It is the pragmatic advice of the Greek philosopher Epictetus: … Continue reading Innovate to Adapt and Respond
Our Bones Are Good – What Is Next
Our Bones Are Good | The governance team has spent the past decade on barn-building. They focused on the property acquisition, renovation and installation of technology tied to the mission. … Continue reading Our Bones Are Good – What Is Next
#InformationLiteracy Resolution
Leaning in to our birthright and purpose. Resolution adopted 10.5.2020 WHEREAS, Wallingford Public Access Association, Inc. (WPAA-TV and Community Media Center), a non-profit 501©3 operating in the Town of Wallingford … Continue reading #InformationLiteracy Resolution
Who is watching?
Ironically, our TV audiences are basic cable subscribers for which we have no data: no totals, no demographics, and therefore no context such as “What percent of subscribers are basic … Continue reading Who is watching?
Board President Statement Joey Allard (2019)
I, Joey Allard, had the opportunity to be a leader and a learner while serving WPAA-TV as President until June 2019. My three-year term on the board is up in … Continue reading Board President Statement Joey Allard (2019)
What are the Responsibilities of a Board Member?
The Basics Attend six meetings that focus on oversight and strategic direction of the organization One of these is the Annual Celebration of Voices. Dinner, Conversation and Look Back Participate … Continue reading What are the Responsibilities of a Board Member?
PEGPETIA Purpose, Equity and Reasonableness
Testimony to PURA from WPAA-TV: In support of equity in service to our diverse communities about the method of funding for capital expenses associated with CT Community TV Equity and … Continue reading PEGPETIA Purpose, Equity and Reasonableness
Community Media Today, literally, Today?
The landscape of Cable TV is changing constantly. Entertainment services are piggybacking on the cable infrastructure. Consumers are cord‐cutting. There is a growing interest in video content and a vast … Continue reading Community Media Today, literally, Today?
#GiveGreat2019 Help | Thanks to 88 friends
UPD: $3,000 raised WPAA-TV Owns 28 So Orchard St — $38,000 in Building Debt remains The property title for 28 So Orchard St was released on March 7, 2019 to Wallingford … Continue reading #GiveGreat2019 Help | Thanks to 88 friends
Community TV Funding: at-risk
Regulatory changes that chip away at basic safeguards are part of the ethos. Community TV is not immune. However, with so many variations in service models both in Connecticut and … Continue reading Community TV Funding: at-risk