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Vermont Access Network asks state for $1.35 million to shore up community media
Summary
Vermont Access Network told the Government Operations & Military Affairs Committee it seeks $1,350,000 in the FY26 budget to offset declining cable revenue and sustain 24 community media centers across the state.
Rep. Matt Birong, chair of the Government Operations & Military Affairs Committee, heard a budget request from the Vermont Access Network on Jan. 24 asking the Legislature to include $1,350,000 in the FY26 state budget to support community media centers across Vermont.
Lauren Glenda, Public Policy Director at CCTV Center For Media and Democracy, testified on behalf of the Vermont Access Network, saying the nonprofit network represents 24 community media centers and “we're seeking 1,350,000 in funding for this year.” She told the committee the request is part of a three-year plan developed with the Secretary of State’s office after one-time and COVID-era funding proved insufficient to cover ongoing declines in cable franchise revenue.
The Network described three core program areas: government transparency and access (public meeting coverage and archives), education and media literacy (training and summer programs), and local identity…
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