Title
Future Budgeting of Hudson Community Television
Brief Description: At the request of City Council, HCTV and City staff will be present to discuss the HCTV budget.
Body
Legislative History
Requested at the 4/9 workshop, discussed at the 6/11 workshop.
Purpose & Explanation
Staff has calculated time spent on various tasks including Public Access, City, Schools and general HCTV work. Staff has also prepared information regarding depreciation of studio equipment, replacement costs, and percentages of content produced for the school district vs City.
The majority of staff time is spent for general HCTV tasks, such as preparing the weekly program schedule, maintenance/installation of equipment, and documenting community events.
Staff will be present to discuss these figures and answer any questions.
Timing Considerations
None.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted (Account #, $)
Supplemental Appropriation Required (Account #, $)
Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends City Council review the HCTV budget and provide feedback on funding the shortfalls or next steps on how to proceed.
Submitted by,
Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager
Jeff Knoblauch, Assistant City Manager - Finance
Dan Gerbracht, HCTV Station Manager