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TV Hamilton to upgrade to HD and add streaming after Hamilton Community Foundation grant
Summary
TV Hamilton announced a grant from the Hamilton Community Foundation to cover half the cost of new on‑air equipment, a move to a city basement control room and expanded streaming options, and will host a regional media conference in two weeks.
Steve Colwell, speaking during public comments at the Oct. 9 council meeting, said TV Hamilton will relocate its control room to the basement of 345 High Street and is receiving a grant from the Hamilton Community Foundation that will cover roughly half of the equipment cost for an upgrade to high‑definition cable broadcasting and expanded streaming.
Colwell said upgrades will allow simultaneous live streaming on multiple platforms and provide an over‑the‑top app for devices such as Roku and Apple TV. "We are going to be in high definition on cable for the first time ever," Colwell said, and added that the station will offer on‑demand content and expanded live options for events such as city council meetings and high‑school sports.
He also announced that TV Hamilton will host the Alliance for Community Media Central States Conference in the coming weeks, bringing dozens of public‑access professionals to Hamilton. Colwell said the community foundation, the city and local volunteers helped make the upgrades and conference possible.
Council members congratulated Colwell and thanked TV Hamilton for promoting local businesses and events.
What happens next: TV Hamilton will complete its move and equipment upgrade and host the regional conference as announced; city staff and the community foundation will continue logistical support.
