Summary
Money coming to the city from Comcast and AT&T has fallen more than 20% in four years — from nearly $1.7 million in 2022 to about $1.3 million in 2025 — as residents cut the cord. That trend makes the legislative threat even more dangerous.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed May 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
A more than 20% drop in cable fees — roughly $350,000 a year less than in 2022 — with further declines likely.
No one directly — though early awareness gives the city time to plan and advocate.
Residents who rely on CTN services, and city programs funded through the general fund.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Cable Communications Commission — May 6, 2026
Commissioner Tom Wright floated partnerships with the Ann Arbor Observer, Michigan Public, and Adrian College's communications program to bring free, non-commercial local news content to CTN channels.
Cable Communications Commission — February 4, 2026
Money coming to the city from Comcast and AT&T has fallen more than 20% in four years — from nearly $1.7 million in 2022 to about $1.3 million in 2025 — as residents cut the cord. That trend makes the legislative threat even more dangerous.
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