"ACA members are at the forefront of continued investment in broadband technology that continues to transform their communities, and that investment must be part of proposed regulatory initiatives. We have seen how independent cable companies in small and medium-sized cities are introducing exciting new products and services. With the hard work of our ACA Members as our foundation, we look forward to working with the entire ACA Board to continue our leadership role in telecommunications policy debates in Washington, D.C.," Gessner said.

Boyers continued, "I look forward to working with Bob and the ACA Board over the next two years. We have seen first-hand how ACA Members partner with businesses, schools and community groups in our markets. As always, ACA is ready to work with federal policymakers to encourage further investment in our communities."

Gessner and Boyers were each elected to two-year terms. MCTV is based in Massillon, Oh., with a population of 32,000; BOYCOM, based in Poplar Bluff, Mo., has about 17,000 residents.

"In the past year, ACA celebrated its 25th Anniversary, a milestone that has enabled us to look back as well as plan for our future. With Bob Gessner and Patty Boyers continuing in their leadership roles, ACA is ready to build on our strategies for success: Invest in broadband and showcase how that investment delivers value to our communities. The services offered by ACA members are critical success factors for economic growth in our small towns and cities. ACA will continue its work to establish balanced telecommunications policies," ACA President and CEO Matthew M. Polka said.

ACA's Board elections were announced Monday, July 30, in Anaheim, Calif., at the annual ACA Members' meeting held in conjunction with the 13th annual Independent Show, a leading communications industry forum co-hosted and jointly organized by ACA and the National Cable Television Cooperative.