[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 15565-15566]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                 102.7 FM ``THE GOAT'S'' 18TH BIRTHDAY

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                            HON. JARED POLIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 27, 2012

  Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a beloved 
radio station, 102.7 FM KYGT, which turns eighteen on February 4,

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2013. The station, which is fondly known as ``The Goat,'' started with 
an antique phonograph and a dream. Over the years, this humble station 
has transformed itself into the voice of Clear Creek and a local 
institution.
  This community owned radio station's mission is clear: ``Broadcast 
entertainment, news and information, both over the airwaves and via the 
Internet, to the residents of Clear Creek County, Colorado, and the 
world through an eclectic mix of programming.'' The Goat encourages 
creative expression and believes in the importance of community.
  The Goat is a commercial-free station that is funded by local 
business sponsors, fundraisers, and an intergovernmental agreement with 
all the towns in Clear Creek County. In addition to playing diverse 
music, the station encourages civic engagement and community building. 
There are live broadcasts of local high school athletic events, public 
service announcements about community events, and a dedicated line for 
the Sheriff's Department to take over the broadcast in case of an 
emergency. The Goat informs and educates its audience, as exemplified 
by founder and General Manager Greg Markle and Mark Cucinella's show, 
``All Things Reconsidered.''
  The Goat's dedicated staff is also a long-tenured staff. Gary and Doc 
have been rocking Clear County for almost 18 years with their show ``So 
Much Music, So Little Time.'' Many mountain residents have woken up to 
snowy mountain mornings with ``Mornings with Mozart'' (even though 
sometimes the show is played in the afternoon), put on their square 
dancing shoes during ``Texas Tunes,'' been constantly surprised by 
``The Mystery Hour,'' and head-banged through Mikey and Jen Jen's metal 
show.
  This radio station epitomizes not only what a community radio station 
could be, but also what a community radio station should be. With a 
laid-back vibe, an inclusive attitude, and a fun-loving spirit, 102.7 
FM consistently has entertained, informed, and supported the Clear 
Creek community. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me today in 
paying tribute to 102.7 FM The Goat as it soon celebrates its 18th 
birthday.

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