When is the Graphics Services Fee payable to City Publications?
City_Publications Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graphics Services Fee | Current rates as published in the Manual or a published price list, currently $60.00 per hour. For other programs design fee of $60.00 per hour applies. | Time of service | Payable to our Affiliate for preparing printer-ready artwork using information and materials that you provide. You must obtain the advertiser’s approval of the artwork and handle all other communications with the advertiser. (Section 4.F) |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 10–13)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Publications's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Graphics Services Fee is payable at the time of service. This fee is paid to City Publications's affiliate for preparing printer-ready artwork, using the information and materials provided by the franchisee. The current rate for this service is $60.00 per hour.
As a City Publications franchisee, you are responsible for obtaining the advertiser’s approval of the artwork and handling all other communications with the advertiser. This means that while City Publications's affiliate creates the artwork, you manage the client relationship and ensure the artwork meets their expectations.
The Graphics Services Fee is one of several fees that a City Publications franchisee will encounter. It is important to note that this fee is paid to an affiliate of City Publications, not directly to the franchisor. This arrangement is common in franchising, where certain services are outsourced or provided through related entities. Keeping track of these payments and ensuring timely payment is crucial for maintaining a good relationship with both City Publications and its affiliate.