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RVTV director outlines production growth and asks council to approve FY 2026–27 operating budget
Summary
Scott Ramsburg told Roanoke City Council RVTV produced 51 hours of content last year, live-streamed 84 meetings and delivered services estimated at roughly $2.5 million in value; council approved the station’s FY26–27 operating budget by resolution.
Scott Ramsburg, cable access director for Reno Valley Television, told council the regional station expanded digital distribution and production over the past year and presented an operating request for FY 2026–27 tied to staff cost-of-living adjustments, insurance and IT cost increases.
Ramsburg said RVTV produced 51 hours of media content, facilitated the live streaming of 84 meetings and completed about 565 individual projects during the previous year. He described an estimated service value to partner localities of approximately $2.5 million and highlighted a recent upgrade that added Roku, Apple TV and Fire Stick apps. "Our mission is to make our community stronger, more engaged, and better informed," Ramsburg said.
Ramsburg described funding sources and the regional governance structure: RVTV operates under a regional cable television committee, Rono County serves as fiscal agent, and equipment and capital expenses have been supported through cable franchise grants. He noted the council packet showed a requested operating increase in the 3.4%–4% range driven by COLA and benefits. Ramsburg also said the city’s portion of operating costs represents about 50.04% of RVTV’s budget.
Council members commended the staff and the quick turnaround of event coverage. The council then considered a resolution approving the RVTV operating budget; after a roll call the resolution was adopted.
Closing: The council adopted the resolution and Mr. Ramsburg and his team were thanked for their services; legal and committee staff will continue franchise-renewal negotiations.
