1- Can anyone have a show on BTV12?
No. BTV12 is not a public access channel, therefore channel resources and airtime are restricted to government and educational use only. However, ideas and suggestions for future programming are welcome.
2- Who can submit information to be posted on the video bulletin board?
The City of Bonita Springs departments and the divisions they represent may utilize the video bulletin board to communicate services, events, employment opportunities and other public service announcements.
Community groups may also utilize this service if the information they wish to communicate has a connection to government or education.
Messages will be scheduled based on their relevance to BTV12 programming objectives and time period categories.
Receipt of a message does not guarantee its appearance on BTV12.
Messages for the video bulletin board must be received at least ten (10) business days prior to the desired airdate.
Messages may be edited for brevity and clarity.
Home phone numbers and other personal information about an individual may not be included without their written permission. The Production Consultant will design the on-air message using visual elements available. Special elements (e.g.: photos, logos, artwork, etc.) must be provided at the time the request is submitted and are subject to editing.
To submit a message, write, fax or email the Production Consultant:
BTV12 – Video Bulletin Board
City of Bonita Springs
9101 Bonita Beach Rd.
Bonita Springs, FL 34135
Fax: 239-949-6262
E-mail: info@bonitatv12.org
Please include this information:
A press release or general description of the item (100 word maximum).
The name, phone number and e-mail address of a contact person.
The date the message should begin airing.
The date the message should stop airing.
You may submit the message exactly as you would like to see it broadcast, but as mentioned, BTV12 reserves the right to edit submissions. Your message should be simple and to the point. For guidance, imagine you had a big billboard on a major highway to communicate your message. It would need to be brief and to the point so people could see it as they drove by. Or think of good classified ads you've read. Don't forget to double-check all information for accuracy! You will receive an e-mail confirmation that your request was received. Because of the volume of requests we receive, you may not be able to preview your message before airing.
3- Are BTV12’s facilities and equipment available to the citizens of Bonita Springs?
No. The equipment and facilities of BTV12 may only be used by the Production Consultant, or interns and staff approved by the Production Consultant and the City Council.
4- How can I get a copy of a program I saw on BTV12?
Copies of programs produced by Government Cable Channel 12 may be obtained subject to the following price and policy:
Media Provided By Requester -- Single Program (up to 1 hour) $10.00
Media Provided by BTV12 -- Single Program (up to 1 hour) $20.00
Meetings $10.00 per hour, $10.00 per DVD/CD
Minimum of one (1) hour; portions of an hour constitute a full hour.
Payment for dubs may be made in cash, check or money-order, payable to "City of Bonita Springs."
Copies of programs, meetings or portions of meetings for in-house, governmental use are provided at no charge. That governmental agency or official is expected to provide the high quality media, otherwise copies of programs/meetings made on recorded media provided by Government Cable Channel 12 for use in-house remain the property of Government Cable Channel 12.
5- Can I make a suggestion for a program to be produced by BTV12?
Absolutely. Just follow the suggestions and comments link and tell us what you would like us to consider for future production.
6- How can I get more information about BTV12?
Just call us at 949-6262 or send us an e-mail at info@bonitatv12.org
Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing.