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HomeMy Public PortalAbout02-12-96 COMMUNITY CABLE ACCESS ADVISORY COMMISSIONCOMMUNITY CABLE ACCESS ADVISORY COMMISSION LYNWOOD CABLE STUDIO 3560 MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. BLVD. LYNWOOD, CA 5:30 P.M. fi (�. -r R ENV D CITY OF LYNWOOD CITY CLERKS OFFICE AGENDA February 12, 1996 I. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS A. Call to Order B. Pledge of Allegiance C Invocation D. Roll Call E. Minutes - December 11, 1995 -Regular Meeting Minutes -January 8, 1996 - Regular Meeting II. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS F E8 0 81990 0 PU 7 N 6 A. Letter regarding the City of Lynwood Award of Merit Newsletter "Lynwood `n Perspective" III. SCHEDULED MATTERS A. Date for the Fourth Annual Cable Awards Program. B Discussion on Cable Franchise Agreement C Preview of Lynwood Showcase 977 0 0 IV. COMMISSIONERS'/ STAFF REPORT V. PUBLIC ORALS VI. ADJOURNMENT - TO NEXT REGULAR MEETING ON MARCH 11, 1996 • COMMUNITY CABLE ACCESS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 11, 1995 MEETING The regular meeting of the Community Cable Access Advisory Commission of the City of Lynwood was held December 11, 1995, at the Lynwood Cable Studio. (The Agenda was duly posted as prescribed by the Brown Act.) Chairperson Bill Lewis Jr called the meeting to order at 5.30 P.M. Commissioners in attendance were Bill Cunningham, A. Ann Fields, Ethel Pacheco, Ada McZeal was not present. Staff present were Jolionna Jacobs - Howard and Serena Coulson. Commissioner Pacheco motioned to approve the minutes of the October 9, 1995 meeting. Commissioner Cunningham seconded the motion. I. SCHEDULED MATTERS A. Community Service Day Commissioner Lewis stated that the Community Service Day was put on the agenda because of a letter that was sent to him from the Community Affairs Commission. He stated that the Community Affairs Commission is asking the Community Cable Access Advisory Commission to participate in the Community Service Day concerning the 1 st Annual Christmas Tree Decorating Contest. He also read the letter that he received to the Commissioners. Commissioner Pacheco stated that she could not attend the Community Service Day Program, because of other activities that are related to Lynwood on December 16 Commissioner Cunningham stated that he will not be able to attend the Community Service Day because of commitments at his church on that day Commissioner Fields stated that she will be able to attend the Community Service Day Program. Commissioner Fields stated that there are not enough CCAAC Commissioners to participate in the decorating of a Christmas tree. She stated that all five Commissioners will be needed. Commissioner Lewis requested that staff notify the Community Affairs Commission. And let them know, that due to conflict of schedule with other city activities the CCAAC will not be able to participate in the program at the Community Service Day this year He also stated to the Commissioners that since they will not be able to participate in the Community Service Day regarding the decorating of the Christmas tree, perhaps they can look forward to participating next year 0 COMMUNITY CABLE ACCESS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 11, 1995 MEETING B. Critique of the Third Annual Cable Awards Program Commissioner Lewis stated that staff has made is easy for the Commissioners to critique the Third Annual Cable Awards Program this year by having a list for them. He also asked all the Commissioners for their input on the Third Annual Cable Awards Program. Commissioner Fields stated that everyone loved and enjoyed the Cable Awards Program, stating that she thought it was excellent. Commissioner Pacheco stated that the Cable Awards Program as a whole was excellent. Staff person Howard stated that she received positive comments especially regarding Keynote .Speaker Furnell Chatman. Commissioner Lewis stated that he received many positive comments regarding the Cable Awards Program. He also stated that it was a delightful surprise to have music playing during the reception. He stated that the group was excellent and the idea of having them play was very good. Commissioner Fields stated that at the December City Council meeting one of the.Councilmembefs made a statement regarding the planning of the Cable Awards Program. It was stated that staff should check with the Council when making decisions regarding the Cable Awards Program in the future. Staff person Howard stated that Lynwood Information Inc., is on the agenda the first council meeting of each month, giving City Council the opportunity to discuss about Lynwood Information Inc., or anything involving what we do The statement was made during this segment of the City Council meeting. However, in the - future planning of programs and anything related to cable we will inform the City Council. Commissioner Lewis asked, so we can present our list of awardees to the City Council? Staff person Howard answered yes, so they can view it and give their approval or disapproval. Commissioner Lewis suggested that the program be presented to the City Council prior to the activity Staff person Howard stated that she will send the program to the City Council through the mail. Commissioner Fields stated that it was also suggested at the City Council meeting that a council person be assigned to each Commission. Commissioner Lewis stated that he thought the Cable Awards Program was not only nice, but that it was better than it has every been. He also complemented staff for their very careful and capable preparation in making the Third Annual Cable Awards Program a success. 0 0 COMMUNITY CABLE ACCESS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 11, 1995 MEETING Staff person Howard stated that she had some suggestions regarding future planning for the Cable Awards Program. She suggested sponsorships, professional Master or Mistress of Ceremonies, develop a planning committee and enhance the awards for best video project. She also stated that she was "very satisfied with the keynote speaker Commissioner Lewis stated that the idea of a sponsorship is very good. He also stated that a professional Master or Mistress of Ceremonies would make things flow better Commissioner Lewis recommended more time for planning of the Cable Awards Program be added to the suggestion list. Commissioner Lewis stated that the Councilmembers that attended the Cable Awards Program were pleased to see how it has grown. He also stated that Mayor Paul Richards II indicated in his presentation that the City has been looking for an activity for the month of November and the Cable Awards Program would be the activity that the City rally behind. He suggested that Staff person Howard and Staff person Roberson raise the stakes to enhance the award for the best video project, because so much work goes into developing those projects that are shown at the Cable Awards Program. He also stated that the students that participate in the projects should get recognition in a different way, other than just a plaque itself. Commissioner Fields stated that we will be able to do that if we get the sponsorships. Commissioner Lewis stated that with the sponsorships and the development of the planning committee we can enhance the overall program. C. Video Production Course Session #8 for Commissioners The Video Production Course was not presented to the Commissioners due to the illness of the instructor Staff person Roberson. D. Preview of Lynwood Showcase #75 Preview of Lynwood Showcase #75 was not viewed also due to the illness of Staff person Roberson. E. Discussion on Cable Franchise Agreement Commissioner Lewis moved to table the Cable Franchise Agreement from the floor until a later date. Commissioner Fields stated that the Commissioner that asked for the Cable Franchise Agreement to be put on COMMUNITY CABLE ACCESS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 11, 1995 MEETING the agenda is not present, therefore I moved to table the Cable Franchise Agreement, it was seconded by Commissioner Pacheco. H. A. COMMISSIONERS'/ STAFF REPORT Staff person Howard stated that she spoke to the City Manager about implementing a stipend for the Adult Cable Production Workshop starting in January 1996 She stated that the City Manager thought it was a good idea. She also stated that she will be preparing.the information regarding the Adult Cable Production Workshop and present it to the Commissioners at the January 8, meeting. THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE COMMUNITY CABLE ACCESS ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 7:00 P.M. • • COMMUNITY CABLE ACCESS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8, 1996 MEETING The regular meeting of the Community Cable Access Advisory Commission of the City of Lynwood was held January 8, 1996, at the Lynwood Cable Studio. (The Agenda was duly posted as prescribed by the Brown Act.) Chairperson Bill Lewis Jr called the meeting to order at 5.30 P.M. Commissioners in attendance were Bill Cunningham, A. Ann Fields, Ethel Pacheco, and Ada McZeal. Staff present were Johonna Jacobs - Howard, Ron Roberson and Serena Coulson. Commissioner Pacheco motioned to approve the minutes of the December 11, 1995 meeting. Commissioner Cunningham seconded the motion. I. SCHEDULED MATTERS A. Video Production Course Session #8 for Commissioners The video production course #8 was presented to the Commissioner Staff person Roberson explained the four stages of video production in full detail. B. Preview of Lynwood Showcase #76 The viewing of Lynwood Showcase #76 included the following program segments: 1 Senior Christmas Luncheon 2. St. Francis Medical Center's Our Lady Guadalupe Celebration 3 Market Place of Lynwood 4 Watts Health Foundation's Women and Children Center Commissioner Pacheco stated that she enjoyed the Lynwood Showcase. She also stated that the still shots were beautiful. Commissioner McZeal stated that she enjoyed the Lynwood Showcase. Commissioner Fields stated that the Lynwood Showcase was nicely done. Commissioner Cunningham stated that he too, enjoyed the Lynwood Showcase. Commissioner Lewis stated that he liked the still shots in the first segment. He also stated that by using a RF mic when interviewing, allows for only the sound that is required to be picked up. He stated that to better benefit our needs, a higher quality mic should be purchased. Staff person Roberson agreed that a higher quality mic would eliminate other sounds when recording. 0 0 COMMUNITY CABLE ACCESS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 8,1996 MEETING Commissioner Lewis stated that on the Watts Health Foundation segment, because there was no voiceover to explain it, he was not able to remember what it was about. He stated that a voiceover would hold the viewers interest while watching the segment. Staff person Roberson stated that he and Staff person Howard discussed the need of a voiceover in the Watts Health Foundation segment earlier when they viewed the Lynwood Showcase. Commissioner Lewis stated that a sound bite voiceover would be better He stated that it would bring the viewers up to date. Commissioner Lewis also stated that overall the Lynwood Showcase was well done. H. A. COMMISSIONER'/ STAFF REPORT Staff person Howard stated due to illness she was unable to present the information to the Commissioners, regarding implementing a stipend for the Adult Cable Production Workshop for the month of January 1996. She stated, as for the polling of the City Council, she called them and the overall response was good. She stated that the City Council commended the Community Cable Access Advisory Commission and staff for a job will done at the November 13, 1995, Cable Awards.Program. THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, THE COMMUNITY CABLE ACCESS ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 6:40 P.M.