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MINUTES OF THE MEETING – JAN. 21, 2012
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY -- BAILEY, CO.
(01-22-12)
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Brian (NØVSA) at 2:09 P.M.
New Members and Guests – Gabrielle (reporter from the High Timber times and Canyon Courier). She wants to interview some members and do an article for the papers.
Minutes of the last meeting – Nov. 19, 2011 -- Daniel (M), Dutch (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain presented three reports showing current balance of $2089.28 to date. Jack (M) Dutch (S) report be accepted. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – Brian reported present system (146.895) working well. Brian going up to check on condition of the repeater on Dick Mountain. Nothing new on the 147.090 at Bill’s QTH, but see below under Old Business.
ARES D-6 --- D-6 EC Bill unable to be present and sent no report.
VE Report – Padre reported there was one candidate from Evergreen who failed the Tech exam. Jack F., Tom Q. Jim K, Steve H. and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
KENOSHA PASS – Dutch reported there has been no new action from IREA and NFS.
(Sec’t note: for fuller previous discussions see Minutes of 5/28/11, 7/23/11, 9/24/11 and 9/19/11 under Old Business below.
Coordination of 147.090 and 448.175 – Padre reported both frequencies have been re-coordinated at Bill’s QTH (KCØYIH) in Como.
Christmas Luncheon Dec. 17 -- Dolores (KBØEKH) reported her satisfaction for the annual event , with plenty of food and desserts and a wish we had had more come to enjoy.
Mountain Peace Shelter Donations --- Brian reported the Shelter was very pleased and grateful receiving the club’s efforts on Dec. 17. Padre said a club member not able to be present for the luncheon sent a $25 TARGET gift card for the Shelter.
NEW BUSINESS
Wednesday Night Net Report – Jack said check-ins stable at about 10/week.
Hospitality for March 24 Meeting – Dwain said he may be able to bring some of his birthday cake (which he celebrates that day).
NEXT VE SESSION – March 24, 2012 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – March, 24, 2012 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
Adjournment – Jim (M), Jack (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:38 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 01/21/12
NØVSA -- Brian Thomas, Pres. – BaileyPARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – NOV. 19, 2011
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY -- BAILEY, CO.
(11-21-11)
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Brian (NØVSA) at 2:03 P.M.
New Members and Guests – There were no new members or guests.
Minutes of the last meeting – Sept. 24, 2011 -- Steve (M), Jack (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain unable to be present, and sent reports showing ending balance of $2204.48 to date. Gregg (M) Ed H. (S) report be accepted. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – Brian reported present system (146.895) working well, and the 147.090 at Bill’s QTH is working well on low power and limited coverage.
ARES D-6 --- D-6 EC Bill unable to be present. No report.
VE Report – Padre reported there were no candidates so team had a time for eyeball QSOs. Jack F., Tom Q., Jim K., Steve H., Gregg S. and Padre came to serve.
OLD BUSINESS
KENOSHA PASS 147.090 – Dutch reported IREA still planning about new tower at Kenosha Range. IREA is going
back to the commissioners to get the final approval for their tower on Kenosha site close to our original site. We are not
any further than we were a few months ago. Once we are notified IREA has the approval of the (BOCC) Park County Board of
Commissioners we will be able to negotiate with IREA.
(Sec’t note: for fuller previous discussions see Minutes of 5/28/11, 7/23/11 and 9/24/11 below)
NEW BUSINESS
Election of At Large Board Member – Dan Walls, NA5DW, was nominated and unopposed. Daniel (M) Jim K. (S) secretary cast unanimous ballot for Dan. Passed
Christmas Luncheon Dec. 17 -- Steve said his mother, Dolores (KBØEKH) and his XYL, Ginie, will coordinate this annual holiday event. It will be a “pot luck” with some “guidance” from Dolores and Ginie.
Mountain Peace Shelter Donations --- Padre reminded us of our commitment (last meeting) to gather donations for the Shelter at our Christmas Luncheon again this year (Dec. 17). He has prepared a listing of “needs” for the Shelter to be sent to the members from the local “Hustler” articles.
Hospitality Committee for Jan. 28 – Brian volunteered to provide goodies.
Wednesday Night Net Report – Jack said check-ins are about even each week but it would be very nice to have many more … even double the check-ins, which ought to happen when we link into South Park and perhaps get involved with IRLP.
Pictures for the Web Page --- Jack reported he has more photos posted for the 2010 and 2011 years. He can use more, especially for earlier years. There’s lots of room for them.
November Sweepstakes --- No one at this meeting gave any report of activities.
*****CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON – DECEMBER 17, 2011 – 10 A.M – 2 P.M. *****
NEXT VE SESSION – Jan . 28, 2012 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Jan. 28, 2012 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
Adjournment – Judy (M), Dan W. (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:38 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 11/19/11
NØVSA -- Brian Thomas, Pres. – BaileyPARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – SEPT. 24, 2011
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY -- BAILEY, CO.
(09 26 11)
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Brian (NØVSA) at 2:05 P.M.
New Members and Guests, Guest: John Gloyd, Highlands Ranch
Minutes of the last meeting – July 23, 2011 -- Gregg (M), Bill (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain unable to be present, and sent reports showing ending balance of $2179.11 to date. Sharon (M) Jack (S) report be accepted. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – Brian went to the Dick Mountain site (146.895) to check things out and take some pictures for the newsletter (and insurance claims if any). Brian wondering about possible Echolink for the future, and has a computer he can loan for use in Echolink.
ARES D-6 --- D-6 EC Bill reported D-6 involved with the Colorado Relay event, set up HF 80 meter NVIS link at Breckenridge, and VHF simplex from Jefferson Lake. Bill reminded us of the CERT training in Bailey Oct.15-16, 9 A.M. – 5 P.M. at the “Search and Rescue” center.
VE Report – One candidate from Highlands Ranch appeared and passed the El. 2 exam. Jack F., Sharon H., Daniel H., Gregg S., Steve H. and Padre served. The candidate, John M. Gloyd stayed for the meeting.
OLD BUSINESS
NFS Response (Kenosha Pass 147.090) -- Dutch reported IREA has to re-do it’s proposal to Park County which sets us back in making any
firm plans. Jim Copanos’ QTH a viable option now, but we don’t wish to set up there and re-do it on Kenosha Pass! We must wait to see what IREA and
Park County do about the new site.
(Sec’t note: for fuller previous discussions see minutes of 5/28/11 and 7/23/11 under Old Business. Which can be found on the WEBPAGE in the
minutes section).
NEW BUSINESS
Election of At Large Board Member – Dutch was nominated but declined. No further nominations were given so the Chair held over this election to next meeting, Nov. 19.
Christmas Luncheon Dec. 17 – Brian reminded us about this annual Club event and our regular collection for the Mountain Peace Shelter (articles and cash). There is need for a coordinator and Steve said he’d ask his Mother, Dolores, to coordinate as she has for many years in the past. Jack (M) Dutch (S) we again sponsor a collection for the Peace Shelter at our Christmas luncheon. PASSED
Upgrading Antenna at 146.895 -- Brian suggested we maybe wait to see what the final situation will be with the 147.090 location, and maybe upping the power to 25 wts. on Dick Mountain will be sufficient. (See NFS Response above under Old Business).
Hospitality at Meetings – Brian said “Considering the years of providing donuts, cookies and other delights for many years Dolores and her late OM Neal cannot be expected to go on indefinitely. We need someone else to see to this each meeting.” Bob K. said he’d bring donuts for the Nov. 19 meeting. We’ll go from meeting to meeting on this for now. THANK YOU BOB.
Pack Burro Race Banquet – Steve told us the banquet will be held Oct. 9 in Buena Vista.
Give Away of QSTs – Daniel brought many copies and offered them for the “taking.”
Back into CW – Brian is getting sharpened up again and enjoying HF QSOs when he has time.
NEXT VE SESSION – Nov. 19, 2011 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Nov. 19, 2011 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
Adjournment – Jack (M), Bill S. (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:48 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 09/24/11
NØVSA -- Brian Thomas, Pres. – BaileyPARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – JULY 23, 2011
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY -- BAILEY, CO.
(07 25 11)
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Brian (NØVSA) at 2:08 P.M.
New Members and Guests – New Member: Wes Morrow, KDØEDH; Guests: Mark Kliewer, KC7QHC and Sherri Pierson, KDØLYZ
Minutes of the last meeting – May 28, 2011 -- Jack (M), Sharon (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain presented reports showing ending balance of $1704.11 for fiscal 2010-2011. Today’s meeting, $1964.11. Dwain said Jack pays the domain fee as a donation to the club. The church is due rent of $90. Judy T. (M) Sela (S) to accept, thanking Jack and paying the church rent. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – Pete unable to be present.
ARES D-6 --- D-6 EC Bill unable to be present.
Goals for new year – Brian wants to have the 147.090 back up and possibly look into the club becoming involved with IRLP and/or Echolink.
VE Report – One candidate from Central City appeared and passed the El. 2 exam. Jack, Sharon, Ray T., Judy T., and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
Location of 147.090 and 448.175 – Dutch -- covered the relocation of the 147.090/448.175 machine. The latest is that IREA is going to be constructing it’s new tower about 100' down the hill from the current location of the Trout Club tower. They will be laying down the existing tower. Dutch is going to contact IREA regarding getting the old tower before they scrap it. Currently the best location option that we have is going to be on Jim Copanos’ place over in South Park. Dutch expressed reservations regarding putting the repeater on private property but this seems like the best option to us currently.
Coordination of Kenosha machines --- Padre has e-mailed the freq. coordinator twice asking for an extension of the now-expired grace period for inactivity, with no response. Dutch and Brian will be checking out other areas for propagation as possible sites.
Hundo Race report – Brian said it was very successful, Hams did well and the organizers were pleased with the Hams and $$$ things. All learned and looking at some things needing attention (in organization). The business band radios didn’t work out as planned.
Field Day Report – Brian and Ray worked F.D. with success and enjoyment.
NEW BUSINESS
North Fork 50 Mile Foot Race – Mark and Sherry, who headed up Ham communication for the race came to thank PCRC for it’s support and use of our 146.895 repeater with thanks to Brian (NØVSA), Dutch (KØAWS), Jeff (WØAI) and Dwain (KBØQBF) for participation.
Wednesday Evening Net – Jack thanked the Net Controls and those who check in while hoping for an increase in check-ins. Brian agreed and said it was a good experience for him as NCS.
Pack Burro Races – Jack and Sharon reminded us of the dates: July 31 and Aug 7, and are looking for more Ham ops. ()
NEXT VE SESSION – Sept 24, 2011 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Sept 24, 2011 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
Adjournment – Sharon (M), Sela (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:56 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 07/23/11
NØVSA -- Brian Thomas, Pres. – BaileyPARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – MAY 28, 2011
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY -- BAILEY, CO.
(05 29 11)
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Brian (NØVSA) at 2:05 P.M.
New Members and Guests – Guest WDØEDH – Wes Morrow
Minutes of the last meeting – March 26, 2011 -- Jack (M), Sela (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain presented reports showing a balance of $1454.11 as of today’s meeting. (no change from last meeting). Sela (M) Sharon (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – Pete unable to be present, but Padre reported he and Pete working on the lack of the Club’s Call sign on the 146.895 half-hour IDs.
ARES D-6 --- D-6 EC Bill unable to be present.
VE Report – One candidate from Evergreen appeared passing the El. 2 (Tech) exam. Jack F., Sharon H.. Tom Q., Gregg S., and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
NFS RESPONSE – Dutch submitted the following for clarification of any questions:
Kenosha Towers: “I still have no defined answers about IREAs new tower as yet and where we might be located on this tower. Their consultant recommended a tower of 130 feet to get over the ridge with a separation of 18 feet between their TX and REC. antennas. They will be using around 155 mhz VHF freq. So I am not sure where that leaves us for our antenna space. I understand that at least one property owner is not happy about the new tower."
“We could still use the old site according to the NFS ‘til the end of Sept. and who knows maybe beyond but we would need an OK from the Trout Club to cross their land. We have been offered the use of a location that was once the first location of the club repeater. This is West of Kenosha Pass. Even though it is on private property it may be our only resource after we check into another site. So just like the tower, things are still up in the air.”
Location of 147.090 and 448.175 – Brian to contact CDOT about tower on US 285, just south of Kenosha Pass for our use in the future. Site currently used by CDOT and CSP.
Coordination of Kenosha machines --- Padre reminded us we have about 4-6 weeks to have our frequency and site continued to be safely coordinated.
VAN DONATION – Padre said having asked AAØBZ for further details and having had no reply we consider the offer of the Van a moot issue.
REESE, KBØWGM – (a PCRC member) is still active despite his serious health problems, and is often on the 146.940 machine (exclusively) anxious for contacts. We are encouraged to call and visit with him when possible. (He’s not always able to do so).
NEW BUSINESS
Bailey Hundo – Brian had meeting with Hundo organizers, Sheriff’s office, CSP, PC and North Fork Fire Protection discussing general concerns and communications. Brian will be in charge of communications on both Ham and Business Band radios, instructing the latter on proper procedures. Hams will use the Colorado EmComm 447.525 UHF machine.
Brian is currently in need of more Ham ops. ()
Field Day – June 25/26 -- We have word the South Park Rec center is open to our use for Field Day, according to Sue Van Orden, (KDØJNO) Bill’s XYL.
Pack Burro Races – Jack reminded us of the dates: July 31 and Aug 7, and is looking for more Ham ops. ()
ELECTION OF OFFICERS – each incumbent was nominated without opposition and in each case the secretary was ordered to “cast a unanimous vote” for each candidate in turn. All motions were passed and each candidate was re-elected.
Pres., Brian; V-P Steve; Sec’t Padre; Treas. Dwain; Member at Large Pete.
NEXT VE SESSION – July 23, 2011 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – July 23, 2011 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Adjournment – Gregg. (M), Dutch (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3.20 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 05/28/11
NØVSA -- Brian Thomas, Pres. – BaileyPARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – MARCH 26, 2011
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY -- BAILEY, CO.
(03 29 11)
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Brian (NØVSA) at 2:11 P.M.
New Members and Guests – Guest WDØEDH – Wes Morrow.
Minutes of the last meeting – Jan 22, 2011 -- Jack (M), Gregg (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain unable to be present, but sent reports showing a balance of $1454.11 as of today’s meeting. Judy H. (M) Ed H. (S) to accept. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report – Pete went to the 146.895 site on Friday to check out reports of scratchiness and power output. He left the power setting at 15 watts after some testing.
ARES D-6 --- D-6 EC Bill reported Maria Mitchel is the new Director of Communications for Park County. Don Wilson is the new Communications Technical Support person.
The new communications facility in Fairplay has been approved and they hope to begin construction soon on the facility. They have said that there should be some room in the new facility for ARES D-6 to possibly set up a station for communications during an emergency.
VE Report – Seven candidates appeared, two missed the Tech Class, one passing General Class and four passing Extra Class, including PCRC members Steve Hart and Jim Krajcirik. Pete K., Jack F., Gregg S., and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
There was no old business
NEW BUSINESS
Relocation Committee Report – Brian told of a meeting he had with several members to discuss dealing with a possible relocation of the 147.090 and 448.175 if we cannot re-establish operation on Kenosha.
Dutch told us of a letter he wrote to the Forest Service regarding previous confusion over ownership of the site. The letter pointed out the importance of our being able to continue using that site in the future for emergency and routine communications. A copy of the letter was sent to Colorado’s congressional delegation and Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar.
Van Donation – Don Kramer, AAØBZ, a PCRC member, offered to donate a Van for our use (PCRC and D-6). There were good questions and a discussion about condition of the Van, expenses for PCRC for licensing, insurance, maintenance and storage. One person wondered if we might sell the Van and use the proceeds for our operating expenses.
Bob D. (M) Jack (S) the matter be referred to the Board for decision after the Secretary obtains more information about the Van. PASSED.
FIELD DAY JUNE 25-26 -- While no commitments were made to be involved by any members Bill will check out if we can use the same site as last year, while others will consider other locations.
Insurance Payments – Padre reported both equipment ($155) and liability ($320) premiums have been paid. After a revised list of equipment to be covered $50.50 was returned on the equipment insurance.
Greeting Card for Reese – Bob D. filled us in on Reese’s condition in Hospice Care at the Lifecare Center of Evergreen. Although Reese has severe vision problems, besides his cancer, it is sure his son or staff members will read him a card if we send it. Dolores offered to obtain and send a card.
Pack Burro Races – Jack reminded us of the dates: July 31 and Aug 7. He also reminded us of the Colorado Relay Race on August 26.
NEXT VE SESSION – May 28, 2011 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – and ELECTION OF OFFICERS May 28, 2011 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
Adjournment – Bob D. (M), Sela (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3.00 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 03/26/11
NØVSA -- Brian Thomas, Pres. – Bailey
KØUEM – Steve Hart, Vice Pres – Arvada
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
NEØT – Pete Krause, Bd. Member -- Douglass Ranch
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada
WØDSV – Jack Frank -- Golden
KØAWS – Dutch Muetz -- Bailey
KDØBRA – Bob Dotson -- Bailey
KDØMSX -- Jim Krajcirik -- Bailey
KCØFLZ -- Bob Knisely – Bailey
N8TZL – Sela Rice – Bailey
NØTWO -- Gregg Schobinger – Aurora
KCØHUF -- Ed Hilton -- Pine Junction
KCØHVD -- Judy Hilton – Pine Junction
KDØFSR – Robert Blackwell – Morrison West
KCØYIH – Bill Sickles – Como
KDØKYL -- Tom VanOrden – Como
KDØJNO -- Sue VanOrden -- Como
GUEST -- WDØEDH -- Wes Morrow – Bailey
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – JAN. 22, 2011
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY -- BAILEY, CO.
(01 23 11)
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Brian (NØVSA) at 2:00 P.M.
New Members and Guests – Guest: WDØEDA, Wes Morrow, Bailey
Minutes of the last meeting – Nov. 20, 2010 -- Sela (M), Jack (S), Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain unable to be present, but sent reports showing a balance of $1,611.66 as of today’s meeting. Bob D. (M), Sela (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – Pete said the 146.895 is working well. See “New Business” Below.
ARES D-6 – Because of bad WX and roads from Kenosha to Fairplay Bill was unable to attend. He sent an e-mail to Brian, which he will distribute on the reflector, and is included below:
I won't be at the meeting today, the weather and road conditions over Kenosha pass are too bad for safe travel. I have a some announcements for the general PCRC membership and attending D6 members at todays PCRC club meeting.
1. D6 in coordination with the Park County EM will be participating in a grant proposal for equipment to operate a mobile field station including VHF/UHF/HF voice and digital communications. The intention of the grant is to install this equipment in our county's EOC, but right now Park County does not have a permanent EOC/Communications building. If one is built the equipment will be installed there, in the mean time it will be a mobile field station available for deployment at an incident command center of temporary EOC. The grant proposal is part of the South Central Region's HAM radio grant application.
2. The Sacramento ARES repeater frequency has changed to a "to be coordinated" frequency pair of 447.125MHz (-) offset with a 103.5 Hz tone. This repeater is located a few miles west and south of Fairplay at Park County's Sacramento repeater site.
Sacramento
Repeater Transmits: 447.125 MHz
Offset: - 5 MHz
Input: 442.125 MHz
Required CTCSS: 103.5 Hz
Call Sign: WZØN/R S
3. The Park County Emergency Manager, Brian Foltz (KCØUFO) is offering a quarterly CERT training program on January 27th from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Park County Fairgrounds in Fairplay (880 Bogue Street.)The topic is Sheltering and it will be taught be representatives from the American Red Cross. This class is a "crash course" on how to take care of human sheltering needs early in an emergency until outside help, such as the Red Cross itself, can arrive in the area. This will not certify you with the Red Cross, but is a guide on how to get things going when your help as local volunteers is needed most. If you'd like to attend, please RSVP to so he knows to expect you. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
Stay safe,
Bill Sickles
KCØYIH
Colorado ARES D6 EC
VE Report – Two candidates appeared, sadly, both unsuccessful. The team hates this to happen. Pete K., Tom Q., Jack F. and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
Mountain Peace Shelter – Brian reported staff at the shelter was very grateful for the items and number collected for them at our Christmas Luncheon.
NEW BUSINESS
Meeting to re-locate the 147.090 and 448.175 repeaters – an interesting discussion was held during which was mentioned the possibility of getting back on Kenosha, about which Dutch has been in serious contact with the National Forest service and IREA. IREA will be locating equipment there, and building a “shack” for it’s equipment to which PCRC will be welcomed. We will also be welcome to mount on the 130' monopole antenna to be erected there. The monopole will be about 30’ located lower from our original antenna.
Plans continue to be formulated to check other areas for reliable propagation to Dick Mountain, 146.895.
Frequency Coordination – Padre reported he submitted required bi-annual reports to the Frequency Coordinator for 146.895, 147.090 and 448.175 machines. The first is “up and running,” the other two are not operating but must be restored within six months.
Equipment Insurance -- has been renewed for another year, after reducing coverage from $10,300 to $7,000 with a saving of $50.50. Updating can be done during the insurance year, Jan. 1 to Dec. 31.
Liability Insurance – for $1,000,000 per event has been renewed. The insurance covers events at the repeater sites, as well as events at club meetings and other events in which the club is involved. It costs the club $320 premium per year.
Adjournment --- There being no further business Bob D. (M), Jack (S) the meeting be adjourned. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:45 P.M.
NEXT VE SESSION – March 26, 2011 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – March 26, 2011 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 01/22/11
NØVSA -- Brian Thomas, Pres. – Bailey
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
NEØT – Pete Krause, Bd. Member --Douglass Ranch
WØDSV – Jack Frank -- Golden
KØAWS – Dutch Muetz -- Bailey
KDØBRA – Bob Dotson -- Bailey
KDØMSX -- Jim Krajcirik – Bailey
KØFLZ – Bob Knisely -- Bailey
N8TZL – Sela Rice – Bailey
KDØFSR – Robert Blackwell – Morrison West
WDØEDH – Guest Wes Morrow, Bailey
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – NOV. 20, 2010
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY -- BAILEY, CO.
(11 20 10)
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Brian (NØVSA) at 2:05 P.M.
New Members and Guests – One unknown guest who did not sign in.
Minutes of the last meeting – Sept. 25, 2010 -- Sharon (M), Jack (S), Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain unable to be present, but sent reports showing a balance of $1,726.66 as of today’s meeting. Gregg (M) Bob (S) to accept. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report – Pete said the 146.895 is working well. See “Old Business” Below.
ARES D-6 – Bill was present and reported he and many others were involved with the SET today. They were successful in checking in with the State EOC from several locations within Park County and able to get the traffic passed.
VE Report – Two candidates appeared, one passing Tech class exam. The other candidate was unsuccessful. Pete K., Tom Q., Gregg S., Jack F. and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
Repeater -- Continued Discussion -- There was continued discussion about retuning the “cans” for the 147.090. There are questions about a better location (and frequency) for the South Park repeater. Brian will form a team to check out various locations and propagation (after the holidays).
NEW BUSINESS
Peace Shelter – Brian reported his contacts with Kathy M. who will inform us about items we might donate for the shelter at the Christmas Luncheon. Brian also indicated to Kathy that, where feasible for the shelter, children at the shelter will be welcome at our Dec. 18 luncheon. Brian will follow up with Kathy and see what the participation will be this year with the Mountain Peace shelter.
Brian has also been in contact with the Kennedys to invite them and their foster children to our Christmas Luncheon, as well, on Dec. 18. Our members should also consider presents for the children as we did a couple of years ago. It was a great success.
Christmas Luncheon – Saturday, Dec. 18. 11 A.M. – 2 P. M. COME EARLY AND VISIT.
NEXT VE SESSION – Jan. 22, 2011 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Jan. 22, 2011 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey,
Adjournment – Sharon (M), Jack (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:47 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 11/20/10
NØVSA -- Brian Thomas, Pres. – Bailey KØUEM – Steve Hart, Vice Pres –Arvada WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey NEØT – Pete Krause, Bd. Member --Douglass Ranch KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada WØDSV – Jack Frank -- Golden KØAWS – Dutch Muetz -- Bailey KDØBRA – Bob Dotson -- Bailey NØDSV – Sharon Heck -- Conifer N8TZL – Sela Rice – Bailey NØTWO -- Gregg Schobinger – Aurora KDØFSR – Robert Blackwell – Morrison West WØAI – Jeff Geiger –Evergreen KCØYIH – Bill Sickles – Como KDØKYL – Tom Van Orden – Como KAØECB – Cliff Walls –Arvada KDØMLZ – Dave Walls – Arvada GUEST -- Didn’t sign in
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – Sept. 25, 2010
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY -- BAILEY, CO.
(09 25 10)
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Brian (NØVSA) at 2:05 P.M.
New Members and Guests – Sela Rice, N8TZL (new member today); Jim Krajcirik
Minutes of the last meeting – July 24, 2010 -- Jack (M), Sharon (S), Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain unable to be present, but sent reports showing a balance of $1,656.66 as of today’s meeting. Jack (M) Bob (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – Pete said the “cans” for the 147.090 need to be retuned. He suggested the purchase of a piece of equipment and coax (for about $150). He answered questions from the members about the need and expenditure. (more discussion under “Old Business.”
DCES Report – Nancy and Jim not present, and sent E-Mail they would not be involved this Fall. (The secretary understands from Bob Knisely he will be handling the program at DCES and the other local schools).
ARES D-6 – Bill unable to be present but sent E-Mail report to Brian and Jack, which Brian will send to all members via the PCRC Reflector.
“Colorado 14ers” – Bill not present for a report.
Burro Races – Dolores, Sharon and Jack reported generally good (Ham) involvement results. Some volunteers had to be reassigned at both Fairplay and Leadville because of a shortage of operators. Jack reported on the success and problems with the APRS operation.
VE Report – Padre said two candidates appeared, one passing both Tech and Gen class exams. The other candidate was unsuccessful. Pete K., Jack F., Sharon H., Gregg S., and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
Continued Discussion – about South Park and the 147.090 machine concerning need to cover South Park and desire to assure linkage to the 146.895 machine in Bailey, which will mean the 147.090 has to be operational, reliable and installed in the best location.
NEW BUSINESS
“Welcome Home Dutch” – Brian and others expressed pleasure Dutch has come back to Bailey and the club, after about six months in Oregon, temporarily.
Christmas Luncheon Dec. 18 – was brought up to remind members and ask for volunteers. Steve said his wife, Ginie, will help again, and Brian said he would too.
Cycle For Life Boulder Bike Race – in Boulder, for Cystic Fibrosis – has been postponed to Saturday, Oct. 2. Ham ops still needed, as reported by Jack
NEXT VE SESSION – Nov. 20, 2010 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Nov. 20, 2010 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey, BOTH a week earlier than usual because of the Thanksgiving holiday on 11/25.
Adjournment – Sharon (M), Jack (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:47 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 09/25/10
NØVSA -- Brian Thomas, Pres. – Bailey
KØUEM – Steve Hart, V. Pres –Arvada
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
NEØT – Pete Krause, Bd. Member --Douglass Ranch
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada
NØDSV -- Sharon Heck -- Conifer
WØDSV – Jack Frank -- Golden
KØAWS – Dutch Muetz -- Bailey
KDØBRA – Bob Dotson -- Bailey
N8TZL – Sela Rice – Bailey – New Member
KCØFLZ – Bob Knisely – Bailey -- Guest
Guest -- Jim Krajcirik – Bailey (waiting for Call Letters)
D-6 EC BILL SICKLES, KCØYIH SENT THIS FOR INCLUSION IN TODAY’S MEETING.
1. Citizen Emergency Response Team training (CERT) Oct 2nd and 3rd, 9am - 5pm, at the Fairplay Fair Barn. To register or for questions contact the Park County Office of Emergency Management (719)836-4372 or emergencymgr@parkco.us.
2. Simulated Emergency Exercise (SET) Fall 2010 - The Colorado ARES section is proposing a state wide SET event for November 6th or 13th. This is in the planning stages. This will be a test of ARES groups ability to mobilize and an opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities.
3. The Colorado ARES state wide VHF net will be moving to Sunday evenings at 8pm on the Colorado Connection Repeater system starting Nov 7th.
Thanks, Bill - Cell: 303-564-2852
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – July 24, 2010
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY -- BAILEY, CO.
(07 25 10)
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Brian (NØVSA) at 2:14 P.M.
New Members and Guests, – See check-in list below.
Minutes of the last meeting – May 22, 2010 -- were printed in the QUA. Gregg (M), Steve (S), Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain reported a balance of $1,139.80 as of today’s meeting. Bill (M) Sharon (S) to accept. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report – Pete said the Vertex should have a backup rig; the 147.090 rig has low output and needs repair.
DCES Report – Nancy and Jim .— told us they had JOTA at the school with 20 scouts and 4-5 parents; also even talked with astronauts in training. Both events were a thrill for the students. Jim said he had sent receipts for the money PCRC gave a couple of years ago, which receipts were not known by the members. Dwain acknowledged receipt and filed them. Jim and Nancy will continue to be involved from Sept. 1 – Dec 15.
Bailey Hundo Race -- Brian organized the Hams on very short notice and was NCS for what turned out to be a 14 hour day, with the last cyclist coming in at 7:35 p.m. There was one accident of a cyclist and the Hams summoned medical help. The club’s Bailey repeater was used along with a new machine on 447.525. Brian was very pleased with the Hams’ cooperation and is looking forward to next year!
Field Day – Bill headed up the Field Day event for us. The first for us in a few years. Hams were set up at the Jefferson/Como fire station and operated for about five hours. ‘Phone and CW contacts were made east, west, north and south using non commercial power. It was a very windy day so the shelter had to be taken down!
ARES D-6 – Bill said D-6 has had no activity, but will work the Colorado Relay on Aug 20. He reminded us of the “14ers” on Aug 8.
VE Report – Padre said three candidates appeared, one achieving Extra, and two Tech. Pete K., Jim S., Gregg S., and Padre served, with Sharon H. as a trainee. Brian offered Thank You to the VE’s for their service.
OLD BUSINESS
“Colorado 14ers’ Aug. 8 -- Bill said it will start at 8 A.M., with some participants on the trail as early as 4 and 5 A.M. Some California stations have let us know they’ll be on HF and CW looking for the “14ers.”
Burro Races – Sharon said there would be five APRS rigs mounted on the burros on 7/25 for monitoring the progress of the race.
Election of the Vice President -- Steve Hart, KØUEM, was nominated. There being no further nominations Sharon (M), Bill (S) the secretary cast a unanimous ballot for Steve Hart PASSED.
NEW BUSINESS
New Antenna for Dick Mountain – Dwain asked about a different dual band antenna for Dick Mountain site with more gain and greater coverage. He has one which he’d allow the tech team to take up and try. Pete said he’d contact Dwain to set this up.
NEXT VE SESSION – Sept 25, 2010 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Sept 25, 2010 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
Adjournment – Pete (M), Jim (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:20 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 07/24/10
NØVSA -- Brian Thomas, Pres. -- Bailey
NØDSV -- Sharon Heck, Immed. Past Pres. Conifer
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Bailey
NEØT – Pete Krause – Bd. Member --Douglass Ranch
KCØYIH -- Bill Sickles – Como, Co., D-6 EC
NØTWO -- Gregg Schobinger – Aurora
KAØECB – Cliff Walls – Arvada
KA5USZ – Paul Cornes – Pine Junction
KAØNZZ – Jim Stitt – Bailey
KØNNC – Nancy Stitt -- Bailey
KBØZCO – Brent Haberer – Golden
KCØFLZ – Bob Knisely – Bailey
KØUEM – Steve Hart –Arvada
GUESTS AND VISITORS:
Guest -- Dave Walls --- Arvada – Cliff’s son
Guest --Regina Hart – Arvada – Steve’s XYL
KDØDQT --Colin Jones – Bailey
WØLMD -- Robert Suding -- Conifer
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – MAY 22, 2010
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(05 24 10)
The meeting was preceded by a luncheon observing our 15TH Anniversary.
Meeting called to order – by Pres. Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:50 P.M.
New Members and Guests, – See check-in list below.
Minutes of the last meeting – March 27, 2010 -- were printed in the QUA. Bill S. (M), Judy T. (S), Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain reported a balance of $1,045.15 as of today’s meeting. Judy H. (M) Judy T.(S) to accept. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report – Pete said "Bob, KDØBRA, and I plan to go up to Dick Mountain to remove power to the UHF transmitter which is not in use since the link is down. We also plan to replace the padlock on the shed since we only have one key to it."
DCES Report – Nancy and Jim were not present. No report.
VE Report – Padre said five candidates appeared, one achieving Extra, and two Tech. Pete, Ray and Judy Thompson, Gregg and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
Field Day June 26-27, 2010 -- Bill spoke about this annual event, urging our renewed involvement. He has spoken with Fire Chief at Jefferson/Como # 5 on Elkhorn Road where we hope/plan to hold Field Day.
Colorado “14ers’ --- Bill mentioned this again and urged our participation in August.
NEW BUSINESS
Election of Officers – Sharon conducted the election.
PRESIDENT: Brian Thomas, NØVSA, nominated; Bill Sickles, KCØYIH, nominated but declined; Bob Dotson. KDØBRA, nominated but declined.
Judy T. (M), Bill S. (S) nominations cease and the secretary cast a unanimous ballot for Brian Thomas as President. PASSED.
VICE-PRESIDENT: BoB Dotson KDØBRA nominated but declined.
There being no further nominations Judy T. (M) Bob D. (S) election of vice-president be put off to the July 24 meeting. PASSED.
SECRETARY: Padre (WØWPD), and TREASURER (KBØQBF) were both re-elected by acclamation.
Member a-Large -- Dutch (KØAWS) was nominated; Pete Krause (NEØT) was nominated, and won by hands up vote.
All officers serve from July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011.
D-6 Report – Bill S. (M), Brian (S) D-6 be listed in the PCRC meeting agenda. PASSED.
NEXT VE SESSION – July 24, 2010 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – July 24, 2010 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey.
Adjournment – Judy H (M), Brian (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:28 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 05/22/10
NØDSV - Sharon Heck, Pres. ConiferGUESTS AND VISITORS:
Dave Walls --- ArvadaPARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc. Meeting called to order – by V. Pres. Jack (WØDSV) at 2:20 P.M. New Members and Guests; – Sue Van Orden (KDØJN0), Tom Van Orden (Call sign pending),
Chuck Gerarden (WØDLE); VISITORS: Rick Blume (KCØYII), Bob Hawkins
(KCØYXI) Minutes of the last meeting – Jan . 23, 2010 -- were printed in the QUA. Bob (M), Bill (S), Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED. Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain reported a balance of $1,023.55 as of today’s meeting. Bob (M) Gregg (S) to accept. PASSED. Repeater Committee Report – Pete reported repeaters pretty much working well, with some audio and time-out concerns. When weather and access permit he plans a trip to Kenosha. DCES Report – Nancy and Jim were not present. No report. VE Report – Padre said nine candidates appeared, two achieving Extra, one upgraded to General, and four Tech. Three of the candidates came from Greeley. Pete, Jack, Gregg and Padre served. OLD BUSINESS Field Day June 26-27, 2010 -- Bill would like to see the PCRC get back in this event, and will try to organize for this year. We’ve had good participation in the past and he would like to see PCRC involved again. He will present a Tech Talk at the May 22 meeting to explain what is involved. (Field Day is good practice for emergency communication). NEW BUSINESS Bailey Day – PCRC will not be involved again this year. Burro Races -- Dolores will work with Sharon and Jack this year in organizing the Hams for the Fairplay and Leadville races, which she and the late Neal (KØUEM) headed up for more than a quarter century. Next year Sharon and Jack will assume responsibility. Dolores stressed this is not either a PCRC or ARES activity, but is open to, and thankful for, participation by all Hams. Election of Officers – Jack reminded us of the election on May 22, and that he and Sharon will not be seeking election to office for 2010-2011. Dwain and Padre have not yet decided if they will run again. (Dwain is very involved with caring for his wife, Patsy, {KCØIPB} ). Colorado 14ers – Bill discussed this, and presented a “slide show” as the Tech Talk for this meeting. Colorado Relay Race – August 20 – mentioned by Bill. He and Sue will present this in the Tech Talk at the July meeting. NEXT VE SESSION – May 22, 2010 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Church, Bailey. NEXT CLUB MEETING – May 22, 2010 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey, with election of officers for 2010-2011 Adjournment -- Bob (M), Bill (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:49 P.M. Respectfully submitted, MEETING ATTENDANCE – 03/27/10
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – MARCH 27, 2010
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(03 27 10)
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Bailey
NEØT – Pete Krause – Douglass Ranch
KCØYIH -- Bill Sickles – Como, Co., D-6 EC
KDØJNO – Sue Van Orden – Como, Co
KDØKYL – Tom Van Orden (New Member)
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada
KDØJAF -- Steve Hart – Arvada
KDØBRA – Bob Dotson -- Bailey
NØTWO -- Gregg Schobinger – Aurora
NØVSA – Brian Thomas – Bailey – (New Member)
WØDLE – Chuck Gerarden – Hartsel (New Member)
KCØYII – Frederick P. Blume – Denver (Guest)
KCØYXI – Robert Hawkins – Aurora (Guest)
FORMAL D-6 MEETING NOT HELD. BILL’S PRESENTATION OF THE COLORAO 14ers SLIDE SHOW WAS SUBSTITUTED.
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – JANUARY 23, 2010
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(01 28 10)
Meeting called to order – by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:12 P.M.
New Member and Guest – Sue Van Orden (KDØJN0) Tom Van Orden
Minutes of the last meeting – Nov. 21, 2009 -- were printed in the QUA. Gregg (M), Dutch (S), Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain reported a balance of $1,023.55 as of today’s meeting. Dutch (M) Bill (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – Dutch reported we are in contact with the repeater coordinator, Doug Sharp to clarify responsible person for the 147.090. Dutch said he needs more room in his garage and will be transferring some surplus equipment to Pete’s garage for storage. An adjustment at Dick Mountain has allowed repeater linking, still with some audio problems … under study.
DCES Report – Nancy and Jim were not present. No report.
VE Report – Padre said four candidates appeared, one achieving Extra, and two upgraded to General. Jack, Tom Q., Gregg and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
Christmas Luncheon – Dolores said all went well with plenty of great food. She said she wished there had been more attendees. We all had a good time
Mountain Peace Shelter Collection – The collection of items wasn’t up to previous years’ at our Christmas Luncheon event. Dwain reported he received donations of $50.60 which were forwarded to the shelter.
Possible donation of equipment – was mentioned by Padre. A number of fine items may be given to PCRC in the next few months by an interested Ham. How we’ll deal with them remains to be seen. We’ll wait to see!
NEW BUSINESS
Hamcon Banner on PCRC Website – Jack reported offer of HAMCON 2010 to pay the club $25 if we post the banner on our website. Jack said it will be done without a problem.
Bailey Days – Sharon and Jack led discussion of our possible involvement this year, with many comments by members. Dutch (M) Gregg (S) “…we forget it.” PASSED.
“Calling Frequency Practice” – was briefly discussed by the members. It was emphasized the frequencies are by “gentlemen’s agreement” (and not FCC Regs) and should be observed. The 146.520, and others, are often used for rag chew QSOs, violating good operating and the “Gentlemen’s Agreement.”
Burro Days – Dolores not sure if she will coordinate Ham activities, but Jack and Sharon will do so if needed. PCRC has an MOU with race organizers.
Field Day – ARES D-6 EC, Bill (KCØYIH) asked about interest in holding Field Day (in June) and participating in the annual Colorado “14ers” event (August). To be discussed further at our March 27 meeting.
NEXT VE SESSION – March 27, 2010 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Bailey
NEXT CLUB MEETING – March 23, 2010 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
Adjournment -- Dolores (M), Bill (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:54 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 01/23/10
NØDSV -- Sharon Heck – President -- Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Bailey
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
KCØYIH -- Bill Sickles – Como, Co.
KDØJNO – Sue Van Orden – Como, Co
-- GUEST – Tom Van Orden
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada
KDØJAF -- Steve Hart – Arvada
NØTWO -- Gregg Schobinger – Aurora
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING – NOVEMBER 21, 2009
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(11 22 09)
Meeting called to order – by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:07 P.M.
New Members – Bill, KCØYIH, and Bernadette Gibson, NH7XM
Minutes of the last meeting – Sept 26, 2009 -- were printed in the QUA. Gregg (M), Bill (S), Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain reported a balance of $1,438.55 as of today’s meeting. Bill (M) Pete (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – An AC Hum has recently developed on the 147.090. Pete and Dutch planning trip to Kenosha on Wednesday to check things out and (possibly) replace the power supply. They will also check over all the equipment at Kenosha.
DCES Report – Nancy and Jim were not present. No report.
VE Report – Padre said three candidates appeared, one achieving General, other became a new Technician Class. Pete, Jack, Gregg and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
Conifer Christmas Parade – will be covered by ARES D-23 this year, with Paul Garvey in charge. Some of our PCRC members will be among the volunteers.
Search for Newsletter Editors – Sharon reported she has not been able to secure an editor to take over the job. Padre addressed the issue to emphasize any organization needs communication. With our club meetings only every other month now we need to maintain a newsletter, even informally, with individuals offering items for posting on the web page. Padre is willing to handle submissions before submitting to Jack for posting on the web. (Members need to check the page regularly for important items).
Search for Wednesday Net Manager – was not mentioned/considered.
Burro Race and APRS -- Jack is hoping to continue APRS coverage of the race(s) next year, with 2009 a good learning experience. Race organizers were very impressed and supportive. Don Kramer, AAØBZ, has offered to lend another APRS unit for the ’10 race.
NEW BUSINESS
Christmas Luncheon – December 19 at Saint Mary’s, Bailey. Sharon proposed it be a “true pot luck” i.e., without any organization or chairman. There were objections to this plan.
Collection for Mountain Peace Shelter – will be part of our Christmas Luncheon again on 12/19. Sharon will gather and disseminate (e-mail/web) the shelter’s “wish list”!!! Information is available on “PINECAM”.
NEXT VE SESSION – Jan. 23, 2010 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Bailey
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Jan. 23, 2010 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
Adjournment -- Dutch (M), Bernie (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:39 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 11/21/09
NØDSV -- Sharon Heck – President -- Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Bailey
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT -- Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch, Pine
KCØYIH -- Bill Sickles – Como, Co.
NH7XM – Bernadette (Bernie) Gibson -- Bailey
NØTWO -- Gregg Schobinger – Aurora
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING – SEPTEMBER 26, 2009
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(09 26 09)
Meeting called to order – by Vice President Jack (WØDSV) at 2:10 P.M.
Minutes of the last meeting – July 25, 2009 -- were printed in the QUA. Jim (M), Dutch (S), Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain reported a balance of $1,447.55 as of today’s meeting. Dutch (M) Nancy (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report -- Pete reported continuing efforts to resolve an audio problem with the link. He and Dutch were at Kenosha on 9/25. A good discussion was held regarding placing a new antenna at Dick Mountain, as suggested by Dwain, who brought material about a certain antenna. He has a similar antenna to be dismounted and offered that it be installed at Dick Mountain to test performance. Dutch and Pete offered to help.
Another matter of concern is back up power for Dick Mountain. A gel cell will be needed. Daniel offered to donate one of his for the site.
DCES Report – Nancy and Jim are heading up this program for the third year. There are 12 third and fourth graders signed up, and things are going well. They will be involved in the JOTA (Scouts’/Ham Radio “JAMBOREE ON THE AIR)” this year.
VE Report – Padre said two candidates appeared, one achieving General, and the other became a new Technician Class. Jim, Pete, Daniel, Jack and Padre served.
OLD BUSINESS
Surplus Equipment – Dutch and Pete reported $194.00 from the sale of some items, while at the same time there are other surplus items to be disposed of.
Burro Days – Dolores unable to be present. Jack provided a report the race was successful for the participants and the Hams involved. Of particular note the “experiment” with APRS (to keep track of runners/burros) was a success, which garnered the serious interest of race officials for use in the future. This to be discussed further at our November 21 PCRC meeting.
Search for Newsletter Editors -- is ongoing, but has not been successful so far.
Search for Wednesday Net Manager -- has likewise been unsuccessful.
Officers for the next Fiscal Year – was mentioned by Jack who suggested we start thinking about it now. We have only three meetings before the next election in May, 2010.
NEW BUSINESS
Conifer Christmas Parade – will be covered by ARES D-23 this year. It has been the concern of the PCRC the past years.
New Member --- Bill Sickles, KCØYIH, of Como joined us today and applied for membership.
NEXT VE SESSION – Nov. 21, 2009 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Bailey
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Nov. 21, 2009 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON – December 19 at Saint Mary’s, Bailey.
Adjournment -- Dutch (M), Ed H. (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:43 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 09/26/09
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Bailey
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT -- Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch, Pine
NØBN – Daniel Hazen – Bailey
KAØNZZ -- Jim Stitt – Bailey
KØNNC -- Nancy Stitt -- Bailey
WDØEDH -- GUEST -- Wes Morrow -- Bailey
KCØYIH -- Bill Sickels – Como -- New Member
KCØIPB -- Patsy Raulerson -- Bailey
WØDLE – GUEST -- Chuck Gerarden -- Jefferson
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING – JULY 25, 2009
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(07 26 09)
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:13 P.M.
Minutes of the last meeting – May 30, 2009 -- were printed in the QUA. Dutch (M), Judy H. (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain discussed several printouts showing a balance of $914.15 as of today’s meeting. Judy H. (M) Daniel (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report -- Pete reported seeking a reliable repair site for the K8160 rig.
VE Report – Padre reported there were six candidate today, who left with a smile and CSCE. Two men and two women passed Tech and two gentlemen upgraded to General. One of the latter came from Eagle, CO. and the other from Frederick, Co.; both of considerable distance from Bailey. Pete, Jack, Daniel, Gregg and Padre served this session and the candidates.
OLD BUSINESS
Surplus Equipment – Dutch and Pete reported two tables have been reserved at the Jeffco swap meet on August 15 to try disposing of the surplus. Besides, two surplus power supplies have been disposed of by way of donations.
Secretary Election – Padre said he was ready to continue in office. Dutch (M) Ed H. (S) Padre be re-elected. PASSED.
NEW BUSINESS
Burro Days – Dolores unable to be present but several members spoke about the need for participation as Check Point volunteers in a good exercise and practice in Ham and net operation.. (Dolores will likely step down after this year as organizer and net control).
Newsletter – With their notice Gregg and Padre will retire doing the paper Newsletter after the August edition. Padre described the “mechanics” of getting the printed QUA produced and distributed, along with supplying Jack with material for the WEB PAGE. Sharon asked for those who might be interested in taking over the editor’s job. No response. She said she will pursue this.
Assorted Matters -- Sharon mentioned the secretary wants to be relieved of some extraneous, non-secretarial jobs: doing the newsletter, set-up and clean-up for the meetings and other activities, being sure of “goodies” for the meeting (although Neal and Dolores have supplied for many years), net control manager for Wednesday nets, et al.
Judy H. offered to bring “goodies” for September 26 meeting.
Dues Due --- One new member application and three renewals were submitted at this meeting
NEXT VE SESSION – Sept. 26, 2009 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Bailey
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Sept. 26, 2009 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
Adjournment -- Dutch (M), Ed H. (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:43 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 07/25/09
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. – Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Pine Junction
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT -- Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch, Pine
NØTWO -- Gregg Schobinger -- Aurora
NØBN – Daniel Hazen – Bailey
KCØHVD -- Judy Hilton -- Pine Junction
KCØHUF – Ed Hilton – Pine Junction
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING – MAY 30, 2009
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(06 01 09)
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:13 P.M.
Minutes of the last meeting – March 28, 2009 -- were printed in the QUA. Judy T. (M), Judy H. (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain provided several printouts showing a balance of $ 582.75 as of today’s meeting. Dwain urged we watch expenses with less money starting the new fiscal year. Judy H. (M) Pete (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – Dutch reported interest in Kenosha site by State and County COMM was scuttled because their tests with microwave were not successful. Also, HOA at Kenosha site questioning it’s outlay of $300/year for electricity which HOA does not use/need. Dutch suggesting PCRC, ARES and HOA contribute to the bill. At the same time the COMM specialist for Park County suggesting county Em. Serv. Council pick up the tab.
Pete observed there are still some problems with the UHF link between repeaters.
Ham Radio in Schools --- Jim and Nancy Stitt not present but submitted a written report read at the meeting, printed on the agenda, and will be included below. There were some questions about use of the money donated to the DCES project.
Dwain reported $150 was donated to Cancer Research (Colorado) in memory of Neal Hart. A Thank You card from Dolores Hart was received and read at this meeting.
VE Report – Padre reported there was one candidate today, who left with a smile and CSCE. A gentleman from Aurora passed TECH. Pete, Jack, Judy and Ray, Gregg and Padre served this session and the candidate.
OLD BUSINESS
Equipment Donation – from Bill Pate (ex-KAØWFW) was received. It’s an “Henry Radio Tempo One”). Jack has been checking it out. It’s in good condition.
NEW BUSINESS
Dues Due --- was mentioned by Sharon. Five renewals were submitted at this meeting
Bailey Days – because of a lack of interest by PCRC members we will not be involved this year.
Burro Days – Dolores will continue to organize and head this up this year, despite Neal’s death, but she’s not sure she can go on after this year. The events need VOLUNTEERS!!!
Surplus Equipment at Dutch’s QTH – should be disposed of. Dutch, Ray, Pete and Dwain will get together on Wednesday, June 3, to process the equipment for sale.
Elections – Considerable discussion not recorded here. Ultimately, Pete nominated Dwain to continue as Treasurer, Judy T (S). PASSED. After this. Jack (M) Daniel (S) the Pres., V-Pres and Treas. be returned to office. (The secretary wasn’t sure about continuing in office). PASSED. The Chair appointed herself, Judy and Ray T as nominating committee to search for a new secretary, for election July 25.
Tech Talk -- by Pete, with a homebrew RF Ammeter for window (“ladder”) line followed.
NEXT VE SESSION – July 25, 2009 – 12:30 P.M. Saint Mary’s, Bailey
NEXT CLUB MEETING – July 25, 2009 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
Adjournment -- Judy T. (M), Judy H. (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:13 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 05/30/09
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. – Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Pine Junction
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT -- Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch, Pine
NØTWO -- Gregg Schobinger -- Aurora
NØBN – Daniel Hazen – Bailey
KBØEKH -- Dolores Hart – Arvada
WØIVB -- Ray Thompson – Fairplay/El Mirage, AZ
KØWGN -- Judy Thompson -- “ “
KCØHVD -- Judy Hilton -- Pine Junction
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DCES REPORT FROM JIM AND NANCY ------ (etc). BELOW
DEER CREEK E.S. UPDATE
by Jim and Nancy – KAØNZZ, KØNNC
5/20/09
Since we will be at HamCon in Estes Park on May 30, here is our update:
The Ham Club at the elementary school ran from mid-September until May 14th - conducted by Jim (KAØNZZ), Nancy (KØNNC), Bob (KCØFLZ) and/or the Principal, Paul Sandos. Participation ranged from as high as 20 to as low as 3 on a weekly basis. We went through theory, radio protocol, fox hunt, qsl cards, etc. The plan is to continue next year and run the club September until the Christmas holiday. We have possibly 3 kids who are looking to get their Technician license this summer - one a stronger possibility - and also possibly his Dad. We're excited. Also we're working with the ISS Ham Project Engineer at the Johnson Space Station. He is a friend of the science teacher, Scott Rourke. When the astronauts are "practicing", we can get an IRLP link set up so the kids can talk with the astronauts. Mr. Rourke indicated that he could get the kids together on short notice which is what we'll have. The kids particularly enjoyed talking on the radio, doing the fox hunts, and, of course, winning prizes.
Jim & Nancy
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – MARCH 28, 2009
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(03 28 09)
SEE NOTE AT END ABOUT AGENDA RE-ORGANIZED AT THIS MEETING!!!
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:56 P.M.
Minutes of the last meeting – Jan. 24, 2009 -- were printed in the QUA. Gregg (M), Daniel (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain provided several printouts showing a balance of $ 590.43 as of today’s meeting. Daniel (M) Pete (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – stated continued work to upgrade all machines, which are working well at this time. Still some technical concerns.
Ham Radio in Schools --- no report. Jim and Nancy Stitt not present.
VE Report – Padre reported there were two candidates today. Both left with a smile and CSCE. A gentleman from Littleton upgraded to General Class, and our own Jack Frank (WØDSV) upgraded to Extra Class. Pete, Daniel, Gregg and Padre served this session and the candidates.
OLD BUSINESS
Membership Concerns – were again discussed by Sharon, who pointed out other Ham (and non-Ham) groups are experiencing membership losses, perhaps by the current financial situation. She also urged all to promote Ham radio and the club by emphasizing our PUBLIC SERVICE IN TIME OF NEED.
NEW BUSINESS
May Meeting -- The traditional date for the May meeting this year would be on the Memorial Day weekend, so we need take note the meeting will be MAY 16. (Regretfully the date was misstated in the agenda for the meeting today). Note - this is the Annual Business Meeting, at which officers for 2009 - 2010 will be elected.
Equipment Donation – Sharon received an e-mail from Bill Pate of Guffy, ex-KAØWFW, offering to donate some equipment (Henry Radio "Tempo One") to PCRC. Jack (M) Dwain (S) to accept the equipment. PASSED. Dealing with the units will be decided later.
NEXT VE SESSION – May 16, 2009 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – May 16, 2009 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
Adjournment -- Daniel (M), Dwain (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:15 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 03/28/09
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. – Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Pine Junction
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT -- Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch, Pine
NØTWO -- Gregg Schobinger -- Aurora
KDØFSR -- Robert Blackwell – Morrison
NØBN – Daniel Hazen – Bailey
GUEST -- Marsha Sims -- Conifer
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AGENDA RE-ORGANIZED TODAY. Pizza provided by Daniel, NØBN, to celebrate his tenth anniversary as a HAM was enjoyed by all, following which was the TECH TALK provided by Dutch, Pete and Daniel. The meetings of PCRC and D-6 followed.
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – Jan. 24, 2009
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(01/25/09)
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:08 P.M.
Minutes of the last meeting – Nov. 15, 2008 -- were printed in the QUA. Bob D. (M), Gregg (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain provided several printouts showing a balance of $609.03 as of today’s meeting. He pointed out we had more go out than we received in dues. Dutch (M) Bob D. (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report
Pete has installed the new UHF repeater for Dick Mountain. Some audio concerns have shown up, on which Pete will be working, having brought it down for the bench. He will return it today after the meeting. Also, DIGIPEATER at Kenosha is up and running.
Ham Radio in Schools --- no report. Jim and Nancy Stitt not present.
VE Report – Padre reported there were no candidates today. Pete, Daniel, Gregg and Padre were ready and waiting!
OLD BUSINESS
Report --- Conifer Christmas Parade – Sharon said the weather and parade were fine, but could have used a few more Ham ops.
Report -- Christmas Luncheon – Sharon said it went well and thanked Dolores for her work in organizing it, with many calls to members and decoration of the tables.
CCARC – annual dues request reported by Padre, who said our members’ numbers have declined. Dwain will send dues to CCARC (2009) of $9.00.
Daniel – said our March meeting (March 28) will fall on the tenth anniversary of his being a Ham. He’d like to celebrate by providing Pizza for attendees. Daniel spoke of the many areas of his involvement in Ham Radio and agreed to write an article about it, responding to Sharon’s request.
By-Laws Amendment – Padre referred to the wording at the bottom of today’s agenda, changing annual meeting day to the May meeting. Little discussion. Neal (M) Bob D. (S) the change be approved. PASSED
The original date for the May meeting this year would be on the Memorial Day weekend so, Neal (M) Pete (S) our May ’09 meeting be on May 16. PASSED
Membership Concerns -- Discussion about recruiting new members, and re-enlisting lapsed members. We need to try different apprioaches, such as sending current newsletter and cover letter, with an SASE to prospective members, and an “appeal” to sign up again to lapsed members.
Ham Club Website – Padre received e-mail from AB9IF offering to have us submit info for his State-by-State listing of Ham clubs in the USA. Members felt this was acceptable and a good idea for PCRC.
Tech Talks at Meetings – members feel this is an important element for us, and should be planned for as often as possible. Dutch, Pete and Daniel will provide such a talk about APRS and packet at the March meeting.
NEXT VE SESSION – March 28, 2009 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – March 28, 2009 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
Adjournment -- Neal (M), Dutch (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:09 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 01/24/09
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. – Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Pine Junction
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT -- Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch, Pine
KØUEM – Neal Hart -- Arvada
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada
NØTWO -- Gregg Schobinger -- Aurora
KDØBRA -- Bob Dotson – Bailey
KDØFSR -- Robert Blackwell – Morrison
NØBN – Daniel Hazen – Bailey
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CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – Nov. 15, 2008
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(11/15/08)
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:09 P.M.
Visitors --- See list below
Minutes of the last meeting – Sept. 27, 2008 -- were printed in the QUA. Neal (M), Bob (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain provided several printouts showing a balance of $1528.80 as of today’s meeting. Dutch (M) Pete (S) to accept. PASSED
Repeater Committee Report – Dutch reminded Mike Kendall (KCØATI) will be retiring and moving to Alaska in early December. He will leave a number of items with Dutch, including a (Rohn)? tower. Officers signed a gift certificate for Mike, and plaque will be presented when completed.
Dutch and Pete mentioned changes and problems with both repeaters, on which they are working. Also, a DIGIPEATER has been installed (again) at Kenosha. Pete programming a new UHF repeater for Kenosha.
Ham Radio in Schools --- no report. Jim and Nancy Stitt not present.
VE Report – Padre reported two candidates came, and both left with a smile and a CSCE, one as new Tech class, and the other (Bob Blackwell from Morrison) who stayed for our meeting. He passed both Tech and General.
OLD BUSINESS
Conifer Christmas Parade – Sharon needs at least three more Ham volunteers to staff the eight posts on Dec. 6.
Christmas Luncheon – on Dec. 20. Sharon said it will be POT LUCK. She and Dolores will see to details and decorating.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DUTCH.
NEW BUSINESS
Change Meeting Schedule – Jack and Sharon brought up the idea of meeting only in ODD months (when there’s a VE session). Dwain (M) Jack (S) this be so starting in 2009.
After some discussion, PASSED.
NOTE: It will be necessary to amend the By-Laws 3.2 to move the Annual Meeting to May or July.
BE ADVISED: THIS IS OFFICIAL NOTICE THE AMENDMENT WILL BE VOTED ON AT THE JANUARY 2009 MEETING.
DUES ARE NOW OVERDUE
CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON --- Dec. 20 – Gathering at 10 A.M., meals at 11 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
NEXT VE SESSION – Jan. 24, 2009 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Jan 24, 2009 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
Adjournment -- Neal (M), Jeff (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:42 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 11/15/08
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. – Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Pine Junction
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT -- Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch, Pine
KØUEM – Neal Hart -- Arvada
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada
WØAI – Jeff Geiger – Evergreen
KDØBRA -- Bob Dotson -- Bailey
WDØEDH -- Wes Morrow – Bailey – Guest
KDØPUN – Dave Rix – Bailey -- Guest
---- -- Bob Blackwell – Morrison -- Guest
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING – OCT. 25, 2008
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(10/25/08)
THERE WAS NO FORMAL MEETING SINCE WE DIDN’T HAVE A QUORUM.
(A quorum requires at least two officers and at least five other members).
Coming today were: Jack, Dwain, Dolores, Neal, Pete, and Padre.
Following a well presented and well received TECH TALK by Pete on antennae a general discussion proceeded on a variety of subjects for a good hour of sharing. We all enjoyed a variety of cookies brought by Dolores and Neal, and coffee.
One of the matters discussed informally was not having a meeting every month, but only on the days we have a VE session.
NEXT VE SESSION – Nov. 15, 2008 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Nov. 15,
2008 at 2:00 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
(Wish Dutch a Happy
Birthday!!!!!)
CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON – Dec. 20, 2008 – 10:00 A.M. – 2 P.M. – Saint Mary’s
73, de PADRE
WØWPD
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – SEPT. 27, 2008
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:08 P.M.
Minutes of the last meeting – July 26, 2008 -- were printed in the QUA. Dutch (M), Daniel (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain reported balance to date: $2,011.46 Gregg (M), Nancy (S) the report be accepted. PASSED. Padre said it was the time to send the church the previously approved check for rent ($180).
Repeater Committee Report – Pete and Dutch went to Kenosha site and installed the five can duplexer for the 147.090. There have been varying reports about signal strength since the "cans" were put in service. (Propagation has much to do with signal reports).
VE Report – Padre reported two candidates came, and both left with a smile and a CSCE as new Tech class Hams: one from Highlands Ranch and the other from Buena Vista.
OLD BUSINESS
Surplus Equipment – Dutch and Pete reported equipment sold at Jeffco Fairgrounds Hamfest Aug. 17 netted $76.50.
Extra Class study material – was placed on loan to Jack, WØDSV. Others wishing to borrow the material should contact the secretary.
NEW BUSINESS
Computer Virus problems – mentioned by the secretary, especially one called "ANTIVIRUSXP2008". Other members have been infected and problem was discussed.
Cert Training -- was discussed since the second session falls on the day of our October PCRC meeting (Oct. 25). Some members will attend but the club meeting will be held as scheduled.
Ham Radio In Schools – Nancy and Jim Stitt reported two meetings have already been held at DCES for the new school year. A request for funding was submitted, and discussed at length. Daniel (M) Pete (S) $150 be allotted this year, to be distributed based on vouchers submitted by the Stitts. PASSED.
Special Anniversary – Dolores and Neal Hart will celebrate their 65th wedding Anniversary on Sept. 29. Notice was taken at the meeting. The president was authorized to express the club's congratulations by arranging for a special bouquet of flowers delivered to them.
Mike's (KCØATI) retirement -- move to Alaska at year's end was also mentioned. Considering all he has done for the PCRC and ARES D-6 the members voted to take notice by a plaque of gratitude and special gift. Nancy will see about the plaque.
Daniel (M) Jeff (S) to approve these expressions of appreciation. PASSED.
Sharon – asked about serving at the Conifer Christmas Parade (c. Dec. 6). No decisions.
Sharon – mentioned the PCRC Christmas Luncheon (Dec. 20) and again our supporting the Mountain Peace Shelter collection for needed items. The luncheon will be a "pot luck" with Sharon in charge.
DUES ARE NOW OVERDUE – (All present at this meeting are paid up for FY ‘08 – ’09).
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Oct. 25, 2008 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
NEXT VE SESSION - Nov. 15, 2008 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Adjournment -- Jeff (M), Nancy (S) to adjourn PASSED. Adjourned at 3:18 P.M
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 09/27/08
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. – Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson, Treas. – Pine
Junction
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT -- Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch
KØNNC – Nancy Stitt -- Bailey
KAØNZZ -- Jim Stitt -- Bailey
NØBN – Daniel Hazen -- Bailey
WØAI -- Jeff Geiger -- Evergreen
NØTWO – Gregg Schobinger -- Aurora
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING – AUGUST 23, 2008
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(08/23/08)
NO FORMAL MEETING WAS HELD BECAUSE A QUORUM WAS NOT PRESENT.
SEE THE FOLLOWING FROM THE CLUB’S CONSTITUTION.
“Article IV – Meetings”
“The By-Laws shall provide for regular and special meetings. At meetings, a minimum of two officers and five members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.”
* * * * * *
NEAL AND DOLORES HART (KØUEM AND KBØEKH) CAME FROM ARVADA, JACK FRANK (WØDSV) CAME FROM GOLDEN, PETE KRAUSE (NEØT) CAME FROM DOUGLAS RANCH, AND THE SECRETARY CAME FROM BAILEY.
WE WAITED UNTIL 2:25 VISITING AMONG OURSELVES BEFORE DECIDING TO LEAVE FOR HOME. WE ALL ENJOYED THE VARIETY OF COOKIES DOLORES BROUGHT.
DISAPPOINTED and RESPECTFULLY,
E. R. BOVA, WØWPD
SECRETARY
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB,
Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING –
JULY 26, 2008
CHURCH OF SAINT
MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(07/27/08)
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:14 P.M.
Introduction of Visitors -- None Present
Minutes of the last meeting – June 28, 2008 -- were printed in the QUA. Mike (M), Bob (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Dwain reported month to date $1,586.48; Pete (M), Dutch (S) the report be accepted. PASSED. Dwain pointed out the rent to Saint Mary’s Church from previous FY not yet paid. Padre said he would let the treasurer know when to do so. Dwain also noticed the club’s share of the Bailey Dayz site not yet paid. Jack said he would talk with Dwain after the meeting. Dwain also asked about interest on our checking account. Others didn’t think it was possible or worth it! He’ll look into it.
Repeater Committee Report – Mike and Dutch had nothing to report. Pete said unit at Communication Systems can’t be tuned because right cables not available there. Pete looking for another service to do so.
VE Report – Padre reported two of the three candidates who signed up "showed up." Both moved up a "notch" -- one to General and the other to Extra. The latter candidate brought and donated to the PCRC his study materials (Gordon West/W5YI): a manual and a six CD set, for loan to PCRC members aspiring to be extra class hams. (Contact the secretary to reserve use of this expensive set).
OLD BUSINESS
Burro Days -- Dolores reminded us of the dates: Fairplay on 7/27 and Leadville on 8/3, and said things were well set at this time.
Surplus Equipment – Pete has arranged for a table for Aug. 17 at Jeffco Fairgrounds. Dutch and Pete getting organized regarding equipment to be taken to the Hamfest.
NEW BUSINESS
Committee appointments – Sharon asked for volunteers for several "jobs".
Health and Welfare: Dolores will take care of this;
Tech Talks: Pete will see to this, the plan being to hold them occasionally at 1 P.M. when there’s no VE session before the meeting.
Net Manager: no volunteers at this time. Padre will continue as Acting Net Manager
Set up/take down table and chairs as needed: Dutch and Pete will do so.
Hospitality: Sharon will arrange for "goodies" when Dolores and Neal unable to do so.
MOU - Sharon presented a draft of a Memorandum of Understanding between PCRC and the organizers of the Fairplay and Leadville Burro Races for such time when Neal and Dolores will no longer be involved. (They have organized the Hams involved every year from 1981 to the present). Mike (M) John (S) the MOU be accepted. PASSED.See MOU following the minutes on the web page.
DUES ARE NOW OVERDUE – (All present at this meeting are paid up for FY ‘08 – ’09).
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Aug. 23, 2008 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
NEXT VE SESSION – Sept. 27, 2008 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Adjournment -- Bob (M), Mike (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:02 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 07/26/08
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. –
Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres --
Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t --
Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain
Raulerson, Treas. – Pine Junction
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board
Member -- Bailey
KØUEM – Neal Hart -- Arvada
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart --
Arvada
KDØBRA – Bob Dotson – Bailey
KCØATI -- Mike Kendall –
Bailey
NEØT -- Pete Krause – Douglas
Ranch
KD3RDZ -- John C. Hewitt –
Greenwood Village
KØWGN -- Judy Thompson –
Fairplay
WØIVB – Ray Thompson –
Fairplay
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Memorandum of Understanding between Park County Radio Club, Inc. and _______________________
I. Background
Amateur Radio operators, organized by Neal (K0UEM) and Dolores (KB0EKH) Hart have been providing communications to assist with coordination and safety for the ________________ Burro Race since 1981.
II. Purpose
The Purpose of this document is to affirm that Park County Radio Club, Inc. will continue to provide organizational support, coordination and recruitment of Amateur Radio operators, and act as the point of contact between _______________ and Amateur Radio operators to continue this assistance when Neal and Dolores are no longer able or willing to do so. Neal and Dolores shall remain as organizers of this assistance until that time.
III. Contacts
Contact individuals will be the current President and Vice-President of Park County Radio Club, Inc. as listed on the website at http://www.ab0pc.org.
IV. Summary
This Memorandum of Understanding shall take effect upon signature by authorized official of ______________ and Park County Radio Club, Inc.. This Memorandum may be amended by mutual agreement of both parties, and shall remain in effect until terminated.
Signed by:
____________________________________________ _____________
(Organizing Committee) Date
____________________________________________ _____________
Park County Radio Club, Inc. Date
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – JUNE 28, 2008
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:13 P.M.
Introduction of Visitors -- None Present
Minutes of the last meeting – May 24, 2008 -- were printed in the QUA. Neal (M), Dwain (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Nancy presented three reports: month to date $1,056.48; fiscal year 2007-2008; tracking document for years income and expenses for the fiscal year. Judy (M), Neal (S) the report be accepted. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report – Dutch said Pete will be transporting duplexer ("cans") for Kenosha to Denver for tuning (147.690/146.090). Service being offered free of charge by Ken Thomas of Communication Systems.
There is a need to replace the UHF RF rig at Dick Mountain. It was decided that Dutch would contact a source to obtain such a rig, "MAX TRAC" for $140 - $150, provided it be programmed. Dolores (M) Judy (S) this be authorized. PASSED.
OLD BUSINESS
Bailey Dayz – Jack reported the new shelter was of great value, with space and protection from the sun and wind. There were many people who stopped, looked and visited. Look for further details and pictures online and in the printed July version of QUA.
Burro Days -- Dolores reminded us of the dates: Fairplay on 7/27 and Leadville on 8/3.
Magnetic Signs – Jack told of quantity pricing (10 at $3/ea; 20 at $2.50/ea). Several orders were placed, totaling over 20.
Ham in Schools – Nancy asked for small appropriate items to use as prizes and incentives for the students. Dutch wondered why DCES articles in the papers had no mention of the PCRC. Nancy said the principal issued the news releases, which were originally written for the club newsletter, not public distribution.
Surplus Equipment – Dutch reminded about need to organize and transport to a swap fest at Jeffco on Aug. 17.
NEW BUSINESS
Mileage Reimbursement --for Tech crew was mentioned by Sharon, considering the number of miles the crew drives and the price of gasoline. After a good discussion Neal (M) Bob (S): based on IRS rates (as adjusted) current rate is 58.5 cents/mile. Individuals to submit a voucher at a club meeting. PASSED.
Election of Officers – Treasurer Nancy had announced she would decline re-election.
Neal (M) Dwain (S) remaining four members of the Board be re-elected. PASSED.
Members present gave a round of applause in appreciation to Nancy for her excellent work this year.
Nominations were opened for position of treasurer. Pete was nominated but declined. Dwain was nominated, and at first declined but reconsidered. Bob (M) Mike (S) the secretary cast a unanimous ballot for Dwain. PASSED.
NEXT VE SESSION – July 26, 2008 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – July 26, 2008 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
Adjournment -- Mike (M), Judy (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:19 P.M.
Respectfully
submitted, E. R. (Padre) Bova MEETING ATTENDANCE – 06/28/08 NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. –
Conifer
WØWPD,
Secretary
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres --
Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t --
Bailey
KØNNC – Nancy
Stitt, Treas. -- Bailey
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board
Member -- Bailey
KCØHVD – Judy Hilton – Pine
Junction
KØUEM – Neal Hart -- Arvada
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart --
Arvada
KDØBRA – Bob Dotson – Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson –
Pine Junction
KCØATI -- Mike Kendall –
Bailey
NØTWO – Gregg Schobinger –
Aurora
NEØT -- Pete Krause – Douglas
Ranch
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – MAY 24, 2008
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(05/25/08)
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:15 P.M.
Introduction of Visitors -- None Present
Minutes of the last meeting – April 26, 2008 -- were printed in the QUA. Neal (M), Mike (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Nancy not present; Sent E-Mail report: $1,202.99 bank balance as of 05/24/08. Dwain (M), Gregg (S) the report be accepted. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report – Dutch said he, Mike and Pete are looking ahead and planning for the shift of frequencies (146.910 to 147.090) at Kenosha. Will depend mostly on snow and accessibility at the site.
Ham Radio in Schools -- Jim, Nancy and Bob have concluded the project for this school year. They will continue again in the Fall. They are very pleased with results this year. Nancy has composed six articles, (some with pictures) for the newsletter and can be accessed in the “Featured Articles” section of our web site. http://www.ab0pc.org/featured_article.htm.
VE – Padre reported there were three candidates today, all of whom passed. Our own Mike Kendall and Bob Dotson upgraded to General Class. The third candidate, ten years old, became a Technician Class. He is part of the Ham In Schools project.
OLD BUSINESS
Shelter for Bailey Dayz – was researched by Sharon and Jack, who brought four printouts for different units. After good discussion Mike (M) and Dwain (S) to purchase the 10x20 “EZ Pop Up Canopy” for $184 (incl. Shipping). PASSED.
Bailey Dayz 6/21 sign up – Sharon and Jack will need others to volunteer to man the booth so they can have some relief. Contact them to offer help. Jack is looking for suggestions how we might better present ARES to the public at the booth.
Cabinet for Dick Mountain repeater -- Dutch is giving this more thought, and feels at the present time a new cabinet is not needed. There seems to be adequate space for additional equipment now. Pete replaced the doors recently.
Future of the 147.090 – Padre related his correspondence with Doug Sharp (Repeater Coordinator) has been positive. Doug is waiting to hear when the change is made.
Burro Days -- Dolores reminded us of the dates: Fairplay on 7/27 and Leadville on 8/3. Routing is being changed and no decision has been finalized. Neal and Dolores will keep us informed by e-mails. They need sign ups for communicators.
NEW BUSINESS
Hamfest In Monument – Jack told of this event on June 6 (? date not certain now) and wondered if there are those who might be interested in attending , and the possibility of car pooling.
Magnetic Signs – Jack brought sample of one for emergency use on vehicles, costing 4/$27. Neal requesting four. Jack will take orders and see about price break.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – June 28, 2008 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
This will be our annual business meeting with election of officers.
NEXT VE SESSION – July 24, 2008 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Adjournment -- Mike (M), Jeff (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:14 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 05/24/08
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. – Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
KØUEM – Neal Hart -- Arvada
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada
KDØBRA – Bob Dotson – Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson – Pine Junction
KCØIPB – Patsy Raulerson – Pine Junction
KCØATI -- Mike Kendall – Bailey
NØTWO – Gregg Schobinger – Aurora
WØAI – Jeff Geiger – Evergreen
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING - APRIL 26, 2008
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:12 P.M.
Introduction of Visitors -- None Present
Minutes of the last meeting - March 22, 2008 -- were printed in the QUA. Dutch (M), Neal (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- $1,212.99 bank balance as of 04/26/08. Nancy briefly explained the current report, and the tracking document, previously called “budget,” used to show activity past, present and possible. Print of both documents were available at the meeting. Neal (M), Dwain (S) the report be accepted. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report - Dutch and Pete were at Dick Mountain on Friday for maintenance and found the UHF beam turned by the wind 180 degrees resulting in poor signals to/from Kenosha; other details seen to. The question now is replacing the cabinet with a larger commercial unit. Dutch will research specs and prices. To be discussed further at May meeting.
Ham Radio in Schools -- Jim and Nancy are enjoying the project where 20 students are responding very well - even with CW. Nancy has written a fifth article with other pictures, now on the web page.
OLD BUSINESS
Excess Equipment -- Dutch mentioned the number of items to be disposed of. He, Pete and Dwain will organize and arrange for selling at a local Hamfest, possibly Jeffco later this year.
NEW BUSINESS
Future of the 147.090 - Padre related a call from Doug Sharp, repeater frequency coordinator, who inquired about state of the 147.090. He’s anxious to have our use of the frequency clarified. He was told we would discuss this at our April meeting, which we did.
One of our concerns is Pete and Dutch spending many hours and many miles devoted to installing and maintaining the two active machines. A third machine would be too much!
After much discussion it was decided to see if we can put the 147.090 at Kenosha replacing the 146.910, for better frequency separation and release the 146.910 back to the repeater pool. The secretary will check with Doug Sharp about this.
Bailey Day -
Sharon brought information about this with prices for booth space.
Consensus is we only want to be present for one of the two days. Neal
(M), Mike (S) that we reserve a 10x20 space for one day to be shared
with DSV. PASSED. Members also discussed the purchase of a commercial
shelter for future use. Jack and Sharon to check out specs and prices,
and consult with the DSV Board to report back at our May meeting.
NOTE: It
was agreed to move the June meeting to June 28. (Meeting
now confirmed with church -- Padre).
Burro Days -- Dolores reminded us of the dates: Fairplay on 7/27 and Leadville on 8/3.
Kenwood Dual Bander - given to the club by Steve Kelsey was designated for use in the Schools Project -- Neal (M), Bob (S). PASSED. Dutch brought the rig for delivery to Jim and Nancy for the schools program.
NEXT VE SESSION - May 24, 2008 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING - May 24, 2008 - 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
Adjournment -- Dwain (M), Jim (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:45 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE - 04/26/08
NØDSV - Sharon Heck, Pres. - Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD - Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KØNNC -- Nancy Stitt,
Treas. -- Bailey
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz -
Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT - Pete Krause -
Douglas Ranch
KØUEM - Neal Hart --
Arvada
KBØEKH - Dolores Hart --
Arvada
KDØBRA - Bob Dotson -
Bailey
KAØNZZ - Jim Stitt --
Bailey
KBØQBF - Dwain Raulerson -
Pine Junction
KCØATI -- Mike Kendall -
Bailey
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING – MARCH 22, 2008
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(03/24/08)
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:03 P.M. `
Introduction of Visitors -- None Present
Minutes of the last meeting – Jan. 26, 2008 -- were printed in the QUA. Dutch (M), Gregg (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
NOTE: the February meeting was cancelled by board action,
Treasurer’s Report -- $1,245.51 bank balance as of 03/22/08. Gregg (M), Pete (S) the report be accepted. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report – Dutch says the TM-241 at Kenosha seems to be working ok now. Discussion about battery backups for both sites. Mike (KCØATI) offered a large (90- lb.) battery, which will likely be most valuable at Kenosha. We do have a battery for Dick Mountain. Dutch and Pete will pursue this.
Ham Radio in Schools -- Jim and Nancy say things going well. Nancy has written a fourth article with another picture for the web page.
VE Report – Padre reported there were no candidates today, for the first time in over a year.
OLD BUSINESS
Kenosha Digi – Jim (M) Bob(S) to table the DIGIPEATER for PCRC, and let ARES D-6 deal with replacement or repair, if wanted at Kenosha. PASSED
Clarification of Budget Document – There being a question of why one item was deleted from a recent ‘Budget’ printout, Nancy pointed out the ‘Budget’ was really a working document, not cast in concrete. She will change the name for the future.
Excess Equipment -- Dutch again raised the matter of what to do with equipment we no longer need or can use. Ideally it should be disposed of locally to avoid the hassle of packing and shipping. (Perhaps a hamfest)? To be tabled until the April meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
HAM-COM ’08 – requested we place it’s link on our page, and will pay PCRC $25 for doing so. The executive board considered and approved doing so.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – April 26, 2008 – 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
NEXT VE SESSION – May 24, 2008 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Adjournment -- Gregg (M), Neal (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:51 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 03/22/08
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. – Conifer
WØDSV -- Jack Frank, V. Pres -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KØNNC -- Nancy Stitt, Treas. -- Bailey
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT – Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch
KØUEM – Neal Hart -- Arvada
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada
KDØBRA – Bob Dotson – Bailey
NØTWO – Gregg Schobinger – Aurora
KAØNZZ – Jim Stitt -- Bailey
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson – Pine Junction
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING - JANUARY 26, 2008
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:06 P.M. `
Introduction of Visitors -- None Present
Minutes of the last meeting - Nov. 17, 2007 -- were printed in the QUA. Gregg (M), Dutch (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- $1334.44 bank balance as of 01/26/08. Dutch (M), Pete (S) the report be accepted. PASSED.
Nancy presented a revised budget proposal for the current fiscal year, which notes changes by way of receipts and expenditures. Dutch observed the first item (for connectors -- $70) will not be needed, and should be spent for an updated S-COM (controller) program which will work on current versions of MS. General consensus to apply the formerly approved amount, without formal Motion, Second or vote.
Dutch also advised item 5 (Repeaters, New Equipment for Kenosha, $220 - requested, not yet approved) will not be needed for Kenosha. He wondered if that amount couldn’t be applied to renewing DIGI operation on Kenosha and/or improving the UHF link instead. Dutch said he would research costs involved in repair or replacement of now out of service TNC and/or improved antennae for UHF.
Treasurer Nancy asked Dutch to e-mail what he was proposing for the use of the $220.
Repeater Committee Report - See above under Treasurer’s report.
VE Report - Padre reported there were six candidates today, four of whom passed - one Extra Class and one General Class upgrade and two new Techs.
OLD BUSINESS
Conifer Christmas Parade -- Jack was not at today’s meeting, but Dutch said generally things went well. No snow and no medical emergencies among the Hams.
Ham Radio in Schools -- Jim and Nancy are enthused how things are going, with 30 students signed up (but not all have come to meetings). Students are 10-11 years old, grades 4 and 5, with Principal Sandos conducting the club meetings.
Christmas Luncheon - Sharon reported things went well on Dec. 15, with thanks to Dolores for special decorations. The collection for the Mountain Peace Center went well too..
NEW BUSINESS
There was no New Business.
NEXT CLUB MEETING - Feb. 23, 2008 - 2 P.M. Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey
NEXT VE SESSION - March 22, 2008 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Adjournment - Daniel. (M), Gregg (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:32 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE - 01/26/08
NØDSV - Sharon Heck, Pres. - Conifer
WØWPD - Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KØNNC -- Nancy Stitt, Treas. -- Bailey
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz - Board Member -- Bailey
NEØT - Pete Krause - Douglas Ranch
NØBN - Daniel Hazen - Bailey
NØTWO - Gregg Schobinger - Aurora
KAØNZZ - Jim Stitt -- Bailey
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