Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
2004

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Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
December 2004

The meeting was opened by Pres. Bill W1KKF on December 9, 2004 at 7:15 PM.

 After a round of introductions, the 30 to 35 members and their guests enjoyed a culinary banquet put on by our own chefs Dave K1WJL, John K1VDF and their able staff. Arrays of fine desserts were provided by many of the attendees.

 Following the satisfying feast, the business meeting began. Bill recognized our guest: Betsey Doane K1EIC Connecticut Section Manager. Betsey thanked the membership for their invitation and recognized MARC for its contributions to Amateur Radio especially in providing the State Convention in conjunction with the Nutmeg Hamfest and the active role taken by many members. She conclude her remarks with a Happy Holiday wish for all and a hope that all can look forward to a good new year. A Certificate of Appreciation was presented to Betsey by MARC for her efforts as Section Manager and her long standing friendship with MARC.

The 2005 MARC officers were introduced:

Bill W1KKF

President

Joel N1JEO

Vice President

Dan W1DMM

Secretary

John N1GNV

Treasurer

Al N1API

Station Facility Manager

A round of applause was given to Dave K1WJL, John K1VDF, and their KP crew (Sorry I missed the names).

Awards recognize a variety of deeds of the past year. This year we were not without our share.

 Chris WA1VXH recognized those contributing to Public Service

·         Rich WA1TRY

·         Bob KB1CIW

·         Don KE1AY

·         Joel N1JEO

·         Haggie KB1HCC

·         John KB1IXB

·         Mike KB1FYG

 

 
Bob KB1CIW announced the successful completion of the WRA Repeater Scavenger Hunt. The hunt was to encourage friendliness and dialog on the repeater. There were about 18 participants chasing the 22 hunt items. Dan W1DMM was awarded a first place certificate.

John N1GNV took the floor and presented several awards

·         Frank W1FD

An original 1923 QSL from 6DD to 1FD

·         John K1VDF & Dave K1WJL

Excellent and Continuous Holiday Food Service

·         Ed WA1MVJ & Bob KB1FYL

Editing and Publishing of Key Klix

·         Al N1API, Rich WA1TRY & Chris WA1VXH

Maintenance and Upkeep of the Club Station

·         Jim N1ZN

A Tireless Volunteer in Club Activities

·         Bob WA1ZLF

Special MARC Membership Card - renewable

·         Dan WX1D & Anonymous

Scholarship Fund Significant Donors

Competition is usually intense for the renowned H.A. (horse’s derriere) Award. John entertained us with verbal thumbnails of the many candidates for the HA Award. Runners-up this year were

·         Steve KB1KEA was presented with the Bosox consolation award - next recipient is in 2090.

·         Dan W1DMM was recognized for not recognizing his Maritime abode of eight years.

·         Bob KB1CIW received a Special Technical Achievement Award - a defanged soldering iron.

·         FINALLY!! The coveted HA Award was presented to Bill W1KKF for going a whole year without a major foul-up.

 Bill W1KKF made the nights highlight awards to the Ham of the Year and Elmer of the Year. These awards are voted by the membership and represent the top praise to MARC members.

·        Elmer of the Year - Joel Curneal N1JEO

·        Ham of the Year - Chris SeivertWA1VXH

 Our Holiday Party was serenaded this year by our own world renowned group “Bob Cat and the Night Owl” (Bob KB1FYL & Todd K1TDO) with renditions from their CD album.

The evening closed with a 50/50 raffle and several door prizes donated by Bill KB1GZJ (case of wine) and Quick Silver Radio (head phones, soldering iron and noise suppresser).

 Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary

Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
November 2004

Meeting called to order 7:50 PM
Introductions: 25 Attendees
Announcements
Treasures Report:
Correspondence:
Scholarship:
Club Station
Club Nets:
Castle Craig
Membership
Nutmeg Hamfest
EMCOMM:
Old Business:
New Business:
                        President  Bill W1KKF
                        Vice Pres  Joel N1JEO
                        Treas. John N1GNV
                        Secretary Dan W1DMM
                        Station Act. Al N1API
 
50/50 Raffle: Dick N1XIU won the 50/50  Fred W1NHS won the 2 meter beam
                                                           
Meeting adjourned at 9:10 PM
Submitted John Blevins, K1VDF, Acting Secretary 
Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
October 2004

The business meeting was gaveled open at 1935 on October 14, 2004 with approximately 21 people in attendance. A quorum was present.

 General -

Secretary's Report -

Treasurer's Report -

Contributions - none

Correspondence –

Club Station & Facilities - (N1API)

Club/Contesting Activities – (KB1CIW)

Nets -

Castle Craig - (N1API)

Membership - (N1GNV) 

Interference and Technical - (W1FD)

Instruction - (N1JEO)

Nutmeg Hamfest - (W1KKF) October 10, 2004

Candy Store - (K1VDF)

Key Klix - (WA1MVJ & KB1FYL)

EmComm - (WA1VXH)

Miscellaneous

50/50 – N1LGI. Wine bottle - N1HCA (donated by Bill KB1GZJ)

Meeting Adjourned about 20:25

Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary

Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
September 2004
The business meeting was gaveled open at 1943 on September 9, 2004 with approximately 22 people in attendance. A quorum was present.

General -

Secretary's Report - 
Treasurer's Report -
Contributions - none
Correspondence –
Club Station & Facilities - (N1API)
Club/Contesting Activities – (KB1CIW)
Nets -
Castle Craig - (N1API)
Membership - (N1GNV)
Interference and Technical - (W1FD)
Instruction - (N1JEO)
Nutmeg Hamfest - (W1KKF) October 10, 2004
Candy Store - (K1VDF)
Key Klix - (WA1MVJ & KB1FYL)
EmComm - (WA1VXH)
Miscellaneous
50/50 – ????
Meeting Adjourned about 20:25
Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary
Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
August 2004

The business meeting was gaveled open at 1940 on August 12, 2004 with approximately 24 people in attendance. A quorum was present. 
General - 

Secretary's Report -  Treasurer's Report -  Contributions -  to Club – Correspondence –  Club Station & Facilities - (N1API)  Club/Contesting Activities – (KB1CIW) Nets -  Castle Craig - (N1API)  Membership - (N1GNV) Interference and Technical - (W1FD)  Instruction - (N1JEO) Nutmeg Hamfest - (W1KKF) October 10, 2004 Candy Store - (K1VDF)  Key Klix - (WA1MVJ & KB1FYL)  EmComm - (WA1VXH) Miscellaneous 50/50 – N1ZN
Meeting Adjourned about 20:30
Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary

Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club

July 2004

The business meeting was gaveled open at 1940 on July 8, 2004 with approximately 23 people in attendance. A quorum was present. 
General - 
  • Introductions. 
  • Next meeting is on Thursday, July 22nd. at 7:30 PM - an activity meeting will be a demo of Computer Controlled Radio.
  • NE Director has invited of each club to a meeting at Boxburo – No takers
Secretary's Report - Minutes for June 2004 accepted as presented and published. (Correct: Expert Extra manual)
Treasurer's Report -Accepted as presented.
Contributions -
  • Club – Former member Bob Munson N1LGE donated a 2 meter beam to a Tech club member. Jamie KB1IZM accepted.
Correspondence –None
Club Station & Facilities - (N1API) 
  • AL sent reflector E-Mail discussing most of the activity
  • MFJ Analyzer is at MFJ for repair.
  • Old call book CDs and maps avail to members
Club/Contesting Activities -
  • No report – see Field Day
Nets - 
  • SSB 28.375 Tuesdays at 8:00 PM, averaging about 14 +/- check-ins.
  • VHF 147.36R Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, averaging about 6+/- check-ins. 
  • CW 28.275 Mondays at 8 PM, averaging about 2-4 check-ins. 
Castle Craig - (N1API) 
  • Some increase in 10 meter activity
  • Next on-air is summer QSO SSB party first weekend in August (Aug 7th & 8th)
Membership - (N1GNV)
  • 82 members (80 paid 2004, 2 life) more or less.
Interference and Technical - (W1FD) 
  • No new reports
Instruction - (N1JEO)
  • June VE session yielded one upgrade to General
  • Next VE at Nutfest
  • Next license class will start after the October Hamfest.
Nutmeg Hamfest - (W1KKF) October 10, 2004
  • Next meetings on July 26th and Aug 9th.
Candy Store - (K1VDF) 
  • Store is open. Cups and patches are available. Jackets are available for individual ordering. We are out of hats – if you want one contact John and a new list and supply is being obtained.
Key Klix - (WA1MVJ & KB1FYL) 
  • July issue excellent spread with color layout.
  • Ed was very surprised at the cost for a color spread. Motion by KE1AY Second by N1YGL to repay Ed $238 for costs. Passed
  • Discussion on “normal” copying costs should be in $30 range. For special issues, pre- approval should be obtained. There were some offers for volunteer copy service for these specials
Field Day – June 25-27th
  • All agreed that it was an excellent Field Day and site
  • Bob W1HUG will assist Bill W1KKF on putting a Thank You Letter etc together
  • NB: Policing area is important. SMOKERS AND OTHER LITTERBUGS – PICK UP YOUR BUTTS AND OTHER DISCARDS!!!
  • Would like to see an increase in CW operators in the future. CW provides the greater multipliers. With a year of practice you to can join the elite in the CW tent.
  • The box score as of 7/11: (Preliminary info was available at the meeting, but was updated post meeting)   
 


QSO Counts
2004
2003
QSO Counts
2004
2003
80 Meters – CW
133
98
80 Meters – SSB
151
37
40 Meters - CW
295
338
40 Meters – SSB
121
86
20 Meters – CW
522
245
20 Meters – SSB
26
25
15 Meters - CW
22
9
15 Meters – SSB
129
3
10 Meters – CW
0
0
10 Meters – SSB
0
0
Total CW
972
682
Total HF SSB
427
151
Satellite - CW
0
0
GOTA Station – all bands
97
58
6 Meters – VHF
69
27
Total All SSB
613
238.
2 Meters - VHF
20
2
Total All QSOs
1585
920.



Bonus Points
1150
1310



Total Points Claimed
6264
4514
  • More detail, photos and story may be found on the club web page
EmComm - (WA1VXH)
  • August 7th. Wallingford Road Race Volunteer communicators needed 8AM – Noon (splits available) See Chris WA1VXH
50/50 – W1KKF
Meeting Adjourned about 20:37
Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary


Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
June 2004
The business meeting was gaveled open at 1938 on June 10, 2004 with approximately 28 people in attendance. A quorum was present. 
General - 
  • Introductions.
  • Next meeting is on Thursday, June 24th. at 7:30 PM - an activity meeting will be Field Day preparations.
Secretary's Report - 
  • Minutes for May 2004 accepted as presented and published. 
Treasurer's Report - 
  • Accepted as presented.
Contributions - 
  • Scholarship – Dan WX1D added $100.00 to the 2004 Scholarship award.
  • Scholarship – SBC/SNET quarterly donation of $36.99 from the Community Connections Program
Correspondence – 
  • SBC/SNET letter and check
  • Request to participate in “Celebrate Wallingford” event in October..
Club Station & Facilities - (N1API) 
  • Club amplifier modified for easier hook-up with SO-259 plug.
  • MFJ Antenna Analyzer will run about $50-$70 to repair. Motion by KE1AY second by several to increase authorization up to $100.00 (May 2004 motion authorized up to $50.00).
Club/Contesting Activities -
  • May activity nigh featured field trip to Bethany Observatory lead by Bob to view and listen to Jupiter and any other emanations out there. Bob took us through the facility and showed his home brew 21 MHz Yagi to listen to the planets. We were also invited to sit in on the public session describing the night time sparklers of our universe.
Nets - 
  • SSB 28.375 Tuesdays at 8:00 PM, averaging about 12 +/- check-ins.
  • VHF 147.36R Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, averaging about 6+/- check-ins. 
  • CW 28.275 Mondays at 8 PM, averaging about 2-4 check-ins. 
Castle Craig - (N1API) 
  • Band and chapter activity very quite.
  • Next on-air is summer QSO SSB party first weekend in August (Aug 7th & 8th)
Membership - (N1GNV)
  • Motion by N1GNV second by many to accept John Hart KB1EEN of Wallingford. Passed
  • 82 members (80 paid 2004, 2 life) more or less.
Interference and Technical - (W1FD) 
  • No new reports
Instruction - (N1JEO)
  • Next VE Tuesday June 22nd at 7:00 PM
  • Next license class will start after the October Hamfest.
Nutmeg Hamfest - (W1KKF) October 10, 2004
  • Featured speaker is Dave Sumner K1ZZ of the ARRL.
  • Also on the dais will be NASA Ambassadors Andy Poniros and Dave Johnson on Engineering Problems and Solutions of Space Flight (including communications)
Candy Store - (K1VDF) 
  • Store is open. Cups and patches are available. Jackets are available for individual ordering. We are out of hats – if you want one contact John and a new list and supply is being obtained.
Key Klix - (WA1MVJ & KB1FYL) 
  • Getting very professional. Keep the articles and pics coming..
Field Day – June 25-27th
  • New site is Ashler Village off Cheshire Rd (includes sanitation facilities and covered pavilion).
  • So far Field Day honchos are: HF-CW Bill W1KKF, HF-SSB Bob KB1CIW, VHF Dan W1DMM, GOTA Steve KB1KEA, Satellite Haggy KB1HCC, Food Service? John N1GNV Susan N1HCA & Fred KB1JDL, ARRL Message Chuck N1KGY & Joel N1JEO, Public handouts and visitor/operator sign in log Bob KB1FYL., Press notification Bob WA1ZLF
  • Set up and take down help is always needed 
  • Rich WA1TRY distributed copies of FD logging program for testing. Operational demos will be given at June activity meeting
EmComm - (WA1VXH)
  • Major SET training exercise took place in the Hartford County area on Saturday May 15th.
  • New FAX machine is being installed in the shack area
50/50 – KB1IZM & Expert manual (donated by K1EPX) KB1EEN
Meeting Adjourned about 20:40
Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary
Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
May 2004
The business meeting was trampled open at 1940 on May 13, 2004 with approximately 23 people in attendance. A quorum was present. 

General - 

  • Introductions. 
  • Next meeting is on Thursday, May 27th. at 7:30 PM - an activity meeting will be a field trip to Bethany Observatory.
  • Frank W1FD and Bob WA1ZLF will take over as the MARC publicity honcho’s. Steve WV2LKM has run into personnel scheduling conflicts.
Secretary's Report - Minutes for April 2004 accepted as presented and published. 
Treasurer's Report - Accepted as presented.
Contributions - None
Correspondence –
  • Scholarship applications.
  • QSLs from NEQP
Club Station & Facilities - (N1API) 
  • Working on Club/Town equipment inventory. To be entered into database. PLEASE CHECK YOUR SHACKS for any borrowed equipment.
  • All borrowed equipment MUST be signed out with Al N1API (or designee).
  • Al will be purging inventory of old/unused/outdated equipment. Club members will have first bidding option, then to be offered at the Nutfest in October.
  • MFJ Antenna Analyzer seems to have a switch problem. Motion KB1FYL second by many to authorize N1API to contact MFJ about repair. If under $50, do it. Passed 
  • Motion by N1KGY second by N1API to purchase a 1000 foot coil of ‘parachute’ cord at $70.00 for field day and other outside activities Passed.
  • Chuck N1KGY is collecting orders for additional coils for member use. He needs an even increment of 1000 feet.
Club/Contesting Activities -
  • Bob KB1FYL will lead a field trip to Bethany Observatory to view and listen to Jupiter and any other emanations out there. We will be using Bob’s home brew 21 MHz Yagi to listen in. Bob believes a public open house is scheduled for the same night that will allow the use of the Observatories scopes.
  • The trip will leave the shack at 7:30 PM sharp.
  • April activity night featured Dan NY1F on NTS formatting and operation.
Nets - 
  • SSB 28.375 Tuesdays at 8:00 PM, averaging about 10-12 +/- check-ins.
  • VHF 147.36R Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, averaging about 9+/- check-ins. 
  • CW 28.275 Mondays at 8 PM, averaging about 2-4 check-ins. 
Castle Craig - (N1API) 
  • Very quite, so has activity.
  • Next on-air is summer QSO SSB party first weekend in August (Aug 7th & 8th)
Membership - (N1GNV)
  • 81 members (79 paid 2004, 2 life) more or less.
Interference and Technical - (W1FD) 
  • Previously 80 meter interference is being chased by the Cable TV company. Hopes for a speedy correction.
Instruction - (N1JEO)
  • Next VE Tuesday June 22nd at 7:00 PM
  • Next license class will start after the October Hamfest.
Nutmeg Hamfest - (W1KKF) October 10, 2004
Candy Store - (K1VDF) 
  • Store is open. Cups and patches are available. Jackets are available for individual ordering. We are out of hats – if you want one contact John and a new list and supply is being obtained.
Key Klix - (WA1MVJ & KB1FYL) 
  • Getting very professional. Keep the articles and pics coming..
Field Day – June 25-27th
  • New site is Ashler Village off Cheshire Rd (includes sanitation facilities and covered pavilion).
  • So far Field Day honchos are: HF-CW Bill W1KKF, HF-SSB Bob KB1CIW, VHF Dan W1DMM, Food Service? John N1GNV & Susan N1HCA, ARRL Message-Out Chuck N1KGY, Public handouts and visitor/operator sign in log Bob KB1FYL.
  • Need Field Day honcho for: Satellite, Public Relations, GOTA station, ARRL Message-In, others.
  • Set up and take down help is always needed So far we have N1YGL, KB1FYL, WA1VXH, N1GNV
EmComm - (WA1VXH)
  • Major SET training exercise is planned in the Hartford County area on Saturday May 15th. FEMA monitored with all FD, PD, EMT, Red Cross teams involved.
50/50 – N1LEZ
Meeting Adjourned about 20:45
Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary
Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
April 2004
The business meeting was trampled open at 1940 on April 8, 2004 with approximately 23 people in attendance. A quorum was present. 

General - 

  • Introductions. 
  • Next meeting is on Thursday, April 22nd. at 7:30 PM - an activity meeting on NTS message handling
  • NEQP is coming up on May 1 & 2
  • Larry N1HEJ is running the Big E booth and looking for volunteers for half day stints.
  • Bob KE1AU is our official WAS and VUCC awards manager/checker for the ARRL. There have been some rule changes. Check with Bob for details.
  • Scholarship application forms have been distributed to area high schools. The expected award this year will be $200
Secretary's Report - Minutes for March 2004 accepted as presented and published. (March correction: Library display on Radio not Radio Astronomy)
Treasurer's Report - Accepted as presented.
Contributions - 
  • Scholarship – Bill KB1GZJ 50/50 rake in.
Correspondence – 
  • Sympathy card to family of Jim Case N1XCE a long time MARC member.
Club Station & Facilities - (N1API) 
  • Clock with WWV access is in and working.
  • Still investigating SWR problems with beam. Possible problems are cable feed and building metal.
Club/Contesting Activities -
  • Bob KB1CIW has a tentative Activity meeting schedule: April – NTS traffic handling, May – Bob KB1FYL on Radio Astronomy with possible field trip to Bethany Observatory, June - Field Day preparation, July- Fox Hunt (maybe). Aug – TBD, Sept – APRS /packet, Oct – Chuck’s N1KGY scheduled February presentation will be rescheduled.
  • Bob KB1CIW wishes input for activity nights.
Nets - 
  • SSB 28.375 Tuesdays at 8:00 PM, averaging about 10-12 +/- check-ins.
  • VHF 147.36R Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, averaging about 9+/- check-ins. 
  • CW 28.275 Mondays at 8 PM, averaging about 2-4 check-ins. 
Castle Craig - (N1API) 
  • Band has been quite, so has activity.
  • Next on-air is summer QSO SSB party first weekend in August
Membership - (N1GNV)
  • Motion by N1GNV second by N1KGY to accept member Dick Hook N1XIU, Wallingford, Charlie Dudac KB1LAF of Plantsville, and Susan South N1HCA of Meriden. Passed
  • 66 members (64 paid 2004, 2 life) more or less.
Interference and Technical - (W1FD) - No report
Instruction - (N1JEO) - No report
Nutmeg Hamfest - (W1KKF) October 10, 2004
  • New web URL www.NUTMEGHAMFEST.com
Candy Store - (K1VDF) 
  • Store is open. Cups and patches are available. Jackets are available for individual ordering. We are out of hats – if you want one contact John and a new list and supply will be obtained.
Key Klix - (WA1MVJ & KB1FYL) 
  • Still learning. April issue had more inputs than room. Trying to keep pages and cost at a reasonable level.
Field Day – June 25-27th
  • Checking out alternative sites. Mr. Godek may not have his site mowed in time. Bill KB1GZJ has lead on good potential site off Cheshire Rd (includes sanitation facilities and covered pavilion).
  • So far Field Day honchos are: HF-CW Bill W1KKF, HF-SSB Chuck N1KGY, VHF Dan W1DMM, Food Service? John N1GNV & Susan N1HCA, ARRL Message-Out Chuck N1KGY
  • Need Field Day honcho for: Satellite, Public Relations, possible alternate HF-SSB, GOTA station, ARRL Message-In, others.
  • Set up and take down help is always needed So far we have N1YGL, KB1FYL, WA1VXH, N1GNV
EmComm - (WA1VXH)
  • Amer. Red Cross now endorses dual membership with ARES.
  • Setting up packet site on donated PC by N1KGY still in progress
50/50 – KB1GZJ
Meeting Adjourned about 20:45
Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary
Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
March 2004

The business meeting was gaveled open at 1942 on March 11, 2004 with approximately 31 people in attendance. A quorum was present. 

General - 

  • Introductions. 
  • A display on “Radio Astronomy” at the Wallingford Library for the month of March. Setting up a fine display was Bob KB1FYL, Joe KB1GWP, Jim N1ZN, and Bob KB1CIW.
  • Next meeting is on Thursday, March 25th. at 7:30 PM - an activity meeting. The activity is TBD
  • Michael KB1JEY ha taken new job in Penn Moving family in progres. We wish him well and hope to log him on-the-air.
  • Scholarship application forms will be distributed to area high schools. The are also available on the MARC web page.
Secretary's Report - Minutes for February 2004 accepted as presented and published.
Treasurer's Report - Accepted as presented.
Contributions - 
  • Scholarship - $35. 43 from SNET
  • Club Shack - KB1GZJ Clock for Shack
Correspondence – 
  • Sympathy cards to Joyce N1RMA and family of Randy WA1OMZ. Letter of thanks from AMSAT on $50 donation. Letter and contribution check from SNET.
Station Activities & Facilities - (N1API) 
  • DX cluster has been giving Al a major headache. Up and down. Now up. Seems some INI or DAAT files grew very large and must be rebuilt. Members may notice they have to sign on again the next time they connect.
  • Motion by K1VDF second by N1KGY to purchase shaack clock with WWV update capability not to exceed $35. Discussion followed. Bil KB1GZJ donated his clock. Motion withdrawn 
  • Motion by N1API second by ??? to spend up to $150 on station external communications speaker for shack. Motion defeated.
Nets - 
  • SSB 28.375 Tuesdays at 8:00 PM, averaging about 10-12 +/- check-ins.
  • VHF 147.36R Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, averaging about 9+/- check-ins. 
  • CW 28.275 Mondays at 8 PM, averaging about 2-4 check-ins. 
Castle Craig - (N1API) 
  • 25 - 40 worked recent special certificate event.
  • Next on-air is summer QSO SSB party first weekend in August
Membership - (N1GNV)
  • Motion by N1GNV second by N1API to accept member Ron (Bix) Doolittle K1EPX of Beacon Falls. Passed
  • 63 members (61 paid 2004, 2 life) more or less.
Interference and Technical - (W1FD) 
  • Luke KA1SE reported loud (S-7 to S-9) interference on 3922 +/- kHz in the area of Industrial Rd. Members are asked to assist in pin pointing he source.
Instruction - (N1JEO)
  • Upgrade review classes possibly in Spring. Check with Joel N1JEO.
  • Next VE on Mar 16th.
Nutmeg Hamfest - (W1KKF) October 10, 2004
  • End of fiscal year for Alliance in February. Joel N1JEO as Treasurer of the Nutmeg Hamfest Alliance presented MARC with a $700 distribution check resulting from the 2003 Hamfest. 
  • Bill W1KKF, Joel N1JEO, and John N1GNV have been designated as directors to the Nutmeg Alliance from MARC. 
Candy Store - (K1VDF) 
  • Store is open. Cups, hats and patches are available. Jackets are available for individual ordering.
Key Klix - (WA1MVJ & KB1FYL) 
  • Kudos on March edition 
  • Ed is working on member- station photos. Prefer digital photos
Club/Contesting Activities
  • Discussion about alternate Field Day sites. Will continue after discussion with Mr Godek. 
  • Bob KB1CIW has th tentative Activity meeting schedule: March - TBD, April - Art K1WMQ ARES and related area, May - TBD, June - Field Day preparation, July- Fox Hunt (maybe). Chuck N1KGY scheduled February presentation will be rescheduled.
  • Bob KB1CIW wishes input for activity nights.
EmComm - (WA1VXH)
  • ARES packet information coming
  • Setting up packet site on donated PC by N1KGY in progress
50/50 – ???? 
Meeting Adjourned about 20:45
Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary
Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
February 2004
The business meeting was gaveled open at 1943 on February 12, 2004 with approximately 26 people in attendance. A quorum was present. 
General - 
Secretary's Report - 
Treasurer's Report - 
Contributions - 
Correspondence – 
Station Activities & Facilities - (N1API) 
Nets - 
Castle Craig - (N1API) 
Membership - (N1GNV)
Interference and Technical - (W1FD) 
Instruction - (N1JEO)
Nutmeg Hamfest - (W1KKF) October 10, 2004
Candy Store - (K1VDF) 
Key Klix - (WA1MVJ & KB1FYL) 
Club/Contesting Activities
EmComm - (WA1VXH)
50/50 – KB1CIW
Meeting Adjourned about 20:38
Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary
Minutes of Meriden Amateur Radio Club
January 2004

The business meeting was gaveled open at 1940 on January 8, 2004 with approximately 27 people in attendance. A quorum was present. 

General - 

Secretary's Report - 
Treasurer's Report - 
Contributions -
Correspondence – 
Station Activities & Facilities - (N1API) 
Nets - 
Castle Craig - (N1API) 
Membership - (N1GNV)
Interference and Technical - (W1FD) 
Instruction - (N1JEO)
Nutmeg Hamfest - (W1KKF) October 10, 2004
Candy Store - (K1VDF) 
Key Klix - (WA1MVJ & KB1FYL) 
Club/Contesting Activities
EmComm - (WA1VXH)
50/50 – N1GNV
Meeting Adjourned about 20:50
Submitted Dan Murphy, W1DMM, Secretary