[Vision2020] Time Warner Cable & KAYU

Thu Dec 21 14:25:59 PST 2006

Tom,

You think its worth switching? I've been pondering the last couple of days. 
My biggest question is my internet access that is through those Time Warner 
SOBs. I NEED MY FOOTBALL:)

Matt

>From: "Tom Hansen" <thansen at moscow.com>
>To: "'Saundra Lund'" <sslund at roadrunner.com>,        "'Vision2020'" 
><vision2020 at moscow.com>
>Subject: Re: [Vision2020] Time Warner Cable & KAYU
>Date: Thu, 21 Dec 2006 14:04:30 -0800
>
>Speaking of switches, Saundra -
>
>I have been a subscriber of cable television (Adelphia - Time/Warner) ever
>since I moved to Moscow from Kellogg back in 1992.
>
>I have had DirectTV installed as of 3:00 yesterday (12/20/2006) afternoon.
>I subscribed to their Basic Plus package for $50.00 per month along with 
>its
>185 channels (including the NFL channel and my favorite shoe salesman, Al
>Bundy, on Fox).
>
>The NFL Channel will afford me an opportunity Saturday evening to watch the
>Oakland Raiders lose to the Kansas City Chiefs (hopefully by less than six
>points).
>
>The only question I have is "Why didn't I switch over earlier?"
>
>Seeya round town, Moscow.
>
>Tom Hansen
>Moscow, Idaho
>
>"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving
>safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in
>sideways, chocolate in one hand, a drink in the other, body thoroughly used
>up, totally worn out and screaming 'WOO HOO. What a ride!'"
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: vision2020-bounces at moscow.com [mailto:vision2020-bounces at moscow.com]
>On Behalf Of Saundra Lund
>Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 1:47 PM
>To: 'Vision2020'
>Subject: [Vision2020] Time Warner Cable & KAYU
>
>For those who haven't see the following information . . .
>
>Has anyone tried the A/B switch?  I think in years past I used one, but I'm
>not sure how that would work to get KAYU -- does anyone know?
>
>Saundra Lund
>
>
>http://www.timewarnercable.com/northwest/moscowkayu.html
>"TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS
>
>As you are aware, we were forced to stop providing KAYU programming to our
>cable customers on December 14th, 2006.  My entire team and I sincerely
>apologize for any inconvenience this situation has caused; we simply do not
>have the legal right to carry the signal without KAYU's consent.
>
>KAYU is asking Time Warner Cable to pay for its signal. We believe that our
>customers should not have to pay a special surcharge to see the programming
>KAYU broadcasts via a public license obtained to serve the community
>interest.  We want nothing more than to work towards a mutually beneficial
>long-term agreement with KAYU and will continue to actively negotiate with
>Northwest Broadcasting in the hope of returning this programming to our
>customers.
>
>Customers with a high-speed internet connection can view some FOX
>programming at www.myspace.com/fox.
>
>Time Warner Cable has always negotiated in good faith to ensure our
>customers receive their favorite networks, uninterrupted.  We have
>successfully done so with hundreds of broadcasters and cable networks 
>across
>the country.
>
>At Time Warner Cable, keeping our customers' bills as low as possible is a
>primary focus. We are doing everything in our power to hold down the rate 
>of
>growth on our programming costs, which is the largest contributor to rate
>increases.  This clearly is our goal as we continue negotiations with KAYU.
>
>We are committed to helping our customers get through this situation as we
>work toward a resolution.  We want to convey to you our sincerest
>appreciation for your business.
>
> >From our Time Warner Cable family to yours, have a happy and safe holiday
>season.
>
>
>Deena Gibbs
>General Manager
>Time Warner Cable"
>
>
>http://www.timewarnercable.com/northwest/kayufaqs.html
>"KAYU Facts
>
>12/15/06
>
>At midnight on December 14, 2006, we were forced to stop providing KAYU
>programming to our cable customers in Coeur d'Alene, Moscow/Pullman and
>Libby.  Read more about this situation...
>. KAYU is asking for Time Warner Cable to pay for its signal. They get the
>ability to carry the signal for free from the government, and anyone can 
>get
>this signal for free, over the air. Time Warner Cable customers should not
>have to pay for something that can be received for free. We made several
>offers to KAYU during these negotiations; as recently as yesterday we sent
>another proposal. KAYU has rejected them all.
>. The owners of KAYU submitted a response to our most recent proposal. They
>actually increased their demand by almost 400%. Clearly they are not 
>seeking
>to reach an agreement, and they are not concerned about their viewers. They
>also refused our request for an extension so that we could continue to
>negotiate. By refusing, KAYU has put our customers in the middle of this
>dispute.
>. In the meantime, we are providing our customers with antennas and a/b
>switches (in our Coeur d' Alene market) so that they can still watch this
>programming over the air. The antennas and switches are being provided free
>of charge. Customers can call 888-683-1000 to learn more. Unfortunately,
>customers in our Libby, MT, Moscow, ID and Pullman WA systems probably
>cannot pick KAYU up off air.  Customers with high-speed Internet access can
>view some FOX programming at www.myspace.com/fox.
>. We are aware that this situation is occurring during the crucial time in
>the Seahawks season. We apologize for any inconvenience this situation
>causes, but we simply do not have the legal right to carry the signal
>without KAYU's consent.
>. We have always negotiated in good faith to ensure our customers receive
>their favorite networks, uninterrupted, and we successfully have negotiated
>fair agreements with hundreds of broadcasters and cable networks across the
>country to ensure uninterrupted programming.
>. Time Warner Cable wants nothing more than to work towards a mutually
>beneficial long-term agreement. We will continue to actively negotiate with
>KAYU, and we're also seeking alternative methods to bring you FOX
>programming.
>
>Frequently Asked Questions
>
>Why was KAYU dropped from the Time Warner Cable system?
>KAYU must give permission for Time Warner Cable to carry its programming. 
>If
>we don't agree to their demands, we are required by federal law to stop
>carrying their programming.
>
>What are KAYU demands?
>KAYU is asking for Time Warner Cable to pay for its signal; a signal they
>give away free over the air. Time Warner Cable 's position is that cable
>customers should not be penalized for KAYU's insistence on getting paid to
>stay on our cable system. Time Warner Cable made several offers to KAYU
>during these negotiations; however, KAYU has rejected them all.
>
>How can I get Fox Network programming?
>In order to ensure you continue to receive KAYU until this situation is
>resolved, Time Warner Cable is providing customers with a FREE A/B switch.
>This equipment will allow you to continue to receive KAYU off-air with a
>flip of a switch. Call 888-683-1000 to receive a free A/B switch.
>
>Who can I contact about this?
>Call KAYU directly at (509) 448-2828 or e-mail them at www.fox28spokane.com
>under the contact section to tell them to negotiate in good faith with Time
>Warner Cable in order to bring back the channel to Time Warner Cable's line
>up.
>
>What is a "retransmission agreement?"
>The Federal government gives television stations the right to grant or deny
>permission for cable systems to carry or "retransmit" their signals.
>
>With KAYU removed from the lineup, what will replace it?
>We are exploring the best programming solutions to continue to provide
>customers with the superb programming choices you've come to expect.
>
>With KAYU isn't on the lineup any more, can you get another FOX Channel to
>replace it?
>We hope to be able to come to an agreement with KAYU shortly. When a 
>station
>does goes away in situations like this, it is not be Time Warner's 
>decision,
>it is the decision of the station. We of course will explore all 
>programming
>options to provide our customer with as much programming choice as 
>possible.
>
>
>Where can I get updates on this negotiations?
>For updates on this situation, check back with this Website.
>
>
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