25. What will they be five or ten years from now?

Twenty-five participants answered this question.

o Connecting local colleges for academic opportunities.
o More community interaction/engagement opportunities.
o Not sure.
o Same.62
o More money.
o I think the explosion in media will only continue. Cutting through the clutter and standing out from the crowd will continue to be challenging especially for nonprofits with limited time and financial resources.
o Same need but on a larger scale as the region and hopefully, transit authority grows.
o Utilize various formats. Younger people aren’t using traditional communication vehicles.
o New people to get involved.
o Same and any new, user friendly technology.
o Baby boomers will need more programming for their interests and age group—more geared to “keeping mind alive” activities—maybe even a “dating” system (Senior Affairs?). Greater emphasis on prevention at all ages. “Alternative” medicine ideas, comparison shopping ideas: daily or weekly price comparisons, “bargain” ideas. Free time, a week before elections for all candidates to inform voters: debates, individual appearances, interviews, in-depth analysis.
o Stay current with technologies to utilize as they become available. Fast track information from university to communities. Clients go to WCCA TV for information.
o More interactive and detailed program/on camera time on a wider range of consumer protection topics. Yes, an understanding to enhance programs and be more proactive in seeking and participating in programming.
o I will need to reach audiences quickly and clearly and concisely.
o More funds to attend specific neighborhood needs. New technology, mobility to produce at different sites.