Public access television, also known as community access television, offers individuals and group’s entry level electronic media training at a low cost donation that in turn will help support Public Access. This will equip the individual with the ability to use RCAC-TV equipment in order to produce their own programs within the rules and regulations of RCAC-TV. It’s fun and can help promote awareness of new ideas and diversity. Think of it as a new way to express your ideas to your community via high-end fiber-optic television.

Public access television was a result of the Cable Communications Act of 1984, in which Congress established a provision that would permit municipalities to develop requirements for public use of local cable systems.

"Television for the Community, by the Community"

KECT, a brand of Redding Community Access Corporation (RCAC) is a media resource dedicated to promoting a diverse community through media literacy. RCAC provides opportunities to make use of technology, to exchange information and ideas, and to support freedom of expression.

KECT provides communication among local residents and organizations by producing and airing programs that usually focus on local people, issues and services. KECT staff produces mostly programs about Northern California issues and events. Individuals and community groups may also express their thoughts, perspectives, and ideas by producing their own television shows. We also cable-cast Imported shows. These can be shows produced at other stations to be broadcast locally that will help augment viewing pleasure.  Always be on the lookout for new and exciting show ideas coming from KECT TV thanks to our staff and family of producers.

Anyone who receives basic Charter cable and lives within the community can watch KECT on cable Channels 8, 11, and 26. Some shows produced at KECT are sent to access stations in other cities, and may be seen on those channels as well.

Our classes and workshops educate local residents and others in studio and field production. Class graduates can go on to develop their own local television programs, or volunteer on other producer's shows. Equipment includes a new multi-camera studio and state of the art switcher. We also provide video cameras for remote shoots, a fully equipped mobile production unit as well as audio and video editing and dubbing facilities.

KECT/RCAC has received local and national awards for both volunteer and staff-produced programs, including awards for Overall Excellence in L.O. (Local Origination) Programming, Overall Commitment to Local Programming, and Outstanding Programming and Service to the Community.

KECT/RCAC is an independent, non-profit 501(c) (3) corporation with the majority of funding provided by cable franchise fees, cable company support, donations, client services, and services to local government.

KECT/RCAC is NOT funded by any tax revenue.