A SCARC regular meeting was opened at 7:00 PM Thursday July 23, 2009 at the Shelby County Red Cross office by President Bill Davidson who asked the attendees to introduce themselves by name and radio call sign. There were no visitors.
President Davidson reminded the group of upcoming events of amateur radio interest including the Cullman Hamfest on Saturday, July 25 and the Huntsville Hamfest on August 15 and 16. Members were also reminded of the upcoming elections in September.
Vice President Jim McLester announced that the next program night would be by Bob Thomas KC4AF concerning public relations and the radio amateur. He also provided an status update on the repeater and associated work, including a possible swap of an unused antenna for one that will work better for Club use. He also informed the Club of some ARES training that will take place at this venue next Thursday July 30.
Treasurer Jack Evans KC4PZA reported on two bills. One was a $210.00 bill for food consumed during the past Field Day. It was already budgeted and will be paid. The second bill for approximately $500 for a new laptop computer for use at the Shelby County EMA. This will free the existing computer from having to try to balance HF digital functions from UHF/VHF digital work during emergencies. A motion was made, seconded and passed to pay this bill.
VE Testing Chairman Joe Ford K4NVJ reminded everyone that the next VE Test Session would be at this venue on August 2 starting at 2:00 PM.
Jack Evans reported that the work at the Shelby County EMA BBQ shed is waiting for the OK from the Alabama Highway Department, who are the actual owners. The building has been cleaned up and is ready for the work to begin. SCARC will provide the manpower and the Highway Department will provide the material.
Ron Andrews KC0I acknowledged two new instructors for teaching amateur radio classes - Patty King AJ4RO and John Murphy KA4ZXL. (Since that time I have proposed that Ron become the chairman of the newly-formed SCARC Education Committee in hope that will help him use the Club assets for amateur radio education and growth.)
A program by the Club web guru John Murphy explaining the new VE Web Page then commenced.
The meeting was then adjourned.
Monday, July 27, 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009
SCARC Meeting Minutes for July 9, 2009
A SCARC regular business meeting owas called to order at teh Shelby County Red Cross Office by President Bill Davidson KW4J at 7:00 PM. Members were welcomed and recognized by name and call sign. One visitor, Denise Wilson was present.
President Davidson reminded club members of the upcoming OMIK Convention to be held in Birmingham on July 17 thru 19 at The Doubletree Hotel in downtown Birmingham.
The election committee report will be given at the August 13 Club meeting.
The Huntsville Hamfest is August 15-16 and the Cullman Hamfest is July 25.
President Davidson presented the ATTABOY Award to two club members for their “above and beyond” work for SCARC as teh two past year Field Day Chairmen - Joe Ford, K4NVJ (2008) and Marcus Thomas KF4YHP (2009).
Vice President Jim McLester, W4YXU reported that the program for the July 23 meeting will be given by Bob Thomas , KC4AF, subject – ARRL Public Relations for Amateur Operation.
Tom Appleby, W4TCA, EC Mgr. announced the following emergency training opportunities:
July 13 – Norfolk Southern RR Responder Course
July 14 Homeland Security Communications vehicle demonstration (Tuscaloosa)
July 30 ARES Training session (At the Shelby Red Cross Office)
Club members were reminded that ARRL renewal memberships should be made thru SCARC for Club compensation.
Joe Ford, K4NVJ, VE Testing Chairman reported that 9 applicants were tested at the last session, Testing schedule being the 1st. Sunday of each month. Two SCARC members were recognized for their upgrade to Extra Grade - Patty King AJ4RO and John Murphy. KA4ZXL.
Bob Thomas, KC4AF, Repeater Trustee said that work was being done to improve repeater dead spots in the Chelsea area. A discussion among members followed. Jim McLester, W4YXU said that a new power supply at the repeater side had been successfully tested and run.
Patty King, AJ4RO, Red Cross Liaison, told of training plans available to club members.
Terry Dillard KI4YZI SC EMC Liaison showed completed info sheets on radio equipment at the Shelby County EMA location
John Murphy, Webmaster said several changes to links on the club web site had been made and encouraged members to make use of the SCARC web page.
President Davidson recognized Jim Niven KI4BRE for his work at the barbecues stand at the Shelby County EMA location,
Marcus Thomas, KF4YHP, Field Day Chairman reported a successful and enjoyable Field Day. The club earning a total of 3,880 points for the operation.
Randy Wilson. W4VIP, suggested that the club investigate changing the web site host with the idea of monetary savings. President Davidson asked Wilson to pursue this idea.
Bob Thomas, KC4AF moved that the club give an honorary membership to Jeff Glass N4GEG for the club’s use of the 146.29 repeater, The motion was seconded and passed unanimously.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM.
Submitted by Mike Thomason K4FQF, Secretary
SCARC Meeting Minutes for June 25, 2009
The regular meeting of SCARC was held at the Shelby County EMA building in Columbiana. Roll call of members was by name and call sign.
There were 22 members present.
President Bill Davidson, KW4J called for reports by Officers and Committee Chairmen and items of unfinished business.
The OMIK Convention will be held on July 20-21 and SCARC members will attend and/or assist as needed.
Refurbishment of the Shelby County EMA BBQ shed is continuing and a work day will be announced for completion of this project.
Marcus Thomas KF4YHP, Field Day Chairman outlined plans for the upcoming event. Duties of Station Managers, antenna installation and food preparation were discussed. President Davidson stated that operating details will be the decision of the Field Day Chairman.
Members enjoyed hamburgers, hot dogs and soft drinks prior to the meeting.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 PM
There were 22 members present.
President Bill Davidson, KW4J called for reports by Officers and Committee Chairmen and items of unfinished business.
The OMIK Convention will be held on July 20-21 and SCARC members will attend and/or assist as needed.
Refurbishment of the Shelby County EMA BBQ shed is continuing and a work day will be announced for completion of this project.
Marcus Thomas KF4YHP, Field Day Chairman outlined plans for the upcoming event. Duties of Station Managers, antenna installation and food preparation were discussed. President Davidson stated that operating details will be the decision of the Field Day Chairman.
Members enjoyed hamburgers, hot dogs and soft drinks prior to the meeting.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 PM
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