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Simsbury Community Media appeals for donations in recorded statement played at meeting
Summary
A recorded message from Simsbury Community Media (SCM) played for the board asking residents for donations after revenue dropped as cable subscriptions declined; SCM said its programming is available online but funding is needed to sustain services.
A recorded statement from representatives of Simsbury Community Media (SCM) was played for the Board of Selectmen, in which SCM said cable‑subscription revenue has declined and appealed for donations to keep community programming and school coverage going.
The announcement said SCM’s funding model "is based on television subscriptions" and that a shift toward internet‑only subscriptions has reduced revenue: "We need your support. Your donation can make a difference." The message emphasized SCM’s role in broadcasting local government meetings and school graduations and invited listeners to visit its website or scan a QR code to donate.
Why it matters: SCM provides local programming and live broadcast of town meetings; the group said funding pressures threaten its ability to continue those services without community support.
Next steps: The announcement asked for donations and directed listeners to SCM’s website and QR code for giving; no board action on the appeal was recorded in this meeting.
