The City of Cottonwood has entered into a broadcast services agreement with Studio G Multimedia, LLC, to operate and manage a local government cable channel. The agreement includes provisions for base programming, as-needed programming, and other video services. The city will pay Studio G an amount not to exceed $60,000 per year, and the agreement has a five-year term with options for renewal. The scope of work includes producing and broadcasting city council meetings, planning and zoning commission meetings, and other city-related programming. Studio G will also provide production services and create non-exclusive commercials and programs for airing on the channel.
• The agreement includes a detailed scope of work and fee schedule.
• Studio G will have editorial control over all programming aired on the channel, except for programming produced or supplied by the city.
• The city will retain ultimate control over the use of the channel.
• The agreement includes provisions for termination, suspension of work, and dispute resolution.
• Studio G must maintain certain insurance coverage, including commercial general liability and workers' compensation insurance.
• The agreement includes provisions for confidentiality and data security.