WTVP cuts nine jobs as it seeks to reduce budget
The public TV station’s board had previously announced a $1.5 million budget cut after discoveries of financial mismanagement.
Stay updated with breaking news from System Policy. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
The public TV station’s board had previously announced a $1.5 million budget cut after discoveries of financial mismanagement.
In a hearing Thursday, station leaders said they are taking steps to avoid future violations of state procurement law.
The public TV station is reeling from the unexplained death of former CEO Lesley Matuszak and disclosures of “questionable, unauthorized or improper” expenditures.
The cuts primarily affected roles within WNYC Studios, the division that houses the organization’s podcasts.
The three-year contract is expected to go into effect in the coming weeks.