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Bob Hillman is spearheading an effort to secure a non-profit license for a local FM broadcast radio station in Point Roberts.

The station has been tentatively named Point Roberts FM Society, and will have an educational mission. The station could feature diverse content, including music, education, news, and community events.

Point Roberts FM Society would operate under FCC provisions for low-power community broadcast stations, covering a 3.5-mile radius with a 100-watt signal. No applications for such licenses have been submitted for Point Roberts before.

If successful, the FCC would issue the license in 2024, with a three-year construction period to follow. The station would require a publicly accessible broadcast studio, a transmitter with standby power, and subscription to the Emergency Alert System.

The station could acquire media broadcast rights for approximately $1,000 annually.Hillman clarified that this initiative is separate from Point Networks LLC, but he’s offering support in terms of infrastructure. The estimated costs for setup are around $3,000 for a transmitter and antenna, with an additional $3,000 to $4,000 for a small studio. Operating costs are expected to be low, with volunteers — including students — participating remotely.

Hillman invites like-minded volunteers to join this community-driven project. interested community members can email Hillman at bhillman@aol.com.