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Board debates underwriting rates and ‘pay-to-play’ proposal; chair to consult city attorney before council presentation
Summary
Board members reviewed underwriting rates and fundraising options, discussed a proposal described as “pay to play” (or “pay to pray” in a verbal quip), and agreed the chair will consult the city attorney and return with guidance before presenting a formal proposal to the city council.
Board members discussed station underwriting rates and fundraising ideas after the chair said rate sheets for local underwriting showed very low per-spot prices and urged the board to seek additional revenue sources.
The chair—which the transcript identifies as the meeting’s chairperson but does not provide a personal name during the remarks—said review of a rate sheet for a community underwriting partner showed spots as low as 38–60 cents per play and suggested the station should try to bring more revenue…
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