Foster City Television

Changes are coming to Foster City TV

Like many cities, Foster City is tightening its belt to address a growing budget deficit. Despite the pride the City takes in Foster City TV’s award-winning, originally-produced, local programming, the budget forecast for the foreseeable future means this programming cannot be sustained. Many of the shows that viewers have come to appreciate may not be offered in the future.

Regular public meetings, like the City Council, and Planning Commission sessions, will continue to be broadcast live and replayed later. City related announcements will continue to be found on Foster City TV’s Bulletin Board. Some programming produced by others, and other important public meetings may be scheduled from time to time.

Viewers will start to see some changes immediately. For example, regularly scheduled timely features such as Foster City News, and the City Council RECAP are no longer offered. Viewers will be directed to alternative ways to stay informed about community news and events. Episodes of City Snapshots, FC Café Talk Show, Meet the Candidates, or election related recaps, Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting, Green Footprint, or Smart Moves will no longer be produced. Existing shows that remain current will be replayed.

Foster City TV appreciates and thanks its many loyal viewers. Every effort will be made to maintain the highest quality and variety of programming possible within the limited resources available to the channel. If you are having trouble finding your favorite show, or have questions about the Foster City TV transition, please contact Bridget Carberry, Video Technician at 650.286.3211 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Foster City TV Wins 2010 Government Programming Awards

"City Snapshots: Spiritual Gym"placed FIRST in the Community Event Coverage Category.

"Earth Day Promo" placed SECOND in the Community Event Promo Category.

"FC Cafe" placed THIRD in the Interview/Talk Show category.

Honorary Mentions were given to Foster City News, City Council Recap, and the City Snapshots: Red Panda Acrobats.

Celebrating 30-years of NATOA Conferences and PEG Advocacy, the winners were announced at the NATOA Government Programming Awards Ceremony on Friday, October 1st 2010 in Washington, DC.

Take a Walk on the Green Side

Green Footprint, a fresh and practical Foster City TV original production, features eco-trends to help consumers recognize and understand a variety of environmental and sustainability efforts, so they can make informed choices for themselves and their home. Acting as a change agent for healthier habits, this home-grown show promotes and encourages more simple and conscious living. Each episode will focus on green alternatives to minimize negative environmental effects, and offer sustainable solutions to get there. Geared toward consumer education, Green Footprint, showcases methods to conserve and reduce consumption, gives tips on best practices in the home, and suggests options in making minor, or noticeable changes for the better.

Click HERE to take an urban walk with Green Footprint!

Foster City TV Wins in 2010 SCAN NATOA Star Awards in Long Beach, CA

"City Snapshots: Spiritual Gym" placed FIRST in the Community Event Category.

Foster City was home to PJCC Visiting Israel Artist Elyasaf Kowner for two months. See his past works, his thought process for his latest installation, and how he transformed the facility into a

"Meet the Candidates 2009" and the Election Results placed FIRST in the Election Coverage category.

For "Meet the Candidates 2009", City Clerk Doris Palmer explains how, when, and where to cast your ballot on Election Day. We also hear Statements from Candidates running for City Council.

Watch the Election Results program here, released the day after Election Day, as soon as semi-official results became available from the County Elections Office.

Two original programs placed SECOND: FC Cafe in the Talk Show Category, and Foster City News in the Community Event Coverage.

And two original programs placed THIRD: Smart Moves Holiday Edition in the PSA Category, and 2010 Year of the Tiger in the Promo Category.

The STAR Awards recognize excellence in government programming in California and Nevada. Categories are divided by a range of TV station budgets, with Foster City TV landing in the low end, under $400K. Winners were announced at the SCAN NATOA Spring Conference Thursday, June 3rd 2010 in Long Beach, CA.

Foster City TV Wins in 2009 NATOA Government Programming Awards in New Orleans, LA

"City Snapshots: Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration" placed FIRST in the Community Event Coverage category.

"FC Cafe" placed SECOND in the Interview/Talk Show category.

"City Council Recap" placed THIRD in the Community Awareness category.

The "fostercity.tv" Website, along with "FCTV NewsBrief" were given Honorary Mentions.

Winners were announced at the NATOA Government Programming Awards on Friday, October 2nd 2009 in New Orleans, LA.