Jobs- Field Producer Wanted

August 06, 2014

Channel 17/Town Meeting Television, Chittenden County’s government access channel, seeks experienced videographer, strong in ‘field’ production settings. Applicants should have an interest in transparent and open local government and commitment to community media principals.

Calendar of 2014 Live General Primary Election Forums

July 28, 2014

Quick calendar of Live election programs available via Channel 17/Town Meeting TV.  For more Election programs search "elections" and to tune in for LIVE events visit Live Events.

Update on Burlington Telecom Hearings & Next Action Steps

July 25, 2014

Here is an update on the Burlington Telecom proceeding (a/k/a Docket 7044) which will have a major impact on the future of BT, its future management structure and the City's long-term ownership position. There are opportunities to continue public pressure on the outcome of BT's future structure and ownership. Read more about how you can participate.

BT's Future: Next Steps You Can Take Today

July 11, 2014

More than 50 concerned citizens turned out on Tuesday evening (July 8th) for the Vermont Public Service Board’s hearing on Burlington Telecom. So many thanks to those who testified! There are next steps you can take TODAY!

Public Hearing on 7/8! Community Media Allies Call for Public involvement on Future of Burlington Telecom

July 07, 2014

Weigh in on the future of BT at a Public Hearing on 7/8 at 7 p.m. in Burlington. Your local community media organizations - VCAM, RETN, and Channel 17 and CCTV, are working hard to influence the next chapter of BT and are aiming to represent the broad interests of community media makers and consumers in the current VT Public Service Board process.  But, we need your help!

Access Testimony to the PSB on Docket #7044 Affecting the Future of Burlington Telecom

July 02, 2014

The City of Burlington is requesting permission from the Vermont Public Service Board to transfer ownership of Burlington Telecom (BT) to private hands and relief on key conditions of its Certificate of Public Good. What follows is the testimony presented to the Vermont Public Service Board on behalf of Burlington's Access Management organizations.

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Applications Now Open for the Spring 2025 Cohort of the Neighborhood Community Media Internship Program

Town Meeting TV is excited to announce that applications are now open for the Spring 2025 cohort of the Neighborhood Community Media Internship program. Join up to 8 other youth to engage in interesting media making projects! This paid media internship opportunity is designed for youth aged 16-20 who are eager to gain professional experience in the audio-visual field and develop a deeper understanding of their local community. The group will meet under the leadership of Town Meeting TV's Travis Washington from the end of January 2025 to the beginning of June 2025, on a schedule agreed upon by the whole cohort. Click here to apply!

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