HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-01-10 Letter to Laurence "Buzz" Schott, Charter Communications re Opposing Proposed PEG Station Channel Number ChangesHarry Kim
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January 10, 2018
Laurence "Buzz" Schott
Senior Director, Government Affairs, West Region
Charter Communications
10450 Pacific Center CT
San Diego, CA 92121
Dear Mr. Schott,
RE: Opposing Proposed PEG Station Channel Number Changes
It has been brought to our attention that Spectrum is considering changing and
moving the Public, Educational and Governmental (PEG) programming station channel
numbers throughout the State. This move is not in the best interest of the citizens of the
County of Hawai'i nor the State.
Na Leo TV, the PEG station that services Hawai'i Island, has done a great job for
the past 24 years. Under new management over the past 3 years, Na Leo ushered in an
emphasis on branding that ensured community access television continues to be an
important element in local programming. Their programming is an integral part to civic
awareness within our island community.
The Hawaii County Council broadcasts for local government, the State
Legislature broadcasts for State government, relevant and hyper -local content for
general programming, and a new "Civil Defense" channel to help in times of local
disaster are just a few examples of why moving the channel numbers would be
detrimental to our communities.
We respectfully request that Spectrum not move any of the PEG access channel
numbers for the Island of Hawaii (Na Leo TV) and suggest that you also don't move
any numbers for the other islands ('Olelo, Akaku, and Hike).
County of Hawai`i is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Mr. Laurence "Buzz" Schott
January 10, 2018
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Should you need any further insights or have any questions regarding our
support of keeping Channels, 53, 54, and 55 reserved for local community access on
Hawaii Island, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
Managing Director
HARRY K
Mayor
c: Catherine P. Awakuni ColOn, State of Hawai'i Department of Commerce and
Consumer Affairs Director
Ji Sook "Lisa" Kim, Cable Television Administrator
County of Hawai` i is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.