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Commission votes to provide $25,000 annual subsidy to D ETV as lease talks continue
Summary
The Wilmington Cable and Television Commission voted to add a $25,000 annual contribution to the third‑party operator (D ETV) while lease and move negotiations continue between D ETV, the city and building owner BPG.
Wilmington — The Cable and Television Commission voted to amend its earlier recommendation and provide a standing $25,000 annual contribution to D ETV, the city’s current third‑party operator for public, educational and government (PEG) access programming, while discussions continue over studio space and lease terms.
Commissioners debated details of a planned move from D ETV’s current leased space and discussed an offer from the property owner, BPG, to subsidize rent. John Stant, the City attorney, told the panel he had received an email from BPG saying it would subsidize 25% of rent for the Third Floor at 1105 N. Market and offer some parking relief. “It is my job as your lawyer to let you know of this interest,” Stant said.
The discussion followed an extended presentation by D ETV representatives about programming reach, equipment status and the nonprofit’s production model. Ivan Thomas of D ETV summarized the organization’s…
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