Reimbursement Filing Deadline for LPTV, Translators Delayed to Nov. 14; FM Still Oct. 15

The deadline for low-power TV stations and TV translators to file for repacking reimbursement was extended to Nov. 14, said an FCC Media Bureau public notice on docket 16-306 Tuesday. The LPTV Spectrum Rights Coalition and National Translator Association requested the extension, the PN said. The original deadline was Oct. 15, and that remains for FM stations seeking repacking reimbursement, the PN said. “The initial 60-day deadline was proving to be too quick a process, with many consulting engineers, legal counsel, and equipment vendors not having enough time to assist all that needed help,“ emailed LPTV Spectrum Rights Coalition Director Mike Gravino. More time should lead to broader participation, he said.