Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting
September 19, 2011
Delegation of Authority for Grant for New York Multi-Station Master Control
Unanimously
WHEREAS,
Congress appropriated funds to CPB “for costs related to digital content development and distribution, associated with the transition of public broadcasting to digital broadcasting, to be awarded as determined by the Corporation in consultation with public radio and television licensees or permittees, or their designated representatives;” and
WHEREAS,
The CPB Board adopted priorities for the use of these funds, developed in consultation with public broadcasting station representatives and member organizations, which included “efficient operations through collaborations and technical innovation,” and “enduring value through the projects themselves and as models for others”; and
WHEREAS,
CPB management recommends a digital equipment grant of $6,640,286 to Centralcast, LLC, based on comprehensive internal and external reviews of the proposed governance structure and technical solution for the multi-station master control, as well as the independently confirmed projected cost savings for participating licensees.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
That the CPB Board of Directors authorizes CPB management to enter into an agreement to grant up to $6,640,286 to Centralcast, LLC.
