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BPU renews Cablevision systemwide franchise for Newark and South Orange
Summary
The Board approved a seven‑year renewal for Cablevision's systemwide cable franchise covering Newark and South Orange after staff and Division of Rate Counsel found the application met statutory criteria; no public comments were received at virtual hearings.
Staff reported that Cablevision of Newark filed for renewal of its systemwide cable franchise that serves Newark and the township of South Orange and reviewed the franchise history and prior board actions. The Division of Rate Counsel submitted written comments indicating Cablevision met the board’s statutory criteria and had no objection to approval. Staff recommended approval of a seven‑year renewal term to expire in May 2031.
Staff said the board held virtual public hearings and that no public comments were received. Staff also noted Cablevision’s commitments to maintain required insurance and performance bonds, a local office, and a designated complaint officer under the franchise statutes cited in the application (NJSA 48:5A‑28(h)–(n) as stated in the transcript).
Commissioners moved, seconded and approved staff’s recommendation by roll call.
The approval renews Cablevision’s systemwide franchise for the stated seven‑year term and directs staff to proceed consistent with franchise conditions in the application.
