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What This Bill Does
Starting October 27, the government channel will be off the air on Comcast channel 19 and Frontier channel 32. The channel will remain unavailable until the county completes its move to the new County Administration Center in early 2026.
Residents who rely on cable television to watch Sarasota County Commission meetings must switch to online streaming services, as traditional cable broadcasts are suspended until 2026.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Cable television viewers in Sarasota County
Residents who use Comcast 19 or Frontier 32 to watch county programming must transition to digital streaming methods.
Key Facts
- Access Sarasota cable broadcasts on Comcast 19 and Frontier 32 are suspended effective October 27.
- The broadcast suspension will last until the county moves to the new administration center at 1 Apex Road in early 2026.
- County Commission meetings remain available via the 'Live TV' button on scgov.net.
- Meetings can be viewed on-demand through the county website.
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- The Cablecast app is available for streaming on Apple and Android mobile devices.
- Custom streaming apps for Sarasota County Government are available on Roku and Apple TV.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I watch County Commission meetings while the cable channel is off the air?
When will the cable channel return to service?
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Transition to Digital-First Broadcasting
The county is effectively moving away from traditional cable broadcasting toward digital streaming apps and web-based platforms for the duration of their facility relocation.
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