Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting
March 26, 2012
Delegation of Authority for Grant for Florida Multi-Station Master Control
Five in favor, one abstained
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 up to $7,000,000 to Digital Convergence Alliance, LLC, based on comprehensive internal and external reviews of the proposed governance structure, technical solution and projected cost savings associated with their proposed multi-station master control in Jacksonville, Florida;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
That the CPB Board of Directors authorizes CPB management to enter into an agreement to grant up to $7,000,000 to Digital Convergence Alliance, LLC.