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PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
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
SEE D-6 MINUTES
ELSEWHERE
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
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(06/29/08)
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
WØWPD, Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 06/28/08
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
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
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING - APRIL 26, 2008
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(04/27/08)
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
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
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
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING - JANUARY 26, 2008
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(01/28/08)
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
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – NOVEMBER 17, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(11/18/07)
Meeting called to order -- by
President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:06 P.M.
Introduction of Visitors -- None
Present
Minutes of the last meeting – Oct. 27, 2007 -- were printed in the
QUA. Gregg (M), Neal (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published
and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Nancy e-mailed
report for November: $1655.54 bank balance. Daniel (M), Dolores (S) the
report be accepted. PASSED. Nancy also sent the latest budget
proposal for the current fiscal year, provided for members.
Repeater Committee Report – Dutch
reported using “digi” at Dick Mountain does not work well at this time,
so the unit was put back at Dutch’s QTH in preparation for the special
health department exercise (flu shots) today. See below under New Business.
Our TNC (Kantronics KPC-2) is defective, and needs
to be either replaced or repaired. Good discussion about making that choice,
with no decision reached.
VE Report – Padre reported there
were three candidates today, all of whom passed – one General Class
upgrade and two new Techs.
OLD BUSINESS
By-Laws Art. 6 Amendment – was
discussed at length, and given final passage.
ART. 6.The club will sponsor District 6 of the
Amateur Radio EMERGENCY Service (ARES) so long as the majority of ARES
members of D-6 is made up of PCRC members. (Nov. 17, 2007)
Conifer Christmas Parade -- Sharon
mentioned Jack will be in charge of the Hams involvement on Dec. first. At
least nine adults will be needed: six as operators, and three to assist for
safety sake of operators.
Ham Radio in Schools -- Bob reported
things have gone well, and keen interest shown by staff and students.
Christmas Luncheon – Bob K.
preparing WEB distribution, as he did a couple of years ago with great
success. The annual event will be Dec. 15 at Saint Mary’s. Sharon reminded
us we will again sponsor a collection for the Mountain Peace Center.
NEW BUSINESS
POD Exercise -- Dutch reported our D-6
involvement in the statewide “flu shot” event today went very well. Our
Dick Mountain repeater was linked with Woodland Park, and worked very well
handling frequent traffic regarding the exercise. Serving with Dutch at the
Platte Canyon High School site were Daniel, Judy, Jeff, Matt, Sharon and
Pete.
Emergency Food Packets – were
brought by Sharon, (and is discussed further on the club Web Page). The
packets contain a good meal, with a supply of water to activate the
preparatory process.
See: http://www.disastersupportvolunteers.com/boards/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=8315
NEXT VE SESSION – Jan . 26, 2008 at 12:30 at
Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON – DEC. 15, 10 A.M. – 2
P.M. Saint Mary’s Church
NEXT CLUB MEETING –Jan. 26, 2008 at 2 P.M. at
Saint Mary’s, Bailey.
Adjournment – Bob K. (M), Dutch (S)
to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:55 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 11/17/07
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. -- Conifer
WØDSV – Jack Frank, V.P., and Webmaster -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Bailey
NEØT – Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch
NØBN – Daniel Hazen -- Bailey
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada
KØEUT -- Neal Hart -- Arvada
KCØFLZ – Bob Knisely – Bailey
NØTWO – Gregg Schobinger -- Aurora
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
No formal meeting held, but material was covered in
the PCRC meeting. See above.
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – OCTOBER
27, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY,
CO.
(10/28/07)
The Tech Talk, presented by Phil Atwater, KIØGL,
“VACUUM TUBES/HAM RADIO” preceded the formal meeting having brought his
homebrew designed and built receiver.
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Atwater
Receiver front and rear views - pix by Sharon NØDSV
(Click on photo for larger view) |
Meeting called to order -- by
President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:33 P.M.
Introduction of Visitors -- Phil and
Judy Atwater.
Minutes of the last meeting – Sept
22, 2007 -- were printed in the QUA. Neal (M), Judy (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published
and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s Report -- Nancy reported
Peak Bank has been taken over by Mutual of Omaha and the name changed. Bank
balance: $1,633.78 as of 10/27/07. Neal (M), Jim E. (S), the report be
accepted. PASSED. Nancy also provided a printout of the club’s
fiscal experience: July ’99 – June ’07, giving good overview of our
financial experiences, for the sake of deriving a realistic budget for this
fiscal year.
Repeater Committee Report – Dutch
reported Pete is going up to Dick Mountain after today’s meeting to work
on a “glitch.” Dutch said with no response from Paul for several weeks
we might be going up to Tom’s (WØGLG) QTH for the “Conifer” site.
Dutch also said Wes Wilson (KØHBZ) has suggested we install a Digipeater on
Dick Mountain.
OLD BUSINESS
Budget Proposal – was printed and
offered by the Treasurer. Good discussion followed. Neal (M) Pete (S) the
Board discuss and determine a budget and the minimum to maintain in our
checking account. PASSED.
Ham Radio in Schools -- was reported
on by Jim S, who said antennae and coax have been installed, with VHF and HF
tests having been made. (Rigs are not being left at the school, at this
time). Principal Sandos is presently studying to take his Tech exam in
November. Jim mentioned a number of donations (equipment and finances) and
loaned equipment.
Christmas Luncheon – was mentioned,
with Bob K. offering to be chair for food, Dolores chair for decorations,
Dutch bringing the place settings, and Padre (after much harassment)
bringing the nutmeg)!!!! The annual event will be Dec. 15 at Saint Mary’s.
Not mentioned, but voted on at Sept. meeting: we
will again sponsor a collection for the Mountain Peace Center.
NEW BUSINESS
PCRC Equipment Assets – was
discussed, and agreed we need to maintain a reliable inventory of what PCRC
and D-6 have. Sharon says we need an equipment “manager”and asked Pete
to accept that job. He agreed.
One question of concern is there is surplus
equipment no longer needed, and how best to dispose of it. To be looked at
more closely in the Spring.
PCRC vs D-6 Relationship – Dutch
introduced an amendment to the club’s By-Laws, Art VI.
Considerable discussion on the wording which
resulted in a final version, as follows:
+ + + + + +
PROPOSED AMENDMENT
NOTE: The word EMERGENCY was accidentally omitted
from the printed/web page version, and is inserted in the version below.
ART. 6.The club will sponsor District 6 of the
Amateur Radio EMERGENCY Service (ARES) so long as the majority of ARES
members of D-6 is made up of PCRC members.
10 27 07
To be voted on for final adoption at the Nov. 17
meeting.
+ + + + + +
MOU PCRC AND D-6 – Sharon offered an
MOU document she had developed, which had been seen by the board, and
discussed at this meeting. Lacking a motion to adopt the matter was dropped.
It was judged an MOU was not needed.
NEXT VE SESSION – Nov. 17, 2007 at 12:30 at
Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING –Nov. 17, 2007 at 2 P.M. at
Saint Mary’s, Bailey.
Adjournment – Bob K. (M), Jeff (S)
to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:41 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 10/27/07
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. -- Conifer
WØDSV – Jack Frank, V.P., and Webmaster -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
NØNNC – Nancy Stitt -- Bailey
KØAWS -- Dutch Muetz – Bailey
NEØT – Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart -- Arvada
KØEUT -- Neal Hart -- Arvada
KCØOGY – Jim Elkin – Bailey
KAØNZZ – Jim Stitt – Bailey
KCØHVD -- Judy Hilton -- Pine
KCØFLZ – Bob Knisely – Bailey
WØAI -- Jeff Geiger -- Evergreen
KDØBRA – Bob Dotson – Bailey (Joined PCRC today)
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – SEPTEMBER 22, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(09/23/07)
Meeting called to order -- by
President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:09 P.M.
Introduction of Visitor -- Bob Dotson
-- Bailey
Minutes of the last meeting – Aug.
25, 2007 -- were printed in the QUA. Judy (M), Jim E. (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published
and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s report -- Nancy
reported: a bank balance of $1,799.43 as of 9/22/07. Judy (M), Jim S. (S),
the report be accepted. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report –
Mike and Dutch not present. Pete reported all
machines work well at this time, except he’s investigating low level
audio, and possible inherent interference, on the .895 – perhaps
overloaded power supply.
VE Report – Padre reported five
candidates were tested today. Four left with a smile and CSCE: two Techs,
one General and one Extra.
Outward Bound “Colorado Relay Race” –
was reported on by Sharon who mentioned six transfer points manned by PCRC/D-6
Hams. All went well using the 146.910 (PCRC) repeater.
OLD BUSINESS
Executive Board Budget meeting today
– was reported on by Sharon and Nancy saying no final decisions were made,
but clarifications were made about past income and expenditures, with a look
ahead to the future. A serious element of the meeting was repeater expenses.
“Ed and Tech Program” – was
reported on by Bob K., who said he, Jim and Nancy had made (are making)
contacts with local school administrative personnel, with signs there is
interest. At this point the elementary level seems most receptive.
NEW BUSINESS
ARRL Division Director Election – in
Oct/Nov. The
PCRC
Discussion Forum has a posting from the two candidates.
Christmas Luncheon Dec. 15 – Sharon
asked if PCRC wants to have it again this year. Bob (M), Judy (S) we do so. PASSED.
Jim S. (M), Pete (S) we again sponsor a collection
for the Mountain Resource Center. PASSED.
Conifer Christmas Parade Dec. 1 –
Judy wondered if we will be involved again this year. There seems to be some
support, with Sharon, Jack and (possibly) Dwain willing to work the parade
(radio communication).
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Oct. 27, 2007 at 2 P.M. at
Saint Mary’s, Bailey.
NEXT VE SESSION – Nov. 17, 2007 at 12:30 at Saint
Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Adjournment – Dwain (M), Bob (S) to adjourn.
PASSED. Adjourned at 2:51 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 9/22/07
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. -- Conifer
WØDSV – Jack Frank, V.P., and Webmaster -- Golden
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
NØNNC – Nancy Stitt -- Bailey
NEØT – Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch
KCØOGY – Jim Elkin – Bailey
KAØNZZ – Jim Stitt – Bailey
KCØHVD -- Judy Hilton -- Pine
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson – Pine
KCØFLZ – Bob Knisely – Bailey
GUEST – Bob Dotson – Bailey
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE - There was no D-6 meeting today
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – AUGUST 25, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(08/25/07)
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:10 P.M.
Introduction of Visitor -- Bob Dotson -- Bailey
Minutes of the last meeting – July 28, 2007 -- were printed in the QUA.
Dutch (M), Neal (S) Minutes be approved as printed, published and distributed.
PASSED.
Treasurer’s report -- Nancy E-Mailed a report: $1,719.43 as of 8/12/07.
Neal (M), Pete (S),the report be accepted. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report –
Dutch reported he, Pete and his son Pete, Jr. spent about four hours at
Kenosha site on Friday. Their goal was to install 100’ of new coax (LMR
400) and better (crimp) connectors, and tighten the hardware on the antenna
for UHF. Pete, Jr. was up on the tower (at a level of 60 feet) for three
hours.
Pete reported this morning he had made a propagation check at the QTH
(driveway) of Tom (WØGLG), in Conifer. Pete found a good signal to Dick
Mountain on UHF. The repeater committee is feeling stronger about placing
the 147.090 at Tom’s QTH.
OLD BUSINESS
Executive Board Budget meeting – was planned for Sept. 15, but Dutch
informed he will, after all, be unavailable. Now, pending Nancy’s
availability, we plan to meet
(at 11 A.M.) before the VE session , at Saint Mary’s. Appreciation for
Nancy was expressed, recognizing her intense work in clarifying the
financial situation, and planning for a budget meeting.
Burro Races – Dolores and Neal said they were very pleased with how
communication by the Hams was handled at both races. Jim and Nancy Stitt
were net controls at Fairplay, while Sharon Heck and Jack Frank were NCS at
Leadville.
Wednesday Night Net – was discussed by the secretary. A tally of the
last 16 nets showed of the 20 members who have checked in, at any time, the
same eight members had checked in from 13-16 times. The remaining 12 checked
in anywhere from one to eight times each.
NEW BUSINESS
Bailey Day Possible Expansion/Upgrade Next Year -- was brought up by
Sharon. Many questions were raised about our interest/possibility of paying
a possible higher fee and the need for more volunteers to staff the booth. A
general negative feeling about going for two and a half days next year was
expressed.
Colorado Amateur Radio Weather Net Manager – has invited PCRC members
to the Wx Net picnic on September 8, at Pine Valley Ranch Park (just out of
Pine, Co.) Further information will be e-mailed this week.
Exec Bd. Budget Meeting (tentative) Sept. 22, 11 A.M. at Saint Mary’s.
NEXT VE SESSION – Sept. 22, 2007 at 12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church,
Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – Sept. 22, 2007, 2 P.M. at Saint Mary’s, Bailey.
Adjournment – Neal (M), Dutch (S) to adjourn.
PASSED. Adjourned at 2:53
P.M.
TECH TALK – Pete brought and explained a relay switching system he
designed and built to offer “Preamp Protection During Transmit.”
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 8/25/07
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. -- Conifer
WØDSV – Jack Frank, V.P., and Webmaster -- Golden
KØAWS – Dutch Muetz, – Im. Past Pres. and Exec. Board Member--
Bailey
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart – Arvada
KØUEM -- Neal Hart -- Arvada
NEØT – Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch
GUEST – Bob Dotson – Bailey (interested in being a Ham)
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – JULY 28, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(07/29/07)
Meeting called to order -- by President Sharon (NØDSV)
at 2:11 P.M.
Introduction of Guests, Visitors -- John Hewitt,
KA3RDZ (joined PCRC at this meeting)
Minutes of the last meeting – June 16, 2007 --
were printed in the QUA. Judy (M), Dutch
(S) Minutes be approved as printed,
published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s report -- Nancy provided a printout,
and reported: $1,589.99 as of today. Judy (M), Jim (S), the report be
accepted. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report – Dutch discussed
setting up the 147.090, after the VE session, with Tom Quinlan (Conifer).
Tom is open to it, who said we may install the repeater in his garage, and
use his tower. About 140 feet of coax needed for the run.
Dutch also presented a list of needed items (coax
and fittings) for Conifer and upgrade at Kenosha. Estimated cost: $290.85,
plus shipping. Bob (M), Neal (S) purchase be approved. PASSED.
Neal suggested we raise each repeater’s equipment
to optimum operation, over time, one machine at a time. Neal also suggested
the club develop an annual budget, based on previous years’ experience.
Within the budget define an amount dedicated to repeaters, to be untouched
except for repeaters. Neal (M) Mike (S) Executive Board set up a budget. PASSED.
Dutch reminded he has several pieces of repeater
equipment stored in his garage, mentioned at the last meeting, and presented
a list of those items.
Annual Report -- to the State of Co. has been paid,
with $10 due the secretary.
OLD BUSINESS
Bailey Day, June 30, Booth Report – was given by
Jack, who spoke of the strength and weakness of this year’s experience,
with suggestions for next year. Jack says it was a success this year,
despite space limitations. Jack’s full report will be found at http://www.ab0pc.org/articles.htm.
Burro Races – were again mentioned by Dolores and
Neal: Fairplay (July 29) and Leadville (Aug. 5).
NEW BUSINESS
Pro-Rated Membership Dues – was brought up and
suggested by the secretary, who said there have been inquiries about it.
After some discussion the idea was approved, to wit: PRO-RATE dues on a
quarterly basis for those joining late in the fiscal year. Dutch (M), Neal (S) PASSED.
Tech Talk at August Meeting – Pete (not in
attendance today) said a friend offered to provide a talk/demo about vacuum
tubes in Ham Radio. Interest was shown, and generally agreed to invite Pete’s
friend to provide a Tech Talk after the August Meeting.
Invitation Received – by PCRC to attend the Co.
Am. Radio Weather Net annual picnic on Sept. 8, at Pine Valley Ranch Park (on Jeffco road
126, about 5 miles south of Pine Junction). From Bill DeWolfe, WØLVI, Wx
Net Manager. More info later.
CERT Training – was mentioned by Jack, who said it
is well worthwhile (two eight hour sessions, next being offered on Sept. 22
and 29).
Jack also mentioned the Denver Radio Club’s next
Hamfest, Sunday, August 19, at the Jeffco Fairgrounds.
VE REPORT – Padre said five candidates were served
today, with all being successful: three Techs, a General (“Paper Upgrade”)
and an Extra.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – August 25, 2007, 2 P.M. at Saint
Mary’s, Bailey.
NEXT SCHEDULED VE SESSION – Sept. 22, 2007 at
12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Adjournment – Neal (M), Judy (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:38 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 7/28/07
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. -- Conifer
WØDSV – Jack Frank, V.P., and Webmaster -- Golden
KØAWS – Dutch Muetz, – Im. Past Pres. and Exec.
Board Member-- Bailey
KØNNC – Nancy Stitt, Treas. – Bailey
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart – Arvada
KØUEM – Neal Hart – Arvada
NØTWO – Gregg Schobinger -- Aurora
KCØHVD -- Judy Hilton -- Pine
KAØNZZ --Jim Stitt – Bailey
KCØATI – Mike Kendall -- Bailey
KCØFLZ – Bob Knisely – Bailey
KA3RDZ – John Hewitt – Greenwood Village – New
Member
Guest – WB4CIW – Frank P. Lambert, IV -- Denver
Guest – KA4FCD Susan Lambert – Denver
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – JUNE 16, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY ---
BAILEY, CO.
(06/17/07)
A great pot luck luncheon was enjoyed by all before the meeting. Thanks to Nancy, Dolores, Jim, and all providers.
Padre recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. Dolores provided a cake in recognition of the event. Photo by Sharon.
Congratulations Padre!

Meeting called to order -- by
President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:09 P.M.
Introduction of Guests, Visitors --
Andree Krause and John Hewitt, KA3RDZ
Minutes of the last meeting – May
26, 2007 -- were printed in the QUA. Judy T. (M), Dwain (S) minutes be approved as printed,
published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s report -- Judy reported:
$1,225.55 as of May 23, ’07. Neal (M), Nancy (S), the report be accepted. PASSED.
Sharon reminded us -- Dues Are Due with the new
fiscal year starting on July 1.
Repeater Committee Report – Mike
said there’s a continuing problem with the UHF at Kenosha and offered some
suggestions. Dutch and Pete have worked at Kenosha and Dick Mountain sites
this week. Dutch reminded he has several pieces of repeater equipment stored
in his garage, which are not generally in working (and/or) modern condition.
He and Mel will be looking into advertising and disposition of what is not
needed.
OLD BUSINESS
Bailey Day – Nancy and Jim will
assist with booth set up, but have to leave the booth by 11 A.M. Folks are
needed to set up/take down the booth, and man the booth. Last meeting the
president suggested participants bring whatever equipment they would use at
Bailey Day to the June 16 club meeting. Nothing was brought.
Burro Races – were again mentioned
by Dolores and Neal: Fairplay (July 29) and Leadville (Aug. 5). More
operators can be utilized.
The Pot Luck – before the meeting
today was a success, and Sharon expressed thanks to Nancy, Dolores and all
who were involved in any way.
NEW BUSINESS
Election of Officers – was conducted
by the president. Neal (M) Judy T. (S) current officers, including Dutch (the
member at large) be re-elected, with the exception of Judy H., who declined
re-election. Nominations were then opened for the office of Treasurer. Neal (M), Ray (S) Nancy be the new treasurer. Passed
without objection.
Officers’ terms run from July 1 – June 30.
NEXT SCHEDULED VE SESSION – JULY 28, 2007 at
12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – July 28, 2007, 2 P.M. at
Saint Mary’s.
Adjournment – Neal (M), Nancy (S) to
adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:41 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 6/16/07
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. -- Conifer
WØDSV – Jack Frank, V.P., and Webmaster -- Golden
KØAWS – Dutch Muetz, – Im. Past Pres. and Exec.
Board Member-- Bailey
KCØHVD – Judy Hilton, Treas. – Pine Junction
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart – Arvada
KØUEM – Neal Hart – Arvada
KØNNC – Nancy Stitt – Bailey
KAØNZZ --Jim Stitt – Bailey
KØWGN – Judy Thompson – Fairplay
WØIVB – Ray Thompson – Fairplay
KCØIPB – Patsy Raulerson – Pine Junction
KBØQBF – Dwain Raulerson – Pine Junction
KCØATI – Mike Kendall -- Bailey
KØRED – Mel Schulman – Bailey
KCØFLZ – Bob Knisely – Bailey
NEØT – Pete Krause – Douglas Ranch
Guest -- Andree Krause – Douglas Ranch
Guest -- KA3RDZ – John Hewitt – Greenwood
Village
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING – MAY 26, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY ---
BAILEY, CO.
(05/27/07)
Meeting called to order -- by
President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:07 P.M.
Introduction of Guests, Visitors --
Brent Haberer (renewal), Doris Young, John Hewitt.
Minutes of the last meeting – April 28, 2007
-- were printed in the QUA. Jim E. (M), Dolores
(S) minutes be approved as printed,
published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s report -- Judy sent
report: $1,225.55 as of May 23, ’07. Nancy (M), Neal (S), the report be
accepted. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report – Mike and
Pete not present. Dutch reported he and Pete worked at Kenosha site this
week, and Pete made second trip to disable the UHF because of interference
problems, perhaps due to conflicts with PL tones.
OLD BUSINESS
Educational and Technology Program --
Jim S. reported the principal leaving and Jim has had no response so far.
Not much can be done over the summer. Good discussion by members about
various approaches and age groups to be included.
Bailey Day – Dutch needs volunteers
for the race/walk event that day. (More on this in the D-6 minutes). Folks
are needed to set up/take down the booth, and man the booth. Good discussion
about what should be presented in the booth – especially things to attract
attention, particularly the youth. Ideas mentioned were TV (e.g. the six
minute CD from ARRL), CW demos, and QSOing, among other ideas.
The president suggested participants bring whatever
equipment they would use at Bailey Day to the June 16 club meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
June 16 Pot Luck and Club Meeting –
Nancy volunteered to chair the Pot Luck, and will be contacting members.
Thank you Nancy!!!!
VE Report – Padre said five
candidates came today, and all left smiling. Among the successful were our
Nancy (Extra Class), our president Sharon and Brent (General Class) and two
other men from Littleton and Lakewood (General Class).
Burro Races – were mentioned by Dolores and
Neal: -- Fairplay will be July 29, and Leadville August 5.
Ray -- reminded us about the Sinclair
Antenna at his QTH, needing to be taken down.
Tech Talks at Meetings – Sharon
suggested we discuss taking RF exposure measurements in compliance with FCC
regs. Good discussion with much interest about that topic, with no date set
to consider it.
NEXT CLUB MEETING – June 16, 2007, with POT
LUCK at 12:30, 2 P.M. at Saint Mary’s.
NEXT SCHEDULED VE SESSION – JULY 28, 2007 at
12:30 at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey. (Possibility of special VE
session in June… to be decided and announced).
Adjournment – Neal (M), Jim E. (S)
to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:00 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE – 5/26/07
NØDSV – Sharon Heck, Pres. -- Conifer
WØDSV – Jack Frank, V.P., Webmaster -- Golden
KØAWS – Dutch Muetz, – Immed. Past Pres. -- Bailey
WØWPD – Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
NØTWO – Gregg Schobinger, Aurora
KBØZCO – Brent Haberer –Morrison
KBØEKH – Dolores Hart – Arvada
KØUEM – Neal Hart – Arvada
KØNNC – Nancy Stitt – Bailey
KAØNZZ -- Jim Stitt – Bailey
KCØQDD – Dick Danks – Everegreen
KCØOGY – Jim Elkin – Bailey
KØWGN – Judy Thompson – Fairplay
WØIVB – Ray Thompson – Fairplay
KØRED – Mel Schulman – Bailey
KCØFLZ – Bob Knisely – Bailey
WØEXR – Russ Young – Denver
Guest -- Doris Young – Denver
Guest -- KA3RDZ – John Hewitt – Greenwood Village –
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING - APRIL 28, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(04/29/07)
Meeting called to order --
by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:10 P.M.
Introduction of New
Members, Guests, Visitors -- None
Minutes of the last meeting - Mar. 24,
2007 -- were printed in the QUA.
Gregg (M), Daniel (S) minutes be approved as printed,
published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s report
-- Judy reported bank balance of $1,590.47, prior to the meeting. Daniel
(M), Bob (S), the report be accepted. PASSED. (Checks were written
during the meeting. See actions below).
Repeater Committee Report -
Mike and Pete not present. Dutch asked approval for the purchase of three
duplexers (2 mtr./440 MHz) for Kenosha, Conifer, and a back up). Cost
$114.96. Bob (M), Daniel (S) be approved. PASSED. Dutch said the 147.090
working well at his QTH (testing). Equipment being readied for
installation at Conifer.
OLD BUSINESS
Educational and Technology Program
-- Jim S. not present, but Bob said contacts have been made with local
schools, and waiting for schools’ decision and replies.
Field Day -
was again discussed briefly, with, again, little interest shown. Gregg
(M), Ed (S) the club not be involved this year. PASSED
Bailey Day -
Sharon received letter from the Bailey Day Committee, with info about
registration, fees, and programs. The non-profit fee is $40. Daniel (M),
Jeff (S) PCRC split the fee with DSV. PASSED.
NEW BUSINESS
Tech Talks at Meetings - Sharon asking if
we want to continue to have them. Good exchange about having them during,
before or after the meeting. Consensus it be either before or after the
meeting, when held. Suggestions for a topic are welcome.
Rent to Saint Mary’s Church -- Padre
explained the club has never paid any rentals. Any charges have been
covered by VE testing fees, for example, to the Fire Station at $10/month
when we were using it. VE not able to offer any funds in 2006. PCRC needs
to help pay Saint Mary’s for heat and light. Ed (M), Daniel (S) PCRC
send a check for $180 for rent/expenses. PASSED.
President’s Gavel - was purchased by
Sharon, who asked for reimbursement. Ed (M), Bob (S) we pay for the gavel,
at $14.50. PASSED.
NEXT VE SESSION - May 26, 2007 at 12:30
at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING - May 26, 2007, 2 P.M.
at Saint Mary’s
Adjournment - Ed
(M), Gregg (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 3:03 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE - 04/28/07
NØDSV - Sharon Heck, Pres. -- Conifer
WØDSV - Jack Frank, V.P., Webmaster --
Golden
KØAWS - Dutch Muetz, - Immed. Past Pres.
-- Bailey
WØWPD - Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KCØHVD -- Judy Hilton, Treas. - Pine
Junction
NØTWO - Gregg Schobinger, Aurora
KCØFLZ -- Bob Knisely - Bailey
KCØHUF - Ed Hilton - Pine Junction
NØBN - Daniel Hazen -
Bailey
WØAI - Jeff Geiger
--Evergreen
NOTE: Ten members came to,
and enjoyed, a fine Pizza Luncheon. Sharon ordered and brought the several
pizzas, and she and others provided soft drinks (“POP,” as Dutch prefers
calling them)!!!
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING - MARCH 24, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(03/24/07)
Meeting called to order --
by Vice-President Jack (WØDSV) at 2:11 P.M. (Sharon snowed in).
Introduction of New
Members -- KCØTLY, John
Gleason, KØAXE, L.J. Barbara (renewing members)
Minutes of the last meeting - Feb. 24,
2007 -- were printed in the QUA.
Neal (M), Bob K.
(S) minutes be approved as printed,
published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s report
-- Judy reported bank balance of $1,594.16. Neal (M), Nancy (S), the
report be accepted. PASSED.
(Judy told us she had brought many loaves
of surplus bread, etc., for members to take).
Repeater Committee Report -
Yaesu Vertex being repaired; ICOM on the way this week. 147.090 ready for
installation in Conifer area.
Pete has been very busy working on
equipment at Dick Mountain. Set-up working very well, with some
variables/options being planned.
VE Report
- Padre said there were four candidates today, with three upgrading,
including our own Jack to General class.
OLD BUSINESS
Pot Luck in April - was
discussed again at length. Ideas suggested about using "TOOLEY’S" on
Crow Hill. Suggested we plan to order at 12:30 P.M., and eat at 1 p.m. It
was also suggested we ask Daniel to head up the event. It will be
necessary to ascertain number of those coming (RSVP). The secretary will
solicit this info.
Dutch mentioned possibility of having a speaker from Public Health at April meeting, perhaps at about 1:30.
NEW BUSINESS
Field Day -
was again briefly discussed, with little interest shown. L.J. expressed
some interest, and this was again tabled until the April meeting.
Bailey Day -
was discussed. Mel (M), Nancy (S) we be involved. PASSED.
Jack said
Sharon will take care of application for the Booth. PCRC and DSV (and
ARES? -
webmaster)
will
share expenses and set up. All agreed our booth should be (far) away
from the “band stands.”
Additional
- Jack circulated material about the ARRL’S “EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAM.” Check out: http://www.arrl.org/FandES/tbp/
Good discussion about providing Amateur
Radio awareness material to local schools.
Jim S. will approach Platte Canyon
Schools to see about administration’s/teachers’ interest. Bob K. will
assist.
NEXT CLUB MEETING -April 28, 2007, 2 P.M.
at Saint Mary's, FOLLOWING PIZZA LUNCH
NEXT VE SESSION - May 26, 2007 at 12:30
at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Adjournment - Neal
(M), Bob K. (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:55 P.M.
A “Tech Talk” was not held because of
bad winter weather, and distances of members to go home. Nancy wondered if
we shouldn’t include the “Talk” before adjournment.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE - 03/24/07
WØDSV - Jack Frank, V.P., Webmaster --
Golden
KØAWS - Dutch Muetz, - Immed. Past Pres.
-- Bailey
WØWPD - Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KCØHVD -- Judy Hilton, Treas. - Pine
Junction
KØUEM - Neal Hart -- Arvada
KBØEKH - Dolores Hart -- Arvada
NEØT - Pete Krause - Douglas Ranch
KØRED - Mel Schulman - Bailey
NØTWO - Gregg Schobinger, Aurora
KAØNZZ -- Jim Stitt - Bailey
KØNNC - Nancy Stitt - Bailey
KCØFLZ -- Bob Knisely - Bailey
KCØHUF - Ed Hilton - Pine Junction
KCØTLY - John Gleason - Bailey
AIØW -- Steve Finch - Bailey
KCØOGY - Jim Elkin --
Bailey
KØAXE -- John “L.J.” Barbara
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
(webmaster note: Pres. Sharon now has a gavel -
we better behave in the meetings now! ;-) )
Additional webmaster note: Our always efficient
and accurate Secretary apparently forgot to include mention of the highlight of
the meeting - therefore I have appended the following picture courtesy of Dutch,
KØAWS :-)

PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING - FEBRUARY 24, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY, CO.
(02/24/07)
Meeting called to order --
by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:15 P.M.
Introduction of New Members, Guest and
Visitors - Dean Buckhouse,
KBØVVA, Lake George, and Mel Schulman, KØRED, Bailey, both renewing
former members.
Minutes of the last meeting - Jan. 27,
2007 -- were printed in the QUA.
Neal (M), Daniel
(S) minutes be approved as printed,
published and distributed. PASSED.
Treasurer’s report
-- Judy reported bank balance of $1,492.70. Pete (M), Jim E. (S), the
report be accepted. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report -
Pete reported the 147.090 (now being tested at Dutch’s QTH) is doing
well, and tests are bringing good reports about signal strength and audio.
Pete also said the S-COM controller on which he’s working (for 146.895)
looks to be operating well. He suggests we take it to Dick Mountain, and
bring the S-Com at Dick Mtn. down for testing and analysis.
Dutch reported he believes the 147.090 is
soon ready for installation at Paul Garvey’s (Conifer area). Mike has a
CAT200 controller needing factory service. At his QTH Dutch also has two
MICOR repeaters needing attention.
OLD BUSINESS
Christmas Get-Together - Dolores
said “thank you” for the cooperation and attendance at the annual
event. She felt it was a fine success.
NEW BUSINESS
Pot Luck in April - was
discussed at length. It was observed this event (and others including food
planning) needs others to take charge, besides those who have done it many
times in the past: Dolores, Judy H. Judy T., Bob K, and the secretary.
Daniel (M) Dutch (S) we have a “Pizza Party” in April, the club paying
for the pizza, with “freewill” offerings being accepted that day
(April 28). Daniel made a donation of $20 to help with the bill.
Field Day -
was briefly discussed, with little interest shown. The matter was tabled
until the March Meeting. Dean mentioned the possibility of PCRC combining
with MARC at his QTH for Field Day in Lake George.
Bailey Day -
was discussed briefly. Dutch reminded us of our past COMM. support for
the Race/Walk which Matt has headed up. (With Matt’s house up
for sale we’re not sure if he and Tracy will be available this year).
NEXT VE SESSION - March 24, 2007 at 12:30
at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
NEXT CLUB MEETING - March 24, 2007,
following the VE Session.
Adjournment - Neal
(M), Dolores (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:55 P.M.
Following adjournment a discussion about
antenna tuners, auto and manual was held - contributed to by members.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE - 02/24/07
NØDSV -- Sharon Heck, Pres -- Conifer
WØDSV - Jack Frank, V.P., Webmaster --
Golden
KØAWS - Dutch Muetz, - Immed. Past Pres.
-- Bailey
WØWPD - Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KCØHVD -- Judy Hilton, Treas. - Pine
Junction
KØUEM - Neal Hart -- Arvada
KBØEKH - Dolores Hart -- Arvada
NEØT - Pete Krause - Douglas Ranch
KCØQQD - Dick Danks - Evergreen
KCØOGY - Jim Elkin - Bailey
NØBN -- Daniel Hazen - Bailey
KØRED - Mel Schulmann - Bailey
KBØVVA - Dean Buckhouse -Lake George
_____________________________________________
IN ADDITION TO ABOVE, FOR D-6 MEETING:
Lori Hodges - Park County Emergency Manager
who
made a presentation at the D-6 meeting
before PCRC, and,
AIØW - Steve Finch - Bailey
SEE D-6 MINUTES ELSEWHERE
PARK COUNTY RADIO CLUB, Inc.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING - JANUARY 27, 2007
CHURCH OF SAINT MARY --- BAILEY,
CO.
(01/28/07)
Meeting called to order --
by President Sharon (NØDSV) at 2:03 P.M.
Minutes of the last meeting - Nov. 18, 2006
-- were printed in the QUA. Dutch
(M),
Jim E. (S) minutes be approved as printed,
published and distributed. PASSED.
NOTE: There was no meeting in December
because of the Christmas get-together.
Treasurer’s report
-- Judy sent an e-mail of November report balance: $1,342.43
Jim E. (M), Bob K. (S) the report be
accepted. PASSED.
Repeater Committee Report -
Dutch reported Mike dropped off several pieces of repeater equipment.
Pete, now on the repeater committee, will be doing what he can to get them
operational.
VE REPORT
- Padre reported there were three candidates today, who left with a CSCE
and a smile. Nancy passed both the CW and General class exams, and is now
a “full” general. Jim E. passed the general theory exam, which a third
candidate also passed.
OLD BUSINESS
Christmas Get-Together - Nancy
said she and Dolores were pleased with the event, and cooperation of the
members. There was plenty of good food and fellowship. Nancy said she
enjoyed working with Dolores, who couldn’t attend today.
Sharon said a dozen prints of the
Christmas pictures (from the web) have been printed and are being mailed
to the three members who don’t have web capability.
Mountain Peace Shelter
- Sharon reported her contact (Cathy) was very pleased and grateful for
our donations. The shelter can always use donated items, especially those
which are not “covered” by food stamps (paper products and personal
items).
Letter to Non-Members
- Sharon said she had varied replies from those to whom she mailed an
invitation for the Christmas doings (and membership).
Conifer Christmas Parade Dec. 2 -- Sharon
reported all went well, despite a hypothermic problem with one ham. Paul
Garvey was able to summon immediate aid from Elk Creek.
NEW BUSINESS
Wednesday Net revisited --
Padre spoke about the turnout for the net, and wondered if there was a
problem. He quickly reviewed the summary of a questionnaire from Oct. ’05.
Considering our membership numbers our checkins aren't too bad, when
compared with the experience of other clubs’ nets, with much higher
membership.
*NEXT ARES D-6 MEETING - Feb. 24,
2007 at 1:00 P.M. at Saint Mary’s, Bailey
**Note time change this meeting only.
There will be a guest speaker.
NEXT CLUB MEETING - Feb. 24, 2007,
following the D-6 meeting.
NEXT VE SESSION - March 24, 2007 at 12:30
at Saint Mary’s Church, Bailey.
Adjournment - Dutch
(M), Bob K. (S) to adjourn. PASSED. Adjourned at 2:32 P.M.
Tech Talk on Soldering matters followed -
contributed to by members.
Respectfully submitted,
E. R. (Padre) Bova
WØWPD,
Secretary
MEETING ATTENDANCE - 01/27/07
NØDSV -- Sharon Heck, Pres -- Conifer
KØAWS - Dutch Muetz, - Past Pres. --
Bailey
WØWPD - Padre Bova, Sec’t -- Bailey
KCØOGY - Jim Elkin -Bailey
NEØT - Pete Krause - Douglas Ranch
KCØYFK - Nancy Stitt - Bailey
KAØNZZ - Jim Stitt - Bailey
KCØFLZ - Bob Knisely - Bailey
Guest -- Bryan Knisely - Bob’s Son
* * * * *
ARES D-6 meeting followed.
See minutes elsewhere
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