The Minority Media & Telecommunications Council (MMTC) urged the...

The Minority Media & Telecommunications Council (MMTC) urged the FCC to adopt a proposal from broadcaster SSR Communications to create a C4 allocation for FM stations. Doing so will “improve spectrum efficiency while providing greater opportunities for small and minority entrepreneurs in broadcasting,” MMTC said in comments in docket RM-11727 (http://bit.ly/1yG53UQ). Increasing opportunities for Class A stations to expand their coverage areas to connect with a broader audience could help small and minority-owned stations gain access to capital and strengthen their foothold in the broadcasting arena, it said. Initial comments are due Sept. 18 (CD Aug 15 p10).