monday through Friday for approximately ten
hours per day,: initially in 4 hour repeatable segments each day.
The controller automatically operates S-VHS videotape machines and texUgraphics
equipment at the appropriate times to ensure timely and continuos program delivery and
switching between program segments or video sources.
The system also has the capability to create background graphics, format text (minutes,
meeting notices, agendas, rosters, etc.) and add music to these text only presentations or
schedule announcements.
The video programs and textual content are provided in standard formats by the
Seminole County entities participating in this cable service. Text and graphic material may be
delivered to WMFE via modem or by floppy disc. The standard format for video is S-VHS with
single channel audio. The standard text formats are Word or WordPerfect word processor text
files. Other formats may be accommodated through arrangement with WMFE.
Video tapes submitted must be timed by the provider to within one second accuracy
from start to end of the program. Errors in timing may result in a loss of delivery of a portion of
the program material. Text and graphic material may be "aired" with a music background for
which WMFE will hold usage rights.
MID COST FIBER DELIVERY SYSTEM -- $ 73,402
This system performs all of the functions of the low cost system but uses high quality
professional videotape machines and a better graphics system. The S-VHS machines produce
a better quality stgnal and are able to u~e lilll~ ~de tor better time accuracy. The machines
are mode durable and will provide higher quality service over a longer period of time.
The computer ~ed graphics system i~also able to function as a video still- store and
digital effects system to allow a higher level of creativity. The still-store capability will allow an
image archive to be kept in the system making it easier to add logos and other recurring
artwork to graphic productions. Digital effects will enhance the changing of pages when the
billboard type of presentation is used for various announcements.
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HIGH COST FIBER DELIVERY SYSTEM -- $ 257.180
This system performs all of the functions of the mid cost system but uses a delivery
approach which eliminates the need for videotape machines for direct delivery. The video tape
machines are still used but their function is to load the video file server prior to air.
The video file server is based not on tape but rather on computer disc technology. This
provides the advantage of being able to repeat a program multiple times without having to run
a tape machine each time. Once the programs are loaded, the file server can play them back
in any order, and for any number of times. Program editing and timing are much more efficient
and, schedule! changes are much easier to accomplish. The file server has the ability to
maintain consistent quality with less operator attention.
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FIBER DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR SEMINOLE GOVERNMENT CABLE CHANNEL
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LOW COST
QTY DESCRIPTION
1 CONTROLLER TO SWITCH TAPE MACHINES TO AIR, TECH PVC-2
4 S-VHS CONSUMER S-VHS MACHINE
1 EXPANSION SYSTEM, DPS ( HOLDS TBC CARDS)
2 TBC, DPS vr-2S00 (TIME BASE CORRECTOR CARD TO STABILIZE S-VHS MACHINES)
1 CHARACTER GENERATOR, COOl W \ SOFlWARE
1 MODEM
1 COMPUTER ( SCHEDULES EVENTS)
1 COMPUTER (FOR GRAPHICS SYSTEM)
1 PRINTER
1 AUDIO INTERFACE (CONVERTS CONSUMER AUDIO LEVEL TO BROADCAST SPEC.)
1 MIXER, MACKIE MSl4)2, AND CD PLAYER FOR AUDIO BED (FOR AUDIO BED AND PACKAGING)
1 MODULATOR, FIBER (SENDS PROGRAMMING TO CABLE HEADEND VIA FIBEROPTIC LINE)
1 DEMODU~TOR, FIBER (RECEIVES PROGRAMMING AT HEADEND)
1 EQUIPMENT RACK WI POWERSTRIP (HOLDS EQUIPMENT)
1 MISC WIRING AND CABLES (WIRING TO INNTERCONNECT ALL EQUIPMENT)
1 UPS (UNfNTERRUPTABLE POWER SUPPLY)
TOTAL
MID COST
QTY DESCRIPTION
1 CONTROLLER,LEIGHTRONlX TS-16 (CONTROLS TAPE MACHINES)
2 S-VHS PLAYER INDUSTRIAL,JVC BR-S522DX (PLAYBACK ONLY)
2 S-VHS RECORDER INDUSTRIAL,JVC BR-S822DX W\ TBC ( EDITING RECORDER)
1 CHARACTER GENERATOR, ALLADIN (TEXT AND GRAPHICS GENERATOR. ALSO STILL STORE AND DVE)
1 MODEM
1 COMPUTER ( SCHEDULES EVENTS)
1 COMPUTER (FOR GRAPHICS SYSTEM)
1 PRINTER
1 MIXER, MACKIE MSl402, AND CD PLAYER FOR AUDIO BED
1 MODULATOR, FIBER
1 DEMODULATOR, FIBER
1 EQUIPMENT RACK WI POWERSTRIP
1 Mise WIRING AND CABLES
1 UPS (UNINTERRUPTABLE POWER SUPPLY)
TOTAL
HIGH COST
QTY DESCRIPTION
1 FILE SERVER, MEDIAPOOl, BTS XL-2100, 11 HRS AT 8:1 COMPRESSION (PLAYS VlDEOI AUDIO TO "AIR")
2 S-VHS PLAYER INDUSTRIAl,JVC SSOOU (USED TO LOAD FILE SERVER)
1 CHARACTER GENERATOR, ALlADIN (TEXT AND GRAPHICS GENERATOR. ALSO STILL STORE AND DVE)
1 MODEM
1 COMPUTER ( SCHEDULES EVENTS)
1 COMPUTER (FOR GRAPHICS SYSTEM)
1 MIXER, MACKIE MSl402, AND CD PLAYER FOR AUDIO BED
1 MODULATOR, FIBER
1 DEMODULATOR, FIBER
1 EQUIPMENT RACK WI POWERSTRIP
1 Mise WIRING AND CABLES
1 UPS (UNINTERRUPTABLE POWER SUPPLY)
TOTAL
TOTAL
$2,240
$3,ceo
$3,ceo
$2,380
$6,79J
S500
$2,380
$2,380
$<m
$350
$1,200
$5,a:o
$4,200
$l,7&J
$700
$700
$38,ceo
TOTAL
$8,4:))
$12,992
$17,850
$14,CXX>
S500
$2,380
$2,380
$63)
$1 ,200
$5,a:o
$4,200
$l,7&J
$700
$700
$73,402
TOTAL
$210,CXX>
$7,700
$14,CXX>
$500
$2,380
$2,380
$1,200
$5,a:o
$4,200
$l,7&J
$700
$4,200
$254, "'T3J
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UPGRADE COSTS
COST TO UPGRADE FROM LOW TO MID COST SYSTEM ADDED EXISTING TOTAL PREMIUM
OTY DESCRIPTION
46 1 CONTROLLER,LEIGHTRONIX T5-16 (CONTROLS TAPE MACHINES) $8,400
47 2 S-VHS PLAYER INDUSTRlAL,JVC BR-S522DX (PLAYBACK ONLY) $12,002
48 2 S-VHS RECORDER INDUSTRIAL.JVC BR-s822DX 1M. TBC $17,850
49 1 CHARACTER GEN, ALLADIN (TEXT' GRAPHICS' STILL STORE, DVE) $14,cm
50 TOTAL LOW TO MID COST UPGRADE $53,242 $38,080 $91,322 $17.920
COST TO UPGRADE FROM MID TO HIGH COST SYSTEM ADDED EXISTING TOTAl PREMIUM
OTY DESCRIPTION
51 1 FILE SERVER, (PLAYS VIDEO' AUDIO TO "AIR") $210,cm
52 1 UPS (UNINTERRUPTABLE POWER SUPPLY) $4,200
52 TOTAL MID TO HIGH COST UPGRADE $214,200 $73,402 $287,602 $32,872
COST TO UPGRADE FROM LOW TO HIGH COST SYSTEM
OTY DESCRIPTION ADDED EXISTING TOTAL PREMIUM
53 2 5-VHS PLAYER INDUSTRIAL,JVC BR-S522DX (PLAYBACK ONLY) $12,002
54 2 S-VHS RECORDER INDUSTRIAL,JVC BR-S822DX 1M. TBC $17,850
55 1 CHARACTER GEN, ALLADIN (TEXT' GRAPHICS' STILL STORE, DVE) $14,cm
56 1 FILE SERVER, (PLAYS VIDEO' AUDIO TO "AIR") $210,cm
57 1 UPS (UNINTERRUPTABLE POWER SUPPLY) $4,200
58 TOTAL LOW TO HIGH COST UPGRADE $259,042 $38.080 $297,122 $42,392
The upgrade costs are higher than the purchaseing the next level
because some of the lower level equipment is replaced by the upgrade.
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INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING
THE SEMINOLE TELEVISION COUNCIL
THIS AGREEMENT entered into this
1997, by and between
day of
,
(hereafter collectively
individually referred to as "Members(s) ")
or
WIT N E SSE T H:
WHEREAS, the parties desire to establish a council to assist
in the creation, financing, programming and management of local
government and public educational cable television programming for
Seminole County, Florida and its residents; and
WHEREAS, by combining their financial resources the Members
can realize substantial monetary savings with respect to the
capital and operating expenses of the government and public
educational cable television programming; and
WHEREAS, this Agreement forms the basis for the creation of a
separate administrative entity to be known as The Seminole
Television Council (the "Council") whose powers shall be those set
forth in this Agreement, together with any other powers established
by the Members which are not inconsistent with this Agreement,
NOW, THEREFORE in consideration of the mutual promises and
covenants contained herein, as well as other good and valuable
consideration not specifically mentioned, the parties agree as
follows:
1. Membership. In addition to the,Members executing this
Agreement, any municipal corporation or special district located
within Seminole County, Florida, the Seminole Community College,
the Seminole County School Board and Seminole County, a political
subdivision of the State of Florida, may become Members. Upon the
affirmative vote of a majority of existing Members allowing the new
Member, the applicant shall execute an addendum to this Agreement
agreeing to be bound by its terms, as amended from time to time.
A Member may terminate its membership upon written notice to the
Council.
2. Duration. This Agreement shall be effective upon its
execution by the parties and its filing with the Clerk of the
Seminole County Circuit Court as provided in ~163. 01, Florida
Statutes. This Agreement may only be terminated by the affirmative
vote of a majority of the Members.
3. Orqanization. Each Member shall have one (1) vote which
shall be cast by its representative who must be present at the
meeting to vote. All meetings shall be open to the public and all
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Members' representatives shall be subject to the Florida Government
in the Sunshine Law. Each Member shall designate one (1)
representative in writing to cast its vote. A majority of all
existing Members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of
the business of the Council. As soon as practicable, the Council
shall select a chairperson, vice-chairperson and
secretary/treasurer as its officers. Officers shall serve one (1)
year terms. The Council shall establish the duties of the officers
and such other organizational rules as the Members may approve from
time to time.
4. Powers. The Council shall have all powers necessary and
incidental to create, finance, program and manage local government
and public educational cable television programming, but
specifically limited as set forth in ~163.01, Fla. Stat., and
generally as limited by federal and state law. These powers shall
include but shall not be limited to the following:
a) To obtain financial support.
b) To accept gifts, grants or other monies or services.
c) To contract for such equipment, property and
services necessary to perform this Agreement.
d). To establish a separate legal or administrative
entity if necessary or desirable to perform this
Agreement.
e) To provide the manner in which funds are paid to or
disbursed from the Council.
f) To provide for the equitable allocation of capital
and operating expenses among new and existing
Members of' the Council not inconsistent with the
terms of this Agreement.
g). To determine the acquisition, ownership, custody,
operation or maintenance of personaL property of
the Council.
h). To determine the fair and equitable allotment of
programming time to each Member.
5. Budqet Matters and Allocation of Exoenses. As soon as
practicable, the Members shall establish a budget for the capital
and operating expenses of the Council. The Council shall determine
the period of time which the initial budget will cover. The total
amount of budgeted expenses shall be equitably divided by the
Members to establish the financial obligation of each Member.
Thereafter, a budget shall be established annually, which may
consider surplus cash before allocating expenses among the Members.
The obligation of each Member shall mature thirty (30) days after
the approval of the budget. Member payments for their equitable
share of expenses shall be made within thirty (30) days of invoice
by the secretary/treasurer. The Council may not exceed the total
budgeted expenses without amending the budget. No Member shall be
entitled to a return of any monies if it elects to terminate its
membership, however, if this Agreement is terminated, the Members
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may agree to an equitable disbursement of the remaining assets of
the Council.
6. Proqramminq Content. Each Member shall determine the
content of, all programming in its allotted time, except as
restricted by state and/or federal law.
7. Amendments. This Agreement may be amended by a majority
vote of its Members, effective upon filing same with the Clerk of
the Seminole County Circuit Court.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties, have hereunto set their hands
and seals this day of , 1997.
Witnesses:
This instrument prepared by:
Stephen H. Coover
Hutchison, Mamele & Coover, P.A.
230 North Park Ave., P.O. Box 1149
Sanford, FL 32772-1149
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