Federal Communications Commission
Washington, D.C. 20554
Approved by OMB
3060-0031 (June 2014)
FCC 315
FOR FCC USE ONLY
 
APPLICATION FOR CONSENT TO TRANSFER CONTROL OF ENTITY HOLDING BROADCAST STATION CONSTRUCTION PERMIT OR LICENSE

Read INSTRUCTIONS Before Filling Out Form

FOR COMMISSION USE ONLY
FILE NO.

BTCCT - 20061127AJN
Section I - General Information
1. Legal Name of the Licensee/Permittee
BLUESTONE LICENSE HOLDINGS INC.
Mailing Address
8415 E. 21ST STREET N.
SUITE 120

City
WICHITA
State or Country (if foreign address)
KS
Zip Code
67206 -
Telephone Number (include area code)
3163150076
E-Mail Address (if available)
FCC Registration Number:
0010338895
Call Sign
WCYB-TV
Facility ID Number
2455
2. Contact Representative (if other than licensee/permittee)
MACE J. ROSENSTEIN, ESQ.
Firm or Company Name
HOGAN & HARTSON L.L.P.
Mailing Address
555 THIRTEENTH STREET, NW

City
WASHINGTON
State or Country (if foreign address)
DC
ZIP Code
20004 - 1109
Telephone Number (include area code)
2026375877

E-Mail Address (if available)
MJROSENSTEIN@HHLAW.COM
3. If this application has been submitted without a fee, indicate reason for fee exemption (see 47 C.F.R. Section 1.1114):
Governmental Entity Noncommercial Educational Licensee/Permittee Other
N/A (Fee Required)
4. Purpose of Application:
Transfer of control of licensee
Transfer of control of permitte
Amendment to pending application

File number of pending application:    -

If an amendment, submit as an Exhibit a listing by Section and Question Number of the portions of the pending application that are being revised. [Exhibit 1]
5.
Were any of the authorizations that are the subject of this application obtained through the Commission's competitive bidding procedures (see 47 C.F.R. Sections 1.2111(a) and 73.5001)?
Yes No
If yes, list pertinent authorizations in an Exhibit.
[Exhibit 2]
6.
a. Were any of the authorizations that are the subject of this application obtained through the Commission's point system for reserved channel noncommercial educational stations (see 47 C.F.R. Sections 73.7001 and 73.7003)?

Yes No
b. If yes to 6(a), have all such stations operated for at least 4 years with a minimum operating schedule since grant pursuant to the point system?

Yes No
If no, list pertinent authorizations in an Exhibit and include in the Exhibit a showing that the transaction is consistent with the holding period requirements of 47 C.F.R. Section 73.7005(a). [Exhibit 3]
c. LPFM Licenses Only: Has the licensor held the station license and operated the station for at least three years? Yes No
N/A
7.
a. Were any of the authorizations that are the subject of this application obtained after award of a dispositive Section 307(b) preference using the Tribal Priority, through Threshold Qualifications procedures, or through the Tribal Priority as applied before the NCE fair distribution analysis set forth in 47 C.F.R. § 73.7002(b)?

Yes No
b. If yes to 7(a), have all such stations operated for at least 4 years with a minimum operating schedule since grant?
Yes No

c. If no to 7(b), do both the assignor/transferor and assignee/transferee qualify for the Tribal Priority in all respects?

If no, list pertinent authorizations in an Exhibit and include in the Exhibit a showing that the transaction is consistent with the established Tribal Priority holding period restrictions, or that the policy should be waived.
Yes No

[Exhibit 4]



Section II - Transferor(s)

1. Certification.   Transferor(s) certify that it (they) have answered each question in this application based on its (their) review of the application instructions and worksheets. Transferor(s) further certify that where it (they) have made an affirmative certification below, this certification constitutes its (their) representation that the application satisfies each of the pertinent standards and criteria set forth in the application instructions and worksheets. Yes No
2.
Legal Name of the Transferor
BLUESTONE TELEVISION LLC
Mailing Address
8415 E 21ST STREET N
SUITE 120

City
WICHITA
State or Country (if foreign address)
KS
Zip Code
67206 -
Telephone Number (include area code)
3166341678
E-Mail Address (if available)

3.
Contact Representative (if other than transferor)
MACE J. ROSENSTEIN, ESQ.
Firm or Company Name
HOGAN & HARTSON L.L.P.
Mailing Address
555 THIRTEENTH STREET, NW

City
WASHINGTON
State or Country (if foreign address)
DC
Zip Code
20004 - 1109
Telephone Number (include area code)
2026375877

E-Mail Address (if available)
MJROSENSTEIN@HHLAW.COM
If more than one transferor, submit the information requested in questions 2 and 3 for each transferor.
[Exhibit 5]
4. Changes in interests as a result of transfer.

[Enter Changes in Interests Information]



or [Exhibit 6]

I certify that the statements in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge that all certifications and attached Exhibits are considered material representations.

Typed or Printed Name of Person Signing
SANDY DIPASQUALE
Typed or Printed Title of Person Signing
PRESIDENT & CEO
Signature
Date
11/29/2006
WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 503).



Section III - Licensee/Permittee

1. Certification.  Licensee/permittee certifies that it has answered each question in this application based on its review of the application instructions and worksheets. Licensee further certifies that where it has made an affirmative certification below, this certification constitutes its representation that the application satisfies each of the pertinent standards and criteria set forth in the application instructions and worksheets. Yes No
2. Authorizations to be Assigned. List the authorized stations and construction permits to be assigned. Provide the Facility Identification Number and the Call Sign, or the Facility Identification Number and the File Number of the Construction Permit, and the location, for each station to be assigned. Include main stations, FM and/or TV translator stations, LPTV stations, FM and/or TV booster stations.

[Enter Station Information]


List the authorized stations and construction permits to be transferred. Provide the Facility Identification Number and the Call Sign, or the Facility Identification Number and the File Number of the Construction Permit, and the location, for each station to be transferred. Include main stations, FM and/or TV translator stations, LPTV stations, FM and/or TV booster stations.

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
2455
WCYB-TV
-
BRISTOL VA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
308
KTXS-TV
-
SWEETWATER TX

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
309
KTXE-LP
-
SAN ANGELO TX

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
64972
KTES-LP
-
ABILENE TX

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8291
KRCR-TV
-
REDDING CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8294
K02FF
-
LAKEHEAD CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8323
K03FU
-
MOUNTAIN GATE CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8242
K04EQ
-
FORT JONES CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
28552
K04EZ
-
BIG BEND CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8301
K05BR
-
DUNSMUIR CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8314
K05DQ
-
BURNEY CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8281
K05EM
-
PARADISE CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8279
K05EQ
-
GREEN POINT CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
30207
K05JK
-
MINERAL CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8282
K11LD
-
LIKELY CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8244
K12JJ
-
BENBOW CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8311
K13LO
-
YREKA CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8256
K15CX
-
OROVILLE CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8280
K27BH
-
LAKE SHASTINA CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8300
K33DI
-
EAST WEED CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8255
K34BW
-
WILLOW CREEK CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8263
KAEF
-
ARCATA CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8247
K20CN
-
FORTUNA/RIO DELL CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8310
K25CI
-
KLAMATH CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8265
K36BT
-
BLUE LAKE CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8267
K45DS
-
FRESHWATER CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
8272
K51EG
-
SOUTH EUREKA/LOLETA CA

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18084
KECI-TV
-
MISSOULA MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18080
K02OL
-
SEELEY LAKE MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18064
K10HC
-
MULLAN ID

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18067
K14IU
-
FRENCHTOWN MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18079
KCFW-TV
-
KALISPELL MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18071
K02AO
-
EUREKA MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18066
KTVM
-
BUTTE MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18082
K09KH
-
WATKINS MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18075
K10HL
-
VIRGINIA CITY MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18081
K10HZ
-
PONY MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
55698
K34FI-D
-
BOZEMAN MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18065
K35DJ
-
THREE FORKS MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18086
K51DW
-
DILLON MT

Facility ID Number
Call Sign
or Construction Permit File Number
City
State
18083
K42BZ
-
BOZEMAN MT


 
3. Agreements to Transfer Control of Station. Licensee/permittee certifies that:
a. it has placed in its public inspection file(s) and submitted an an exhibit to this item copies of all agreements to transfer control of the station(s);
b. these documents embody the complete and final understanding between transferor(s) and transferee(s); and
c. these agreements comply fully with the Commission's rules and policies.
Exhibit Required
Yes No

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 7]

4. Other Authorizations. List call signs, locations and facility identifiers of all other broadcast stations in which licensee/permittee or any party to the application has an attributable interest. N/A

[Exhibit 8]

5. Character Issues. Licensee/permittee certifies that neither licensee/permittee nor any party to the application has or has had any interest in, or connection with:
a. any broadcast application in any proceeding where character issues were left unresolved or were resolved adversely against the applicant or any party to the application; or
b. any pending broadcast application in which character issues have been raised.
Yes No

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 9]

6. Adverse Findings. Licensee/permittee certifies that, with respect to the licensee/permittee and each party to the application, no adverse finding has been made, nor has an adverse final action been taken by any court or administrative body in a civil or criminal proceeding brought under the provisions of any law related to any of the following: any felony; mass media-related antitrust or unfair competition; fraudulent statements to another governmental unit; or discrimination. Yes No

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 10]

7. Local Public Notice. Licensee/permittee certifies that it has or will comply with the public notice requirements of 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3580. Yes No
8. Auction Authorization. Licensee/permittee certifies that more than five years have passed since the issuance of the construction permit for the station being assigned, where that permit was acquired in an auction through the use of a bidding credit or other special measure. Yes No
N/A

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 11]

9. Anti-Drug Abuse Act Certification. Licensee/permittee certifies that neither licensee/permittee nor any party to the application is subject to denial of federal benefits pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. Section 862. Yes No
10. Anti-Discrimination Certification. Licensee/permittee certifies that neither licensee/permittee nor any party to the application have violated the Commission's prohibition against discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or sex in the sale of commercially operated AM, FM, TV, Class A TV or international broadcast stations. Yes No
N/A
See Explanation in
[Exhibit 12]

I certify that the statements in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge that all certifications and attached Exhibits are considered material representations.

Typed or Printed Name of Person Signing
SANDY DIPASQUALE
Typed or Printed Title of Person Signing
PRESIDENT & CEO
Signature
Date
11/29/2006
WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 503).



Section IV - Transferee(s)

1. Certification.   Transferee(s) certify that it (they) have answered each question in this application based on its (their) review of the application instructions and worksheets. Transferee(s) further certify that where it (they) have made an affirmative certification below, this certification constitutes its (their) representation that the application satisfies each of the pertinent standards and criteria set forth in the application instructions and worksheets. Yes No
2.
Legal Name of the Transferee(s)
BONTEN MEDIA GROUP LLC
Mailing Address
280 PARK AVENUE
25TH FLOOR, EAST TOWER

City
NEW YORK
State or Country (if foreign address)
NY
Zip Code
10017 -
Telephone Number (include area code)
2122478717
E-Mail Address (if available)

3.
Contact Representative (if other than transferee)
WILLIAM H. FITZ, ESQ.
Firm or Company Name
COVINGTON & BURLING LLP
Mailing Address
1201 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, NW

City
WASNHINGTON
State or Country (if foreign address)
DC
Zip Code
20004 - 2401
Telephone Number (include area code)
2026625120

E-Mail Address (if available)
WFITZ@COV.COM
If more than one transferee, submit the information requested in questions 2 and 3 for each transferee. [Exhibit 13]
4. Nature of Applicant. Each transferee is:
an individual a general partnership a for-profit corporation
a limited partnership a not-for-profit corporation a limited liability company (LLC/LC)
other    
a. If "other", describe nature of transferee in an Exhibit. [Exhibit 14]
5. Agreements to Transfer Control of Station. Transferee certifies that:
a. the written agreements in the licensee/permittee's public inspection file and submitted to the Commission embody the complete and final agreement to transfer control of the station(s) specified in Section III, question 2; and
b. these agreements comply fully with the Commission's rules and policies.
Yes No
[Exhibit 15]
6. Parties to the Application.
a. List each transferee, and, if other than a natural person, its officers, directors, stockholders with attributable interests, non-insulated partners and/or members. If a corporation or partnership holds an attributable interest in any transferee, list separately its officers, directors, stockholders with attributable interests, non-insulated partners and/or members. Create a separate row for each individual or entity. Attach additional pages if necessary.
(1) Name and address of the transferee and each party to the application holding an attributable interest (if other than individual also show name, address and citizenship of natural person authorized to vote the stock or holding the attributable interest). List the transferee first, officers next, then directors and, thereafter, remaining stockholders and other entities with attributable interests, and partners. (2) Citizenship.
(3) Positional Interest: Officer, director, general partner, limited partner, LLC member, investor/creditor attributable under the Commission's equity/debt plus standard, etc.
(4) Percentage of votes.
(5) Percentage of total assets (equity plus debt).
[Enter Parties/Owners Information]

6a. Parties to the Application

List each transferee, and, if other than a natural person, its officers, directors, stockholders with attributable interests, non-insulated partners and/or members. If a corporation or partnership holds an attributable interest in any transferee, list separately its officers, directors, stockholders with attributable interests, non-insulated partners and/or members. Create a separate row for each individual or entity.
(1) Name and address of the transferee and each party to the application holding an attributable interest (if other than individual also show name, address and citizenship of natural person authorized to vote the stock or holding the attributable interest). List the transferee first, officers next, then directors and, thereafter, remaining stockholders and other entities with attributable interests, and partners.
(2) Citizenship.
(3) Positional Interest: Officer, director, general partner, limited partner, LLC member, investor/creditor attributable under the Commission's equity/debt plus standard, etc.
(4) Percentage of votes.
(5) Percentage of total assets (equity plus debt).
(1) Name and Address (2) Citizenship (3) Positional Interest (4) Percentage of Votes (5) Percentage of total assets (equity plus debt).
SEE EXHIBIT 14





b. Applicant certifies that equity interests not set forth above are non-attributable.
Yes No

N/A

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 17]

7. Other Authorizations. List call signs, locations, and facility identifiers of all other broadcast stations in which transferee or any party to the application has an attributable interest. N/A

[Exhibit 18]

8. Multiple Ownership.
a. Is the transferee or any party to the application the holder of an attributable radio or television joint sales agreement or an attributable radio or television time brokerage agreement for the subject station(s) or any other stations in the same market as the station(s) subject to this application?

If "Yes," radio applicants must submit as an Exhibit a copy of each such agreement for radio stations.

Yes No

[Exhibit 19]

b. Transferee certifies that the proposed transfer complies with the Commission's multiple ownership rules and cross-ownership rules.

AM and/or FM Radio Applicants only: If "Yes," submit an Exhibit providing information regarding the market, broadcast station(s), and other information necessary to demonstrate compliance with 47 C.F.R. § 73.3555(a).

All Applicants: If "No," submit as an Exhibit a detailed explanation in support of an exemption from, or waiver of, 47 C.F.R. § 73.3555.

Yes No


[Exhibit 20]

c. Transferee certifies that the proposed transfer:
1. does not present an issue under the Commission's policies relating to media interests of immediate family members;
2. complies with the Commission's policies relating to future ownership interests; and
3. complies with the Commission's restrictions relating to the insulation and nonparticipation of non-party investors and creditors.

Yes No
See Explanation in

[Exhibit 21]

d.
Does the Transferee claim status as an "eligible entity," that is, an entity that qualifies as a small business under the Small Business Administration's size standards for its industry grouping (as set forth in 13 C.F.R. § 121-201), and holds (1) 30 percent or more of the stock or partnership interests and more than 50 percent of the voting power of the corporation or partnership that will own the media outlet; or (2) 15 percent or more of the stock or partnership interests and more than 50 percent of the voting power of the corporation or partnership that will own the media outlet, provided that no other person or entity owns or controls more than 25 percent of the outstanding stock or partnership interests; or (3) more than 50 percent of the voting power of the corporation that will own the media outlet (if such corporation is a publicly traded company)?

All applicants: If "Yes," submit as an Exhibit a detailed showing demonstrating proof of status as an eligible entity.

Yes No


See Explanation in
[Exhibit 22]

e. Does this transfer include a grand-fathered cluster of stations?
All applicants: If "Yes", applicant certifies that it will come in compliance by divesting the necessary station(s) within 12 months of the consummation of this transaction to:

Yes No


A. An Eligible Entity (as defined in Item 8d, above).
Yes No

B. An Irrevocable Trust that will transfer the station(s) to an Eligible Entity.
Yes No

All applicants: If "Yes" to Item 8e A or B: Submit as an Exhibit a copy of the form of irrevocable trust agreement providing for the transfer of the station(s) to an Eligible Entity.

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 23]

9. Character Issues. Transferee certifies that neither transferee nor any party to the application has or has had any interest in, or connection with:
a. any broadcast application in any proceeding where character issues were left unresolved or were resolved adversely against the applicant or any party to the application; or
b. any pending broadcast application in which character issues have been raised.
Yes No

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 24]

10. Adverse Findings. Transferee certifies that, with respect to the transferee and each party to the application, no adverse finding has been made, nor has an adverse final action been taken by any court or administrative body in a civil or criminal proceeding brought under the provisions of any law related to any of the following: any felony; mass media-related antitrust or unfair competition; fraudulent statements to another governmental unit; or discrimination. Yes No

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 25]

11. Alien Ownership and Control. Transferee certifies that it complies with the provisions of Section 310 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, relating to interests of aliens and foreign governments. Yes No

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 26]

12. Financial Qualifications. Transferee certifies that sufficient net liquid assets are on hand or are available from committed sources to consummate the transaction and operate the station(s) for three months. Yes No

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 27]

13. Program Service Certification. Transferee certifies that it is cognizant of and will comply with its obligations as a Commission licensee to present a program service responsive to the issues of public concern facing the station's community of license and service area. Yes No
14. Auction Authorization. Transferee certifies that where less than five years have passed since the issuance of the construction permit and the permit had been acquired in an auction through the use of a bidding credit or other special measure, it would qualify for such credit or other special measure. Yes No

N/A

See Explanation in
[Exhibit 28]

15. Anti-Drug Abuse Act Certification. Licensee/permittee certifies that neither licensee/permittee nor any party to the application is subject to denial of federal benefits pursuant to Section 5301 of the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, 21 U.S.C. Section 862. Yes No
16. EEO. Does the applicant propose to employ five or more full-time employees?

If the answer is Yes, the applicant must include an EEO program called for in the separate Model EEO Program Report ( FCC Form 396-A)

Yes No

I certify that the statements in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge that all certifications and attached Exhibits are considered material representations. I hereby waive any claim to the use of any particular frequency as against the regulatory power of the United States because of the previous use of the same, whether by license or otherwise, and request an authorization in accordance with this application. (See Section 304 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended.)

Typed or Printed Name of Person Signing
RANDALL D. BONGARTEN
Typed or Printed Title of Person Signing
PRESIDENT
Signature
Date
11/29/2006

WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 503).



Exhibits
Exhibit 1
Description:
PURPOSE OF AMENDMENT

11/29/06: THIS AMENDMENT PROVIDES A REVISED ATTACHMENT 6 (SECTION III, QUESTION 3) AND A REVISED ATTACHMENT 13 (SECTION IV, QUESTION 5).




Attachment 1


Attachment 7
Description
Statement In Response to Question 3
Stock Purchase Agreement


Attachment 8
Description
Other Authorizations


Attachment 15
Description
AGREEMENTS/CONTEMPORANEOUSLY FILED APPLICATIONS


Attachment 16
Description
PARTIES TO THE APPLICATION


Attachment 18
Description
ATTRIBUTABLE MEDIA INTERESTS


Attachment 20
Description
REQUEST FOR CONTINUED SATELLITE AUTHORITY