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In 1991 , Millcreek Township adopted a cable television ordinance and entered into an agreement with TCI of Pennsylvania . This agreement also provided a cable channel for local government access programming . Roseanne Eckerson , the previous Director of Public Services , spearheaded the formation of Millcreek ’ s own TV channel . Various cable companies have come and gone , but the Millcreek Government Channel has endured . MGC is Millcreek Township ’ s own TV station viewed on Charter Spectrum Channel 9 or 97.2 . Our programs are seen throughout Erie County , with the exception of Erie City and Edinboro . Judy Zelina along with Jessica Stutzman moderate a variety of community service shows on the Millcreek Government Channel , some of which are “ on location ” taking them to many different sites throughout the County .
Judy came on board 11 years ago upon Roseanne ’ s retirement . One of her duties in Public Services was the Millcreek Government Channel . She enjoys learning something new with every program she tapes . “ I really enjoy filming on location ”, stated Judy . “ It puts a whole different perspective on the subject . Whether we are at the Zoo , Presque Isle or one of our beautiful Millcreek parks , we bring you the feeling of being right there .”
Phil Fatica moderated alongside Judy for 10 years . He was no stranger to TV , having worked with WICU and WSEE in the past . The community was saddened by Phil ’ s passing in 2015 . His enthusiasm and love of life came through with all of his shows . Jessica Stutzman joined the MGC team in 2016 . She is Millcreek Township ’ s Recycling Coordinator and appeared with Judy or Phil frequently as a guest on the
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show . She began scripting and appearing in numerous recycling commercials on the channel . These events made for a smooth transition to have Jessica join Judy as a moderator for MGC programs . “ It has been a truly wonderful experience to join the MGC family alongside Judy and the WQLN crew .” Jessica reflected , “ This team is so talented and creative . Together , we are always aspiring to keep our shows engaging and relevant to our viewers .”
The Government Channel is proud to have won awards along the way . One of MGC ’ s proudest accomplishments was receiving First Place in the 44th Annual PSAT ’ s ( PA State Association of Township Supervisors ) Communication Contest . Millcreek received the First Place honor in the Miscellaneous Communication Media Category / Cable TV Program for their program on the “ Millfair Compost & Recycling Center ”. MGC is also the Second Place winner of the 48th Annual PSAT ’ S Communication Contest for the program “ Presque Isle State Park Winter 2015 ”. This annual contest recognizes townships across the state for their achievements in communicating current township issues through various forms of media .
MGC receives many calls from different organizations requesting an interview .
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There are specific guidelines that are followed and the organization must meet specified criteria . First , they must be a nonprofit 501C organization , and the material must meet with the Millcreek Supervisor ’ s approval . Unlike Cable Access , MGC shows do not endorse a for profit business , group or individual .
Once an organization is cleared for the air , the next step is taping . On-air taping is handled by the WQLN Production team at their Peach Street TV studio . The production team then assures proper lighting , strategic positioning of the cameras , which allows them to capture all the anticipated action and correct microphone placement . At this point , recording begins . Programs are directed and cut live during the interviews , and recorded to the WQLN server to be accessed later .
The recorded video is then edited in a non-linear computer program called Final Cut Pro . This top of the line video editing program is the same program used to edit Hollywood films . The editing process
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