| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ALASKA BROADCAST TELEVISION, INC. Doing Business As: KCFT-CD |
Tom Steigleman P. O. BOX 210830 ANCHORAGE, AK 99521 United States |
+1 (907) 333-6535 |
tom@cbimediagroup.com |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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JOSEPH CHAUTIN , III . ESQ. HARDY, CAREY, CHAUTIN & BALKIN, LLP |
1080 WEST CAUSEWAY APPROACH MANDEVILLE, LA 70471 United States |
+1 (985) 629-0777 |
JCHAUTIN@HARDYCAREY.COM |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Independent |
| Affiliated network | FamilyNet | |
| Nielsen DMA | Anchorage | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.kcft.org |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 5.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 0.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 0.0 |
| Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (1 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Torchlighters |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesday's 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Torchlighters is a series of animated programs for youth ages 8-12, presenting the lives of true-life heroes of Christian history. Each episode carefully follows the life story of one of the heroes of the faith. The moral, spiritual and life lessons learned are applicable to life today. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dr. Wonder's Workshop |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday 12:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The show is targeted largely to a deaf/hard-of-hearing populace. The main characters are all deaf, and speak in American Sign Language (ASL). For non-deaf viewers, the show is done with voiceover narration |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | iShine KNECT |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday's 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | iShine KNECT is designed for kids and parents to connect with each other and have some wacky fun in the process. The program is designed to give a lift of encouragement and faith that will help tweens deal with life with Christian values at home, church and school! |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Scaly Adventures |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday's 12:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Scaly Adventures is a youth oriented adventure series that profiles exotic animals and experts who work to conserve and protect them. The passion of the Scaly Adventures Crew is to entertain kids while encouraging them to reach for the stars and follow their dreams. At the time of filming Season One, Pierce, the main host, was 12 years old. Scaly Adventures is entirely filmed, edited, produced and distributed by the Curren family. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Donkey Ollie |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday's 12:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Donkey Ollie is a series of musical episodes that follows a Donkey named Ollie through Jesus' time as he meets new characters and learns many valuable lessons along the way. Donkey Ollie is animated with incredible graphics, songs and morals in a way that draws in audiences of every age. Ollie is especially geared toward preschool and early grade school children but it's entertaining for the whole family as well. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Real Winning Edge |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday's 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Real Winning Edge is a weekly half-hour television series that meets the educational and informational objectives of the FCC's Children's Programming requirements for children ages 13-16. The program highlights adolescents and young adults making the right choices when faced with tough decisions and significant challenges. Recognizing that 13 to 16-year-olds are likely to be influenced by celebrities, the series features role models from the professional sports and the entertainment industries. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, presenting a powerful and positive message. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Adventures in Odyssey |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday's 12:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The stories teach moral and biblical principles through comedy, suspense, romance and mystery in the small town of Odyssey |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sugar Creek Gang |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 14 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Based on a series of books by Paul Hutchens, The Sugar Creek Gang series chronicles the adventures of Bill, Collins, Poetry, Circus, Dragonfly, Big Jim, Little Jim, and the rest of the residents of Sugar Creek as they resolve moral issues and build character. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Life 101 |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday's 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Real life 101 explores real life jobs and careers in an energetic style as an education and information presentation for teen viewers. The careers and people chosen to reflect those categories offer a vital inside look at what is would really be like to choose that particular profession. A co-hose approach allows for interchange of questions and responses adding viewer insight. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Miss Charity's Diner |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesday's 12:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Faithville Gospelcast Productions is a non-profit charitable organization in the United States and Canada. Their office and studio facilities are located in Ontario. They produce family television and radio programming for children that entertains and educates. The goal is to assist parents, grandparents and educators in the development of children. The programs are designed to help the family instill good morals values, respect for one another and one's individual importance. The curriculum and programs always teach the golden rule 'treat others as you would want them to treat you.' |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
| Name of children's programming liaison | Tom Steigleman |
| Address | 6401 E. Northern Lights Blvd |
| City | Anchorage |
| State | AK |
| Zip | 99504 |
| Telephone Number | (907) 337-2020 |
| Email Address | tom@kcft.org |
| Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3. | Filed case number 2970403 as we were having trouble with the preemption reports for each preempted show. On Wednesday February 22 Dr. Wonders Workshop and Sugar Creek Gang were preempted due to sports broadcasts, On Tuesday March 7 Miss Charity's Diner and Tourchlighters were preempted due to sports broadcasts, On Friday March 17 Adventures in Odyssey and Real Life 101 were preempted due to sports broadcasts, On Tuesday March 21 Miss Charity's Diner and Tourchlighters were preempted due to sports broadcasts, however the number of hours of E/I programming airing was in excess of the FCC requirement even with the preemptions. |
| Other Matters (1 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Life 101 |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday's 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Real life 101 explores real life jobs and careers in an energetic style as an education and information presentation for teen viewers. The careers and people chosen to reflect those categories offer a vital inside look at what is would really be like to choose that particular profession. A co-hose approach allows for interchange of questions and responses adding viewer insight. |
| Other Matters (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Scaly Adventures |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday's 12:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 6 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Scaly Adventures is a youth oriented adventure series that profiles exotic animals and experts who work to conserve and protect them. The passion of the Scaly Adventures Crew is to entertain kids while encouraging them to reach for the stars and follow their dreams. At the time of filming Season One, Pierce, the main host, was 12 years old. Scaly Adventures is entirely filmed, edited, produced and distributed by the Curren family. |
| Other Matters (3 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Donkey Ollie |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday's 12:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Donkey Ollie is a series of musical episodes that follows a Donkey named Ollie through Jesus' time as he meets new characters and learns many valuable lessons along the way. Donkey Ollie is animated with incredible graphics, songs and morals in a way that draws in audiences of every age. Ollie is especially geared toward preschool and early grade school children but it's entertaining for the whole family as well. |
| Other Matters (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Torchlighters |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesday 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Torchlighters, a series aimed at children from ages 8 to 12. The series highlights the honor, integrity, and life-changing experiences of those well-known and little-known Christian men, women and children who, in response to God's call, dedicated their lives to a life of whole-hearted commitment and passionate service to Jesus. |
| Other Matters (5 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sugar Creek Gang |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday's 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 14 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Based on a series of books by Paul Hutchens, The Sugar Creek Gang series chronicles the adventures of Bill, Collins, Poetry, Circus, Dragonfly, Big Jim, Little Jim, and the rest of the residents of Sugar Creek as they resolve moral issues and build character. |
| Other Matters (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Adventures in Odyssey |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Friday's 12:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The stories teach moral and biblical principles through comedy, suspense, romance and mystery in the small town of Odyssey |
| Other Matters (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | iShine KNECT |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday's 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | iShine KNECT is designed for kids and parents to connect with each other and have some wacky fun in the process. The program is designed to give a lift of encouragement and faith that will help tweens deal with life with Christian values at home, church and school! |
| Other Matters (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Miss Charity's Diner |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesday's 12:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Faithville Gospelcast Productions is a non-profit charitable organization in the United States and Canada. Their office and studio facilities are located in Ontario. They produce family television and radio programming for children that entertains and educates. The goal is to assist parents, grandparents and educators in the development of children. The programs are designed to help the family instill good morals values, respect for one another and one's individual importance. The curriculum and programs always teach the golden rule 'treat others as you would want them to treat you.' |
| Other Matters (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Real Winning Edge |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday's 12:30 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Real Winning Edge is a weekly half-hour television series that meets the educational and informational objectives of the FCC's Children's Programming requirements for children ages 13 to 16. The program highlights adolescents and young adults making the right choices when faced with tough decisions and significant challenges. Recognizing that 13 to 16 year olds are likely to be influenced by celebrities, the series features role models from the professional sports and the entertainment industries. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, presenting a powerful and positive message. |
| Other Matters (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dr. Wonder's Workshop |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday's 12:00 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The show is targeted largely to a deaf/hard-of-hearing populace. The main characters are all deaf, and speak in American Sign Language (ASL). For non-deaf viewers, the show is done with voiceover narration |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay. FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application. WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503). |
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| I certify that this application includes all required and relevant attachments. | Yes |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
Tom Steigleman General Manager 04/10/2017 |
