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8. Other LexMedia ?? Dave Becker recommended that the Committee consider allowing LexMedia to directly receive money from the PEG account. He reminded the Committee that currently the Town is on the hook if not enough money comes through the PEG account. Being an intermediary of the funds places the Town at legal and financial risk. ?? Maria recommended that a letter come from the Committee and the Board of Selectmen, recognizing Jim Akimchuk’s service to the Town as acting Executive Director for LexMedia. She will draft a letter for the Board. Committee voted to support such a letter. 9. Cable Operator’s Matrix /Payment Schedule . Discussed Current PEG Account. Balance. All payments seem to be reflected in the accounting statement. Continue to monitor and understand how and when credits are appearing on the statement. It is still unclear what is the current balance. 10. Complaints for October: Two programming issues were brought to the Committee’s attention. One, when a subscriber inquired of Comcast customer service about getting the Hallmark Channel, they were told that the channel selection was up the Town. This is erroneous and will be voiced to Jane Lyman in the next meeting she attends. Two, When RCN moves to all digital, its channels for local access may change to be in the 900’s. This was unclear to the operators at RCN and Committee will question RCN representative when he is next present. 11. Wireless Antenna sub-committee: ?? Nextel continues to show interest. 12. Town Liaison Report – Connie R not present 13. New Business –Introduction of John Rommelfanger, Applicant for Committee Membership. He introduced himself, discussed his interest and background.