VII. OTHER CONDITIONS
A. Videotape
NCAC will provide videotape stock free of charge to members for edited masters only, on a first-come, first-served basis. This tape will be the property of NCAC to be kept in the NCAC tape library for the duration of that programs active playback schedule. All production tapes (raw footage, B-roll, etc.) must be purchased by the community producer. New videotape, at a reduced rate, will be available to all members. Community producers are encouraged to seek grants or underwriting to defray production costs.
There are bulletin boards at the NCAC office for announcements from NCAC to members and for members to use to communicate with each other. A copy of these policies, appeals procedures, the most recent minutes of the NCAC Board of Directors and other documents will be posted.
NCAC does not have facilities to make multiple dubs of programs, and staff are not permitted to make such dubs! Producers are allowed to make one copy of their program for personal use, on tape stock they provide. Producers must not generally announce that dubs are available from NCAC. If a program is likely to generate multiple requests for copies, the producer should arrange with the Executive Director to place a Dub Master on hand at a professional dubbing company, where viewers may be advised to call for copies of the program. Producers may not use NCAC facilities for multiple dubbing.
D. Volunteers and Interns
NCAC relies heavily on the services of volunteers. NCAC members are encouraged to volunteer during and after their training and certification. Students who are receiving high school or college credit are encouraged to intern. All volunteers and interns must become NCAC members and sign the Agreement included in the Rules and Procedures.
E. Facility Up-keep
1. The NCAC facility is a public building with substantial electronic equipment. Therefore, it is a strictly enforced, non-smoking environment. No smoke or fog machines are permitted in the studio.
2. Community producers are expected to clean up each time they use this facility. This includes striking sets, replacing all equipment and cables, and sweeping floors.
3. No animals are allowed in the building except for seeing eye dogs and similar aid animals, and animals which are an integral part of a particular program. Producer wishing to bring an animal into the facility for a production must be have prior approval of the Public Access Coordinator, in order to alert persons with known allergies, etc.
4. Eating and drinking are allowed only in designated areas which must be kept clean by users.
5. Community producers must remove all set materials from the facility when they are finished. NCAC has limited storage space for sets, to be used at the discretion of the Executive Director.
6. NCAC office equipment and supplies may not be used for sets. No one may use another's set without permission.
7. NCAC is not responsible for sets, props or personal items left on the premises.
F. Right To Refuse
NCAC reserves the right to refuse the use of its facilities to any individual who appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs or who interferes with the orderly conduct of business.
G. Indemnification
Users of the access channels shall indemnify the City of Newton, MediaOne, RCN, NCAC, their employees, and the NCAC Board of Directors against any and all liabilities arising out of use of facilities and resources, or out of breach of the Agreement with these Policies.
H. Interpretation
Where the implementation of these policies are subject to interpretation, decisions shall be at the discretion of the NCAC Executive Director or a designee.
I. Appeals
Community producers and NCAC members are encouraged to resolve difficulties on the staff level. Any community producer or member wishing to appeal an action of the staff, or to communicate a problem or complaint should utilize the Memo to the Director form provided for this purpose, and thereby communicate this appeal or message to the Executive Director. After receipt, the Executive Director will provide a written response in 15 days or less. If the Member should be dissatisfied with the response, he or she may request a hearing before the NCAC Board of Directors, by contacting the Personnel Committee of NCAC.
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