[Vision2020] Time Warner Cable & KAYU

Thu Dec 21 14:43:20 PST 2006

Granted, the customer does not have total control over which (each and
every) channels they subscribe for (I am unaware of ANY cable company that
offers this to its customers). . . and (yes) it would be really cool if ever
such an availability became reality, but for an initial cost of about $80.00
and monthly cost of $50.00 I have access to everything that I enjoyed with
Adelphia (later Time/Warner) and then some.

My personal recommendation, Matt:  Switch over to DirectTV for its sports
access and package deals.  Switch over to First Step Internet (FSI) for your
internet access.  I have been with FSI ever since my junior year at UI.  The
only thing that has happened with FSI over that time is that they have
expanded their "menu" and continue to improve on all facets of their
offerings.

Tom Hansen

"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: Matt Decker [mailto:mattd2107 at hotmail.com] 
Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 2:26 PM
To: thansen at moscow.com; sslund at roadrunner.com; vision2020 at moscow.com
Subject: Re: [Vision2020] Time Warner Cable & KAYU

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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