I thought Blake brought up an excellent point. Here is the resolution that was passed this Sunday night with regard to cable. I tried to bold the most important parts. Essentially, the SGA recognized the fact that if it didn’t step up to pay for cable in the coming year, no one else would. But we were also adamant about the fact that this is something that should be paid for by something other than the SAF so that the money can be redirected into what it was meant for, student activities. I just want to thank people for contributing all of their thoughts with us on this controversial issue. I look forward to hearing what you have to say about this resolution and other topics. Also, if there is a topic you would like to be brought to our attention, you can always post it on the website and get a fast response from a variety of SGA memebers.

Bryce

Cable Negotiations Resolution:
WHEREAS, the Trinity College Student Government Association recognizes the desire of the student body to continue to have access to Cable services on campus,

WHEREAS, the last minute nature of the current situation puts strain on the ability of the SGA to negotiate with the college as to the source of funds

BE IT RESOLVED, the SGA authorizes the Trinity College administration to accept a one-year extension with Comcast or another cable service that does not exceed an 11% increase from the previous academic year

BE IT RESOLVED, the SGA rejects the currently proposed contract by Comcast cable and not renew its existing contract

BE IT RESOLVED, the SGA will look into possible alternative sources of funding for cable service in the 2009-2010 academic year

BE IT RESOLVED, any other offer that the Trinity College administration feels meets the needs of the college will be offered to the SGA for further consideration in a possible emergency session

BE IT RESOLVED, the SGA intends to work towards finding a source of funding alternative to the SAF for the cable service