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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