Public hearing for Cablevision's franchise renewal in Montvale on March 30, 2026.
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- Published
- Category
- Court Notice
- City
- Montvale
- Address
- Montvale, New Jersey
- Case #
- CE26020038
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
Attend the Public Hearing
Join the virtual public hearing on March 30, 2026, at either 4:30 p.m. or 5:30 p.m.
- 2
Submit Comments
Send your comments by April 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. via email or the Board's website.
- 3
Request Accommodations
If needed, request accommodations 48 hours before the hearing by contacting board.secretary@bpu.nj.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the case number for the Cablevision public hearing?
- The case number is CE26020038.
- When is the public hearing for Cablevision's franchise renewal?
- The public hearing is on March 30, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
- How can I submit comments for the public hearing?
- Comments can be submitted via the Board's Public Document Search tool or emailed to board.secretary@bpu.nj.gov.
- Where can I find the application for Cablevision's franchise renewal?
- The application is available at https://norrismclaughlin.com/Cablevision_Public_Filing/Rockland-Ramapo/
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Full Notice Text
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING In the Matter of the Application for Renewal of a System-Wide Cable Television Franchise for Cablevision of Rockland/Ramapo, LLC BPU Docket No. CE26020038 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to the “Cable Television Act,” N.J.S.A. 48:5A-16(f), the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (“NJBPU” or “Board”) hereby gives notice of virtual public hearings to discuss the application of Cablevision of Rockland/Ramapo, LLC (“Cablevision”) for renewal of a systemwide franchise (“SWF”). Background On December 16, 2010, the Board issued an order memorializing the conversion by Cablevision of its municipal consent-based franchise in the Borough of Montvale (“Montvale”) to a System-wide cable television franchise for a term of seven (7) years. On September 22, 2017, the Board issued a SWF renewal to Cablevision for a term of seven (7) years, to expire on September 17, 2024, in BPU Docket No. CE17040432. Cablevision currently serves one (1) municipality under its SWF. On February 19, 2026, Cablevision filed an application (“Application”) with the Board's Office of Cable Television & Telecommunications, requesting the renewal of its SWF to continue offering cable television service in Montvale. A copy of the Application is available for examination by interested parties at: https://norrismclaughlin.com/Cablevision_Public_Filing/Rockland-Ramapo/ Under applicable law found at N.J.S.A. 48:5A-18, N.J.A.C. 14:18-14.3, and N.J.A.C. 14:18-14.18, notice is hereby given that the Board will conduct two public hearings electronically to receive comments in connection with Cablevision's Application with the Board for renewal of its SWF. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that, as authorized by N.J.S.A. 10:4-9.3, virtual public hearings will be conducted on the following date and times so that members of the public may present their views: DATE:March 30, 2026 TIME: at 4:30 p.m. DIAL IN: 877 853 5247 US Toll-free VIDEO LINK: Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82918142053?pwd=Y0FigBv2ogDiWVbTlC7dd3ifWkjeXf.1 MEETING ID: 829 1814 2053 PASSCODE: 339712 DATE: March 30, 2026 TIME: at 5:30 p.m. DIAL IN: 888 788 0099 US Toll-free VIDEO LINK: Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85228880411?pwd=iK2QdRcUUsjpyu8gKLctDd9GaQgG6J.1 MEETING ID: 852 2888 0411 PASSCODE: 452988 Members of the public are invited to participate by utilizing the access information set forth above and may express their views on this filing. All comments will become part of the final record in this proceeding to be considered by the Board. In order to encourage full participation in this opportunity for public comment, please submit any requests for accommodations, such as interpreters and/or listening assistance, forty-eight (48) hours prior to the above hearing to the Board Secretary at board.secretary@bpu.nj.gov. Comments The Board is also accepting written and/or electronic comments. All public comments should be filed under Docket No. CE26020038. The deadline for comments on this matter is 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on April 6, 2026. While all comments will be given equal consideration and will be made part of the final record of this proceeding, the preferred method of transmittal is via the Board's Public Document Search tool. Search for the docket number listed above, and post by utilizing the “Post Comments” button. Emailed comments may also be filed with the Secretary of the Board, in pdf or Word format, to board.secretary@bpu.nj.gov. Written comments may also be submitted to the Board Secretary, Sherri L. Lewis, RMC at the Board of Public Utilities, 44 South Clinton Avenue, 1st Floor, P.O. Box 350, Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0350. All emailed or mailed comments should include reference to Docket Number CE26020038. All comments are considered “public documents” for purposes of the State's Open Public Records Act. Commenters may identify information that they seek to keep confidential by submitting them in accordance with the confidentiality procedures set forth in N.J.A.C. 14:1-12.3. A copy of this Notice is being served upon the Clerk of the affected municipality. Further information and copies of the Petition may also be obtained at the Board's Offices located at 44 South Clinton Avenue, 1st Floor, Trenton, NJ 08625. Any members of the public who wish to inspect the petition at the Board should contact the Board's Division of Case Management at (609) 292-0806 or board.secretary@bpu.nj.gov Record/Herald News 3/9/2026 (440) $96.80 12149276