This is an archive for minutes of the JARC. For the more recent minutes see Minutes.
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JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
MINUTES OF MONTHLY MEETING
January 6, 2001
Meeting Place:
McPhetres Hall (4th and Gold), Juneau -- Date and Time: January 6, 2001, 6:00 p.m.Members attending: KL7HFI(Jerry), KL0KZ (Sam), WL7WB(Paulette), WA6AXO(Frederick), KL7IG(Charles), NL7XZ(Bob), KL0UY(Mark), AL7IQ(Robert), KL0QP(Maria), WL7QE(Bob), WL7CSM(Leimomi), KB7UBH(Gary), N7PHB(Rick), WL7QA(Marion), KD7WN(Dan), WL7QD(Steve), KL0EJ(Jerry), KL7IYD(Jim), KL0ZK(Chad), KL0ZL(Frank), WL7QN(Alexander), AL7AE(Terry), WL7ZJ(Judy), WL7ZI(Peter), WLYZH(Les), KL0LA(Barbara), Brent Fischer and eleven guests.
The annual meeting was called to order by the President, KL7HFI(Jerry), at 7:00 p.m.
Minutes for the last meeting were approved as published.
Treasurers Report
The Treasurer, Paulette, reported that the current balance is $1,011.32 thanks to early receipts of year 2001 dues.Old Business
Sam Smith gave a synopsis of Club activities and accomplishments during 2001. Jerry Prindle gave a summary of the volunteer examinations program and that there was an excess in revenue of $184.64 which was given to the Club. Bob Simpson gave a report on the ARES net activities. Jerry Prindle has submitted the paper work to the FCC for renewal of Club callsign, KL7GPG, and that he will be the trustee of the callsign. Jerry Prindle reported that the Heinzlemann repeater is functioning well.
The following officers were elected for year 2001:
 | President Howard Shepard AL7BP |
| Vice President Laura Furgione KL0XG |
| Secretary Sam Smith KL0KZ |
| Treasurer Paulette Sill WL7WB |
| VHF Chairman Brent Fischer |
| Past President Jerry Prindle |
New Business
There was no new business brought before the members.The Annual meeting of the Juneau Amateur Radio Club was adjourned at 7:50 PM
JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
MINUTES OF MONTHLY MEETING
Meeting Place:
McPhetres Hall (4th and Gold), Juneau -- Date and Time: December 6, 2000, 7:30 p.m.Members and guests attending: KL7HFI(Jerry), KL0KZ (Sam), WL7WB(Paulette), WL7ZN (Ron), WA6AXO(Frederick), NL7KL(Tad), WL7UX(Red), KL7GI(Dean), KL7IG(Charles), KL5T(Kent Perry -- ARRL), NL7XZ(Bob), KL0ZD(Ed), KL0UY(Mark), W7ZF(Herb), KL7IWC(Larry), and WL7CQA(Teresa)
The annual meeting was called to order by the President, KL7HFI(Jerry), at 7:30 p.m.
Minutes for the last meeting were read and approved.
Treasurers Report
The Treasurer, Paulette, reported that the current balance is $1,243.08 thanks to early receipts of year 2001 dues.Old Business
Bob Simpson and Jerry Prindle gave a report on the National Weather Service Special Event. Although the propagation was poor we did make about 50 contacts including seven participating NWS stations. Twelve Club members participated which included employees of the NWS. Ed Plumb from the NWS presented a plaque recognizing the Club’s participation.
The annual Club banquet was discussed. Saturday, January 13th was suggested for the dinner. Frederick will coordinate the use of the Hall with Holy Trinity. Charles Gray moved that door prizes be provided in an amount of about $300, including a $150 gift certificate to Radio Depot and four or five ARRL manuals. The motion was seconded and approved. Charlie will obtain the books and Sam Smith will get the gift certificate. The food committee will be Sam Smith, Jerry Prindle, and Charley Gray. The setup committee will be chaired be Sam Smith. There will be an examination and a flea market prior to the supper and meeting.
New Business
The President reported that the Club callsign, KL7GPG, has expired and asked for volunteers to be the Trustee for the new license. Frederick volunteered in the event that no one else steps forward.
It was moved, seconded and passed that the annual meeting recess until the banquet in January.
The business meeting was recessed at 8:30 p.m.
Program
Following the business meeting, an excellent program was presented by Dean Williams, KL7GI, on the early days of amateur radio in Juneau. Dean has been an amateur for 67 years, obtaining his license when he was 14 years old.
ARRL Section Manager, Kent Perry (KL5T), gave a short presentation on ARRL activities. He is looking for a frequency coordinator for SE Alaska and a Packett gateway in Juneau. The Club advised him that Bob Simpson is the ARES net manager for Juneau. He also discussed the self-policing observer program for monitoring and enforcement.
Minutes respectfully submitted by:
Club Secretary, Sam Smith, KL0KZ
JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
MINUTES OF MONTHLY MEETING
Meeting Place:
McPhetres Hall (4th and Gold), Juneau -- Date and Time: September 6, 2000, 7:30 p.m.Members and guests attending: KL0KZ (Sam), WL7ZN (Ron), WA6AXO(Frederick), KL0WE(Tom), NL7KL(Tad), KL0QZ(Glenn), WL7QC(Bob), KL0SI(Jimmie), WL7CQB(Diane), and WL7UX(Red)
The meeting was called to order by the Secretary, KL0KZ, (Sam), at 7:30 p.m.
Minutes for the last meeting were not available.
Treasurers Report
The Treasurer, Paulette, was out of town, but she prepared a financial report on the current Club bank balance. The Secretary reported that the Club had a balance of $639.60 on June 6, 2000. The majority of expenses over the summer were in support of the new repeater being installed on Heinzelmann Ridge.Old Business
The new Heinzelmann Ridge repeater is operating from Jerry’s house in the Valley. It will be moved to the Ridge as soon as helicopter access is available. In the meantime try it out on 146.64(-).
The Jamboree on the Air will be held on October 21st. WL7QC(Bob) will coordinate the event. WL7ZN(Ron), KL0KZ(Sam), KL0SI(Jimmie), and WL7UX(Red) volunteered to help with the event. The Scout office is proposing to hold the event after the Camporee at Riverbend School. Sam will contact Carol Bruce about the event and encourage the Scout leadership to hold the event at Skaters Cabin in order to demonstrate the the ability of amateur radio to function in remote locations. More information at the October meeting.
New Business
It was moved, seconded and passed that that we use McPhetres Hall for our permanent meeting location. We were advised that we might have to use another room in the building if Holy Trinity is using the Hall.
Frederick moved that we conduct an election for Club President since it’s required by the by-laws to fill vacancies by election. The motion was tabled until the next meeting.
Bob Dewey suggested that we consider Club involvement in contests. Bob, offered to organize Club participation in an event during October. He will report on this at the next meeting.
The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
MINUTES OF MONTHLY MEETING
Meeting Place: KTOO Conference Room, Juneau -- Date and Time: April 5, 2000, 7:30 PM
Members and guests Attending: KL0MW(Greg), KL0KZ (Sam), WL7WB(Paulette), WL7ZN (Ron), WA6AXO (Frederick), KL7HFI(Jerry), AL7HF(Frank), KL7IG(Charlie), KL0UY(Mark), NL7XZ(Bob), KL0WE(Tom), KL0WD(Nathaniel), WL7CSM(Leimomi), KL0VV(Constancio), KL7IWC(Larry), and WL7CQA(Teresa)
The meeting was called to order by the President, KL0MW(Greg) , at 7:30 PM.
Minutes for monthly meeting, held on March 1, 2000 were read and approved.
Treasurers Report
The Treasurer reported that the club has a bank balance of $3220.
Membership Report
Bob Simpson (NL7XZ) reported that the club membership totaled 85 as of meeting time. He expects at least 2 more members to pay their dues within the next two months. He is going to send out stamped, self-addressed envelopes to try to capture a few more. An outstanding job by Bob.
New Licences, Upgrades and Classes
Jerry Prindle (KL7HFI) reported that the VE exam that took place on April 1st was successful. Fifteen individuals took the test. Out of 22 elements taken 14 were passed. Dave Walton from Sitka received Extra Class. He passed 20 wpm code test and element 4B. Paul Hamby and Susan Pollard both passed elements 2 and 3A for their Technician licenses. In preparation for the upgrade on April 15, the following passed the Element 3B (General): Leif Lie, Dave S. Miller, Chris Snyder. Passed Element 4B (Extra): Terry Hoskinson, Dave Lewis, Don Richter, Howard Shepard. Congratulations to all!! Many thanks to all the hard work by the VEs and especially Jerry for doing all the heavy lifting!
License exams will be held at the KTOO conference room at 10 AM on May 20, 2000.
Officers Reports
| Greg reported that he will be leaving April 25th for a new job in Albuquerque, and that he won’t be able to finish his term as president. The Club wished Greg all the best and thanked him for his hard work. |
Old Business
| Frederick reported that Susan Fitzgerald from KTOO asked for volunteers to answer phones at the Spring pledge drive. Ron Hagerup, Thomas Rozek, Greg Griffith, and Teresa Walter volunteered. |
New Business
| The next Club meeting will be held at the KTOO building on Wednesday, May 3, 2000 at 7:30. |
| Bob Simpson announced that hams had helped out during the recent avalanche in Thane by providing radio communications until regular telephone service was reinstated. He will be sending information on our activity to the State coordinator in Anchorage. |
| Jerry Prindle passed out information from W5YI on the new rules and regs. |
Program
| The Club members began putting together the QRP kits which were sold at the meeting. An interesting activity. |
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM.
Submitted by: KL0KZ (Sam)
JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
MINUTES OF MONTHLY MEETING
Meeting Place: KTOO Conference Room, Juneau -- Date and Time: March 1, 2000, 7:30 PM
Members and guests Attending: KL0MW(Greg), KL0KZ (Sam), WL7WB(Paulette), WL7ZN (Ron), WA6AXO (Frederick), KL7HFI(Jerry), AL7HF(Frank), KL7IG(Charlie), WL7UX(Red), KL0UY(Mark), NL7KL(Tad), KF6CCO(Bryan), NL7XZ(Bob), WL7YI(Rick), N7JYS(Eric) and Thomas Rozek.
The meeting was called to order by the President, KL0MW(Greg) , at 7:30 PM.
Minutes for monthly meeting, held on February 2, 2000 were read and approved.
Treasurers Report
The Treasurer reported that the club had a bank balance of $3059.12.
Membership Report
Bob Simpson (NL7XZ) reported that the club membership totaled 66 as of meeting time. He expects about 40 more members to pay their dues within the next two months.
New Licenses, Upgrades and Classes
Jerry Prindle (KL7HFI) reported that the VE exam that took place at 6 PM this date was successful. Nathaniel Abbott and Thomas Rozek passed the Tech exam and Red Tomlinson passed the General Class written exam. Jerry reviewed the new testing requirements. One important item is that anyone receiving the technician license prior to 3/1/87 and having passed the 5 wpm code test, can receive the General Class license by application since the old Tech written exam included the General Class questions. Anyone needing an old license for an upgrade can receive confirmation from a research company at a cost of $30. Contact Jerry for the reference.
License exams will be held at the KTOO conference room at 10 AM on April 1 and April 15.
Officers Reports
| Greg reported on the Officers meeting held on 2/16/00. Discussed programs for upcoming meetings. The March meeting will include a discussion of building small, inexpensive QRP transceivers and providing information for ordering. If interest is shown, the kits will be constructed at the April meeting. |
Old Business
| Reed Willis won the JARC award at the Capital City High School Science Fair for his project on VHF antennas. He will receive a $75 cash award and be encouraged to work towards an amateur radio license. The Secretary will send the check and a certificate. |
New Business
| The next Club meeting will be held at the KTOO building on Wednesday, April 5, 2000 at 7:30. |
| Greg Griffith offered to speak to the high school physics teacher about including ham radio and other types of electronic communications in the curriculum. We would also offer to assist students with science fair projects and try to develop an interest in ham radio. |
| Greg passed out information related to proposed legislative cuts in the public radio budget and requested that club members write to members of the finance committee and ask that public broadcasting not be cut. |
| Jerry Prindle advised the club that there may be an opportunity to install a repeater at the top of Eagle Crest. It was moved, seconded and passed that we authorize Jerry to purchase a repeater for an amount ranging from $1500 to $1800. Details would be as agreed to by the VHF committee. Jerry is leaning towards a VHF repeater with a UHF link to Lena Pt. |
Program
| Sam (KL0KZ) presented information on inexpensive QRP kits available from various sources (primarily QRP) clubs. There was sufficient interest for the purchase of four Pixie II Transceiver kits from HSC Electronics at a cost of about $12 each and four Tuna Tin II transmitter kits from the New Jersey QRP Club at a cost of $12 each. Sam will also order the necessary crystals for the Pixie II kits at a price of about $4 each. Enough interest was shown so that we would plan to build the kits at the regular April meeting. |
The March 1, 2000 meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM.
Submitted by: KL0KZ (Sam)
JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
MINUTES OF MONTHLY MEETING
Members and guests Attending: KL0MW(Greg), KL0KZ (Sam), WL7WB(Paulette), WL7CSM(Leimoni), WL7ZN (Ron), WA6AXO (Frederick), KL7HFI(Jerry), AL7HF(Frank), KL7IG(Charlie), AL7IQ(Robert), KD7WN(Dan), NL7HZ(Matt), KA5ERI(Don), WL7QB(Don), WL7UX(Red), KL0UY(Mark), N7PHB(Rick) and Thomas Rozek.
The meeting was called to order by the President, KL0MW(Greg) , at 7:30 PM.
Minutes for the conclusion of the annual meeting, held on January 22, 2000 were read and approved.
Treasurers Report
The Treasurer reported that the club had a bank balance of about $2100 following payment of bills for the annual dinner meeting. The Travel Lodge dinner cost $718.20 which was offset by the $20 charge for the dinners.
Membership Report
A membership report will be made at the next meeting.
New Licenses, Upgrades and Classes
Jerry Prindle (KL7HFI) reported that the VE exam on 1/22/2000 was successful. Constancio Bolima received his Tech License, Ron Hagerup (WLYZN) upgraded to Extra Class and Jim Cummins (KL7IYD) passed the 20 wpm code test.
Old Business
| It was moved seconded and passed to support the High School Science Fair with a $75 prize for the best project related to electronics or radio communications. Sam Smith and Greg Griffith will act as judges for the Club at the Fair which will be held on February 26th. |
New Business
| It is with sadness that we report that Club member Robert Crabtree (WL7BMX) became a silent key on December 23, 1999. |
| The next Club meeting will be held at the KTOO building on Wednesday, March 1, 2000 at 7:30. |
| Frederick (WA6AXO) provided information on the new license structure and encouraged Advanced Class licensees to upgrade before April 15th as the new test will include both Advanced and Extra Class questions. He also suggested that we have at least two more VE tests prior to April 15th. |
| Jerry (KL7HFI) a portion of the information from ARRL on the new license structure. He pointed out that Technicians licensed when the General Class exam was used for the written portion of the Tech exam, would be grand fathered for the General Class License upon passing the 5 wpm code test. |
| Don Jones (KA5ERI) provided information on the importance of the FCC’s ULS (Universal Licensing System). The FCC hopes to eliminate paper applications entirely in the future, but you need to be registered in the system before you can utilize it. |
| Jerry (KL7HFI) said that he would offer VE exams on March 1st at 6 PM, before the regular meeting and on Saturday April 1st at a time and place to be announced. |
| Don Jones (KA5ERI) discussed the requirements for the use of the KTOO building and passed out the meeting space guidelines. We are very fortunate to be able to use the new facility for our meetings and we thank KTOO for their hospitality. We need to remember that we are guests in the building and to please remain in the meeting room. Don Jones will continue to be our sponsor for the near term. |
Program
| The program was an excellent tour of the newly refurbished KTOO radio and television station by Don Jones. The new facility is modern and has excellent facilities for a community the size of Juneau. |
The February 2, 2000 meeting was adjourned at 8:30 PM, and was followed by the tour.
Submitted by: KL0KZ (Sam)
JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
MINUTES OF ANNUAL MEETINGBEGINNING DECEMBER 1,1999 AND ENDING JANUARY 22, 2000
Meeting Place: Travel Lodge Restaurant -- Date and Time: January 22, 2000, 8:45 PM
Members Attending: KL0MW(Greg), WL7ZN (Ron), KL0KZ (Sam), WL7CSM(Leimoni), WA6AXO (Frederick), KL7HFI(Jerry), AL7HF(Frank), KL7IG(Charlie), KB7UBH(Gary), KL7IYD(Jim), KL0MO(Mark), AL7AE(Terence), WL7ZI(Peter), WL7ZJ(Judy), KL0RY(Leif), AL7IQ(Robert), KL0TK(John), KB7UBH(Gary), WL7CSJ(Charles), AL7BP(Howard), KL0QZ(Glenn), KD7WN(Dan), KL7IWC(Larry), WL7CQA(Teresa), KL7RS(Norm), KL0LA(Barbara), KL7IXO(Don), WL7ET(Joanne), WL7WB(Paulette), plus six guests.
The annual meeting, which began on December 1,1999 and had been continued, was called to order by the President, KL0MW(Greg) , at 8:45 PM following dinner.
Minutes for the initial portion of the December 1, 1999 meeting were read and approved.
Treasurers Report
The Treasurers report was made on December 1, 1999.
Membership Report
The Membership report was made on December 1, 1999.
New Licenses, Upgrades and Classes
An examination session was held at 4 PM, prior to the meeting. A
complete report will be presented at the next meeting.
Old Business
The President thanked the Club officers for their service and then
conducted elections for the year 2000 officers. The new officers are:
President: Greg Griffith
Vice President: Leimomi Matunding
Treasurer: Paulette Sill
Secretary: Sam Smith
VHF Chairman: Howard Shepard
New Business
It was moved, seconded and passed to again support the High School
Science Fair which will take place in February; with the amount of the prize
to be determined at the next meeting. The next Club meeting will be held at
the KTOO building on Wednesday, February 2, 2000 at 7:30. Don Jones will
give a tour of the new radio and TV station.
Program
The annual meeting program consisted of a buffet dinner, good
conversation and door prizes.
The December 1,1999 meeting was adjourned at 9:30 PM.
Submitted by: KL0KZ (Sam)
JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
MINUTES OF REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
DECEMBER 1, 1999
Meeting Place: Downtown Juneau Fire hall. -- Date and Time: December 1, 1999, 7:30 PM
Attendees: KL0MW(Greg), WL7ZN (Ron), KL0KZ (Sam), WA6AXO (Frederick),
NL7KL(Tad), KL7HFI(Jerry), AL7HF(Frank), KL0UX(Dean), KL7IG(Charlie), WL7XZ(Bob), KL7GT(Jon), KB7UBH(Gary), K0RJL(Dave)The meeting was called to order by the President, KL0MW(Greg) , AT 7:30 PM. Minutes for the November 3, 1999 meeting were read and approved.
Treasurers Report
Our treasurer, WL7CSM(Leimomi), was out of town. The treasurers report was
given by WL7XZ(Bob). The Club has a current balance of about $1300.
Membership Report
Bob Simpson reported that George Reifenstein (W3ML), passed away. George
is survived by his wife Pat (WL7CLT). George had held his amateur radio
license since 1926 and will be missed by the amateur radio community. Bob
played a recording of an interview with George conducted several years ago
concerning his experience in amateur radio -- it was very interesting.
New Licences, Upgrades and Classes
Jerry Prindle will be handling contacts with W5YI concerning licensing and
will coordinate new licenses and upgrading. An examination session will be
held at 4 PM on Saturday, January 22, 2000 at the Travel Lodge banquet room
prior to the annual meeting.
Old Business
Following a discussion it was moved, seconded and passed that the annual
meeting and dinner be held at the Travel Lodge Restaurant banquet room on
January 22, 2000. There was consensus that door prizes be given.
New Business
There was consensus that a swap meet be held on a Saturday in February at
our new meeting place at the KTOO building.
Program
Dave Miller (K0RJL) presented an interesting program on the Incident
Command Structure and how that applies to amateur radio. Dave, who is the
former Juneau airport manager, is an expert in the field of managing and
implementing emergency plans. The meeting was continued to January 22, 2000 at
the annual meeting.
Submitted by: KL0KZ (Sam)
JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB MINUTES OF REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
November 3, 1999
Meeting Place: Downtown Juneau Fire hall. -- Date and Time: November 3, 1999, 7:30 PM
Attendees: KL0MW(Greg), WL7ZN (Ron), KL0KZ (Sam), WL7CSM (Leimomi), WA6AXO (Frederick), WL7QC(Bob), NL7KL(Tad), KL7HFI(Jerry), AL7IQ(Robert), KL7AK(Richard), WL7CKM(Rex), WL7WB(Paulette), KL7WF(Steve), N7PHB(Rick), AL7HF(Frank), W3YQ(Jim), Dean Davis
The meeting was called to order by the President, KL0MW(Greg) , AT 7:30 PM. Minutes for the October 6, 1999 meeting were read and approved as corrected.
Treasurers Report
WL7CSM(Leimomi), reported that the club has a current balance of $1326.50. Bills in the amount of $363.53 were paid during October.
Membership Report
No report.New Licenses, Upgrades and Classes
The new HAM class started on Saturday, October 9th at the Glacier Valley Fire Hall. Jerry Prindle (KL7HFI) is the instructor. Jerry Prindle will be handling contacts with W5YI concerning licensing and will coordinate new licenses and upgrading. The Club would like to thank Robert Martin (AL7IQ) for his efforts over the last several years
heading up our volunteer examiner program. Frederick Hoskinson (WA6AXO) suggested that we maintain our relationship with the Anchorage Ham Club regarding testing as he believes that they will eventually be able to provide us with good service in the volunteer examiner program.
Old Business
Bob Dewey reported that the Scout Jamboree-On-The-Air was not held October 16th as scheduled as a good location was not found.
The Club Secretary reported that a letter was sent to Don Jones at KTOO requesting the use of their new meeting space for our monthly meetings and other club activities.
The Club Secretary also reported that a thank you letter was sent to Wendy Marriott at the CBJ, thanking her for the use of the Teen Club building for the Field Day activities.
New Business
The time and place for the annual dinner and flea market will be discussed at our meeting on December 1st. The Annual Meeting of the JARC will be initiated at the December 1, 1999 meeting as required under the bylaws of the Club. It is expected that the meeting will then be reconvened at the annual dinner which will take place in January. Elections and other important business will take place at that time. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 1, 1999 at the Downtown Fire Hall at 7:30 unless the members are notified otherwise. Dean Davis will be helping with our web page since it is difficult for Jon to handle it will he is in Croatia. Jon has done a great job and we appreciate all of his help. We understand that he will be in Juneau during the holidays.
Program
Rick Kaplan (KL7AK) and Bob Dewey (WL7QC) gave a very interesting program on their DXpedition to Nunivak Island. Their trip was the featured article in the November edition of QST magazine. They discussed the Islands-On-The-Air program, IOTA, which is headquartered in Great Britain, and the US islands program, USI. We understand that they subsisted mostly on gourmet meals of Beanie-Weanies and Spam. In between meals they made about 1700 contacts over a 4-day period. Bob shared his equipment list with the Club members. Anyone interested in more information on the IOTA and USI programs can find it on the web at:
http://www.rsgb.org/operate/iota/iota.htm and at: http://www.eng.mu.edu/~usi/.
The program for December will be given by Dave Miller on the Incident Command Structure.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 PM.
Submitted by: KL0KZ (Sam)
JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB MINUTES OF REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
Meeting Place: Douglas Fire hall. -- Date and Time: October 6, 1999, 7:30 PM
Attendees: KL0MW(Greg), WL7ZN (Ron), KL0KZ (Sam), WL7CSM (Leimomi), WA6AXO (Frederick), KL7IG(Charlie), NL7XZ(Bob), WL7QC(Bob), KL0QZ(Glenn), NL7KL(Tad), KB7UBH(Gary), KL0TN(Jon), KL7HFI(Jerry), AL7IQ(Robert), KL7AK(Richard), N3WWE(Nick), Dean Davis, Mark Miles
The meeting was called to order by the President, KL0MW(Greg) , AT 7:30 PM.Minutes for the June 2, 1999 and September 1, 1999 meeting were approved.
Treasurers Report
WL7CSM(Leimomi), reported that the club has a current balance of $1423.74. Bills were reviewed.
No report.Membership Report
New Licences, Upgrades and Classes
NL7XZ(Bob) reported that the new HAM class will start on Saturday, October 9th at the Glacier Valley Fire Hall. Jerry Prindle will be the instructor. We could have as many as 18 students in the class. It was moved, seconded and passed that Bob order an additional 20 ARRL books, "Now You're Talking".
Jerry Prindle is continuing contacts with W5YI concerning licensing. He has about 12 volunteer examiners, but they will need to turn in their questionnaires to become qualified.
Old Business
Bob Dewey advised the membership that the Scout Jamboree-On-The-Air will be held October 16th. The location has not been established yet as the Skater's Cabin is not available this year due to construction.
The Club Secretary was asked to write a letter to Don Jones at KTOO requesting the use of their new meeting space for our monthly meetings and other club activities.
The Club Secretary was also requested to write a thank you letter to Wendy Marriott at the CBJ, thanking her for the use of the Teen Club building for the Field Day activities.
New Business
The Club President reviewed the officer's staff meeting. Proposed programs for upcoming meetings include: The Pacific Net; Packet radio demonstration by Jerry Prindle; DXpedition to Nunivak Island (Bob Dewey and Rick Kaplan); Incident Command System (Dave Miller); Kit Building; and QRP.
The membership suggested that paraglider use of HAM radio, Science Fair winners, and transmitter hunts also be included as possible program topics. It was suggested that a flea market and Annual Meeting dinner be held on different days.
Richard Kaplan advised the membership that he would like to turn over the job of ARRL Frequency Coordinator (SE Alaska) to someone else. Any interested Ham should contact Richard at 463-6816. The Club expressed it's appreciation of the work done by Richard in this important function.
N3WWE (Nick) asked if the Club had looked into putting Ham equipment into the new Police Station. Bob Dewey reported that he had contacted the Police Dept about 18 months ago with the station requirements. Greg Griffith and Nick will look into it further.
Gary Parker reported that he attended the recent Ham Fest in Anchorage.
The Northwest Region Director of ARRL expressed interest in attending a Club meeting in Juneau.
Program
Jerry Prindle (KL7HFI) provided an interesting program on the history and current opportunities in packet radio. Jerry maintains a full-featured node switch and bulletin board service. Members interested in using this service or desiring additional information should contact Jerry at 789-7291.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM.
Submitted by: KL0KZ (Sam)
JUNEAU AMATEUR RADIO CLUB MINUTES OF REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING
Meeting Place: Douglas Fire hall. Date and Time: September 1, 1999, 7:30PM.
Attendees: KL0MW(Greg), WL7ZN (Ron), KL0KZ (Sam), WL7CSM (Leimomi), WA6AXO (Frederick), KL7IG(Charlie), NL7XZ(Bob), WL7QC(Bob), KL0QZ(Glenn), NL7KL(Tad), KA5ERI(Don), WL7ZI(Peter), KF4UOJ(Ed), KL7ZJ(Judy), KB7UBH(Gary), KL0TK(John), KL7HFI(Jerry), WL7ADF(Tim), NL7UZ(Matt),
The meeting was called to order by the President, KL0MW(Greg) , AT 7:30 PM.Minutes for the June 2, 1999 meeting will be presented at the next meeting.Treasurers Report: WL7CSM(Leimomi), reported that the club has a current balance of $1706. It was agreed to reimburse Bob Simpson for out-of-pocket expenses of $45 related to the Club's non-profit application. It was agreed to reimburse Bob Dewey for expenses related to repairs to the Club's antenna, purchase of floppy discs and VHS tapes, and disposal of trash. It was agreed to reimburse Jerry Prindle for expenses related to operation of the packet radio bulletin board, which had been previously approved.
Membership Report
It was reported that Eric Harris is moving to Kansas which is a major loss to the Club. Eric has been a major contributor to the Club's repeater operation and he will be missed. The Club wishes him well. Gary Parker (KB7UBH) has agreed to assume Eric's duties, if he gets help from other club members. Bob Simpson agreed to take over the updating of auto patch numbers, etc.
New Licenses, Upgrades and Classes
Our present arrangement for VE exams with the Anchorage Radio Club has not been working very well lately as we haven't been able to get exam materials in a timely manner. Jerry Prindle has contacted W5YI concerning the providing of test materials. They will provide the tests for $3 each plus postage. It was agreed that the Club will pick up the cost as part of our promotion of amateur radio. At this time, Jerry can give the Tech and Tech Plus tests, but we will need to have our Extra Class members obtain the certification with W5YI to give the higher level license tests. Jerry Prindle is planning to give the Tech class again this fall beginning the first Saturday in October if at least six persons sign up. Classes will be held at the Mendenhall Fire Hall.
Old Business
The picnic scheduled for August 28th couldn't be held because of very bad weather. It was decided not to try to reschedule the picnic because of the season.
Bob Dewey advised the membership that the Club's website www.juneauarc.org is up and running. Be sure to click on the Newstrom web site as it provides some financial support. It was suggested that we put a copy of the Repeater Guide in a "members only" section of our web site. This will be pursued.
New Business
Bob Dewey told the membership that he will continue to prepare the Club newsletter when he is in town. Sam Smith volunteered to prepare the newsletter at other times.
The Boy Scout Jamboree will be held on October 16th at Skater's Cabin. JARC will install a station at the site again this year. Additional organization including a schedule will be put together at the October meeting.
A VHF committee meeting will be held when Howard Shephard is in town to discuss the future of the Mt Juneau repeater site. Jerry Prindle would like to upgrade his (Club supported) packet site with the addition of a Pentium computer. If anyone has one available, please let Jerry know.
The Club decided to discontinue meeting at the Downtown Fire Hall since we can no longer use the meeting room without paying a significant fee. Matt Musslewhite said that the Douglas Fire Hall can continue to be used for monthly meetings on Wednesdays without a fee. Don Jones KA5ERI of KTOO offered the use of their public meeting room as soon as construction is complete. He said that we could install a small station including an antenna. It was moved, seconded and passed that we continue to meet at the Douglas Fire Hall until the KTOO facility is available. There was consensus that the Club install coax in the KTOO building while it is under construction. It was moved, seconded and passed that Frederick head a committee to deal with issues related to the KTOO building. The committee also includes Gary Parker, Don Jones, Jerry Prindle, and the Club Officers.
Don Jones reported that a new power line is being installed to the Engineers Cutoff repeater site. NCAR is funding the new commercial power line. Don will hook up the power to the repeater as soon as it is in place.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM.
Submitted by: KL0KZ (Sam)
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Attendees: KL0MW(Greg), WL7ZN (Ron), KL0KZ (Sam), WL7CSM (Leimomi), WA6AXO (Frederick), KL7IG(Charlie), NL7XZ(Bob), AL7IQ(Robert), WL7QC(Bob), KL7AK(Richard), KL0QZ(Glenn), NL7JYS(Eric)
The meeting was called to order by the President, KL0MW(Greg) , AT 7:30 PM.Minutes were presented from the last meeting and accepted.
Treasurer’s Report
WL7CSM(Leimomi), reported that the club has a current balance of $2,242.90. The treasurer paid a $40 bill to reserve the shelter at Sandy Beach.Membership Report NL7XZ(Bob) reported that we now have 90 paid members of which 19 are family members. Twenty-nine of our members are also ARRL members.
New Licenses and Upgrades
Charles Schroth (WL7CSJ) received Extra Class and John Pollard received nocode Tech. Congratulations!!!
ARES Meeting
Larry(WL7IWC) ran an excellent ARES drill on Sat May 29th. There was a good turnout for the event.
Old Business
Field Day will be held the 4th weekend in June. The committee currently includes WL7CSM(Leimomi), KL7IG(Charlie), and WA6AS0(Frederick). Frederick reported that he had obtained the Zach Gordon Youth Center for the field day through Wendy Marriott. He and Charlie also planned antenna sites. Field Day set up will begin at 9 AM Saturday and will finish Sunday morning. The club authorized expenses of up to $250. Bob Dewey will download logging software which he'll provide.
KL7AK(Richard) reported on the planning for the 4th of July parade activities. Staging will be in the plywood palace parking lot. All volunteers should stop at the staging area for instruction as required and to pick up a red vest. Some additional volunteers are still needed.
The Club picnic will be held on Saturday, Aug 28th from 4 to 8 PM. Leimomi(WL7CSM) and Bob(NL7XZ) are coordinating. The Club will furnish hot dogs, hamburgers, buns and charcoal. Members should bring a side dish.
New Business
Bob Dewey brought to our attention all of the good information available on the ARRL web site. He also said that Jon Newstrom had offered to set up a JARC web site. Bob Dewey moved that we go ahead with the web site at a cost of $24 per month plus one time set up costs. The motion was seconded and approved. The domain name for the site is JuneauARC.org.
Eric requested that the club purchase a new pre-amp for the repeater at a cost of $80. Frederick moved that the Club authorize the expenditure of up to $250 for costs associated with the repeater, with approval of such expenditures required of the President and one other officer. The motion was seconded and approved.
Bob Simpson requested that the Club purchase a carton of 20 ARRL books
"Now You're Talking". The Club approved the purchase. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 PM.
Submitted by: KL0KZ (Sam)
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