Cable Access Advisory Commission

Cable Access Advisory Commission reviews cable fund status, legislative risk to franchise fees, and MCTV updates

At the April 8, 2026 regular meeting, the Cable Access Advisory Commission approved corrected minutes from February, received the year‑to‑date Cable Communications Fund report showing revenue of $244,687 (44% FYTD), expenses of $541,123 (61% FYTD) and a fund balance of approximately $1,378,497, confirmed remaining 2026 meeting dates, affirmed 2026 commission goals, and heard legislative and MCTV operational updates including service statistics, programming highlights, Honors Night, workshops, and youth camp dates. The commission noted concern about MI House Bill 5123-2025 and its potential to eliminate local franchise fees if cable services are reclassified as streaming.