The "LP" in LPFM stands for "Low Power". Any radio station with an LPFM license may not use more than 100 watts to broadcast its signal. Back in 2000, the FCC made a provision to allow these low-power stations to broadcast, and around 800 new stations have appeared across the country since.
Naturally, there are different rules to operate LPFM stations. First, they must operate as a non-profit entity (i.e., non-commercial). Each radio station must also serve an educational purpose. If opinions are used in its programming, the station must open its doors to balanced points of view. And it must make itself available for emergency services if the need arises.
But the most compelling reason to operate a LPFM station? Its programming comes from the community.
You may have noticed in recent years that radio stations all across America play homogenized, rubber-stamped playlists, or purchase syndicated programming. LPFM doesn't dictate its playlist by a ratings standard, but from a community interest and perspective. It serves the community, because it's the community that programs the station. The doors are open to anyone who has a distinct message (and the urge to present it on-air). Each station maintains its own guidelines as to what goes on-air.
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