Libraries interested in using television to expand their services to the community should become familiar with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines that require cable television operators to provide an experimental public access channel. Such libraries should link with public agencies and educational institutions to: (1) organize the community to be receptive to cable television; (2) acquire equipment and resources; and (3) obtain from public officials a firm statement supporting the use of the public access channel. This text is the transcript of the introductory speech at a conference on cable television and public libraries. (EMH)