A regular meeting of the Shelby County Amateur Radio Club was held at the Shelby County EMA office in Columbiana. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by President Bill Davidson KW4J. Members were introduced by name and call sign.One visitor was present, Nathan Reese.
President Davidson announced that the Alabama QSO party would be held on June 7 and suggested participation as a Club Station.
The Ft. Walton Fl Hamfest will be held on March 31.
The Dayton Hamvention will be on 5/15-5/18. ARRL Field Day will be the week end of June 27.
Treasurer Jack Evans KC4PZA reported as follows:
Checking account $106.85
Savings account $ 2.200.89
Repeater account $1,277.00
Tom Appleby W4TCA. Shelby County EMC gave details on upcoming emergency preparedness events.
Joe Ford K4NVJ – VE Testing Chairman said 9 applicants attended the last testing session. He informed the Club that BARC VE testing will also take place at the Red Cross Office. April test date is the first Friday in April at 6:00 P.M.
Bob Thomas KC4AF – Repeater Chairman stated that better coverage is necessary for the Chelsea area and probably an additional remote might be helpful.
The President said the Club and BARC will pool their money and buy an 100 dollar ad in the OMIK convention program which will be in July. It was suggested that both clubs assist in this event if called on.
The Alabaster Crafts Fair will be held on June 6 and SCARC will have a table/display.
Bob Thomas said volunteers are needed to man the booth.
Marc Thomas KF4YHP accepted the position of 2009 Field Day Chairman.
President Davidson announced that annual elections will be held in July and a nominating committee will be named shortly. He asked for any volunteers for the committee contact him.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 P.M
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