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Council approves Lakes Area TV 2026 budget; cable commissioner abstains
Forest Lake City Council · January 14, 2026
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The Forest Lake City Council approved the Lakes Area TV 2026 budget after a presentation from Paul Peterson outlining rising costs and audience growth; one council member abstained due to involvement on the cable commission.
The Forest Lake City Council approved the 2026 Lakes Area TV budget after hearing a budget presentation from Paul Peterson, who said rising costs for health insurance, salary and rent have pressured the volunteer-run station and outlined growing audience metrics.
Paul Peterson described steady growth in online viewers — noting…
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