There is certainly no need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to a Public Access facility being established here in Wicomico County.  Examples of these facilities exist in literally every state and certainly right here in Maryland.

A shining example of such a facility exists in Carroll County Maryland. Their Media Center opened in 2003 and consists of approximately 9,000 sq feet of studio, edit, and office space. Of course other Maryland counties have long established Public Access facilities as well.

Certainly PAC 14 has a similar vision for our community - and - a conceptual plan as well. Our facility would be the video equivalent of  a public library. Citizens could use our Salisbury facility to produce local  programming. The Media Center would provide studios, many edit  suites, a conference and training room, and services similar to other Access facilities. Comparing with Carroll's facility, PAC 14 currently occupies about 900 sq. feet with no room/space larger than 10x10.  

Wicomico is without doubt a growing and vibrant community. Since March 1999 PAC 14 has served as the sole source of truly 'local' programming - showcasing our community. Yet with all the successes to date, there is a need to provide and accomplish more!

If you support what PAC 14 is doing and share our vision for the future - please join us! Public Access is a service powered by people so the more we have with us the stronger the service becomes. Here's how you can get involved. First, become a local producer. Attend a free workshop and qualify to use the PAC 14 cameras, editors and services. Second, add your name to our list of supporters. Your signature is extremely valuable and officially establishes your support. Third, voice your opinion. Support PAC 14 verbally and publicly. Talk to our local elected officials, write a letter to the editor, ask friends family and co-workers to do the same. Anything you can do to help us achieve our most pressing goal - a Community Media Center - would be appreciated.