Cable Franchise Renewal
Notice of Public Hearings
Cable Franchise Renewal
Comcast Cable's franchise agreement with Henrico County is up for renewal in 2013 and work has already begun! The County's Cable Television Advisory Committee will hold two public hearings for interested residents to learn more about and offer their input on the renewal process on:
TUESDAY, March 20, 2012, at 6:00 p.m.
Administration Building (Board Room)
Government Center
4301 E. Parham Road
AND
THURSDAY, March 22, 2012, at 6:00 p.m.
Multi-Purpose Room
Eastern Government Center
3820 Nine Mile Road
Representatives from the County's Department of General Services and the County Attorney's Office also will be on hand.
For more information call 501-5153. See this notice, in PDF format.
Request for Public Comment
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Comcast of Massachusetts/Virginia, Inc. holds a franchise from Henrico County to operate a cable system in the County. The franchise is set to expire on May 14, 2013. As part of the renewal process, the County requests your comments concerning Comcast's performance and quality of service. The County would also like to hear your comments on the community's future cable-related needs and interests. County residents may submit comments by email to cablerenewal@co.henrico.va.us, by phone to (804) 501-5153, by letter to Michelle Buresh, Department of General Services, County of Henrico, P. O. Box 90775, Henrico, VA 23273-0775, or by filling out the comments form here. Please provide your name, mailing address, and daytime phone number when submitting your comments. |
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Background information:
Federal law allows the County to award nonexclusive cable franchises and forbids the provision of cable service without a franchise in most circumstances. Federal law relating to cable franchise agreements establishes a renewal process that authorizes the County to consider (1) Comcast's performance since 2006 when the current franchise agreement was initiated and (2) how the cable system might serve the community over the course of a renewed franchise agreement. Your input regarding these two considerations will be taken into account when negotiating for a renewal agreement.
Comcast's current franchise with the County began on May 14, 2006 and will expire on May 14, 2013. Comcast has asked the County to renew its franchise in accordance with procedures established by federal law. Your comments will assist the County during the renewal process.
Additional information:
- Existing franchise agreement between Comcast and Henrico County (PDF)
- Henrico County ordinance governing cable television (PDF)