Review of formal Renewal Process

• Starts 30 - 36 months before expiration of current franchise.

• Requires operator performance review and community needs assessment.

• Requires public hearings.

• City may establish certain requirements.

• Allows Request For Proposal (RFP).

• Negotiations.

• Acceptance.

• Denial based upon one or more of the following:

  • Compliance with substantial terms of existing franchise
  • Quality of operator’s service
  • Financial, legal, and technical ability
  • Whether proposal meets cable-related community needs and interests, considering costs

• Administrative hearing and adjudication if denied.

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