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The commission temporarily approved Colleen Firkus to process Lakes Area Television bills and payroll after Columbus ends its accounting services on May 8, 2026. Approval of January through April bills was tabled for further review, and the commission will seek long-term accounting services through a public request for proposals.
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Lakes Area Television will use temporary accounting help to keep payroll and bill processing moving during the transition. Commissioners will review the outstanding bills, clarify purchasing and asset rules, and develop requirements for a long-term accounting provider. The commission also plans to review its credit-card and purchasing policies.
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