(a) Continuity at transfer. If a franchisee transfers a cable system, the franchisee shall cooperate with the County and the transferee in maintaining continuity of cable service to all subscribers, such that, to the extent reasonably possible, subscribers receive continuous uninterrupted cable service.
(b) Continuity at termination. If a cable franchise terminates, the franchisee shall cooperate with the County and any other providers of cable service in maintaining continuity of cable service to all subscribers, such that, to the extent reasonably possible, subscribers receive continuous uninterrupted service. This provision shall not be construed to require a franchisee to continue providing cable service after the termination date.
(c) Failure to operate system. If a franchisee whose franchise has not been terminated fails to operate the system for seven consecutive days without prior approval of the Information Technology Officer or without just cause, the County may seek any legal or equitable remedies to ensure that operation of the system is restored, including injunctive relief, and may seek damages on its own behalf and on behalf of its citizens to remedy losses or harms resulting from such failure.
(Bill No. 54-06)