Starting an LPFM Station How
to Start and Operate Your Own Community Radio Station for $10 Per
Day
Low Power FM was created
by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in January
2000. Non-profit organizations were permitted to file for
stations during four "FCC filing windows" from June 2000
to June 2001. Today, 858 LPFM are on-the-air; of these, 52%
are operated by churches and Christian ministries, primarily with
music programming. Formats range from KGOD-LP airing Scripture
24/7 without commentary to stations offering "God's
County," (Christian country music format).
Christian Community Broadcasters was founded by John and
Henri Broomall in early 2000 to assist churches, ministries,
schools, and other community groups file for, construct, and operate
LPFM stations. CCB has assisted more than one hundred
"communicasters" (community LPFM / NCE groups), from basic filings to
the most complex technical and regulatory challenges. This
primary purpose of this website and its various links is to provide
current and accurate information about LPFM, equipment, programming,
music licensing, and underwriting ("paying the
bills"). Please read and then contact CCB with
your questions: 678
880-0676 or JohnBroomall@Yahoo.com Two
basic requirements must be met
by all prospective broadcasters: (1) the opportunity to file and (2)
the availability of a frequency. After a wait of seven years,
the FCC is expected to open a filing "window" later this
year. The decision to file must be made as soon as
possible. Procrastinators will have to pay more and will have
to make hasty decision once the FCC makes its official notice.
CCB will conduct a free preliminary study to determine if a
frequency is available in your area. There are few to no
opportunities in or near large metropolitan area ... while there are
multiple frequency in small towns away from major population
center. Your first step is to contact CCB 678
880-0676 or JohnBroomall@Yahoo.com
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