January 2011 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 19:03 local time on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

Board Members present were Don N8QX, Mike W8VPC, Dave K8WPE, and Dave N8CN. Several club members were also present.

1. Dues are coming in slowly. Ward will send out notices with the Swap flyers.

2. The club trailer cannot be sent to recycling without stripping out the wood, insulation, etc. We will have a work bee at Dave Hanchett's Saturday January 14th, 2012.

3. Club breakfast will be at the Hard Luck on 1/7/2012.

4. Discuss proceeds from the Club Repeater table. Decided to keep the proceeds with CARC this year as we will be needing a lot of dollars to upgrade the 86 and 442.5 repeaters.

5. Discuss swap plans. We will have a new crew in charge of the food this year.

6. Discuss the UTR contest.

7. Elections this month. Slate is now filled.

8. Discussed program for January.

9. Representative from county CERT team is requesting TBAREG be a sponsor for them. Referred to TBAREG.

Moved to adjourn by Ward N8WK, second by Dave N8CN. All in favor.

Meeting adjourned at 19:52 local time.

December 2011 Board Meeting

Meeting call to order at 19:09 local time on Tuesday, December 6th, 2011.

Board Members present were Don N8QX, Mike W8VPC, Chuck W8SGR, Dave K8WPE, Dave N8CN, K8RUS and Hope AA8SN. Three club members were also in attendance.

1. Representatives of the Salvation Army came to the Board members and said the Bell Ringing effort netted $227.86 and expressed their appreciation.

2. Disposal of the old club trailer was discussed. Since no offers were received, scrapping the trailer was discussed. K8RUS moved that we take the trailer to the scrap yard and the motion was seconded by W8SGR. All in favor and the motion passed.

3. Discussed the TBAREG simplex study.

4. Discussed the state of the club repeaters.

 Motion to adjourn by Dave N8CN at 1941. Second by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

November 2011 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 19:05 local time on Tuesday, November 1.

Board Members present were Don N8QX, Mike W8VPC, Chuck W8SGR, Ward N8WK, Dave K8WPE and Dave N8CN. Three club members also present.

1. New Flat Bed trailer is purchased. The old club trailer is still available.

2. Discuss Swap plans. Dave will get out publicity.

3. Discuss Christmas party.

4. Ward has secured the Governmental Bldg for next year.

5. November program is set.

6. Discuss Tuesday projects nights: projects suggested include step attenuators, roll-up 2 meter antenna, NVIS antenna and 2 meter arrow antennas.

7. Discussed possible club contest.

8. Discussed long range repeater plans: antennas are aging, repeater controller is 25-30 year old technology and repeater itself is aging. Hard line on tower is a mix of sizes and ancient. New system will likely be in the 5-6 K range.

Motion to adjourn at 20:14 by Ward N8WK. Second by Chuck W8SGR. 

October 2011 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 19:08 local time on Tuesday, October 4.

Board Members present were Don N8QX, Mike W8VPC, Hope AA8SN, Dave N8CN, Chuck W8SGR, Russ K8RUS, Ward N8WK and Dave K8WPE. Several club members were also present.

1. Discussed upcoming programs: October--finish the SWR DVD. November--Red Cross Director with presentation on Amateur Radio participation in disaster relief. December is Christmas Party.

2. Financial report from N8WK. We have money.

3. Discussion of repeaters. The only club owned repeaters are the 146.860 and 442.500 repeaters. All of the other area repeaters are privately owned. Any repeater complaints on these other repeaters should be addressed to their owners and not CARC.

4. A motion to purchase a flat bed trailer to store and haul tower, antennas, etc for Field Day and other exercises was made by Chuck W8SGR and seconded by Dave K8WPE. The purchase price would be up to $750.00 for the trailer and $75.00 for the license. All in favor. Motion passed.

5. Discussed reviving the CARC Club contest in some fashion. Discussion to continue at General Meeting and next Board Meeting.

6. Discussed upcoming projects for Tuesday Project nights. Likely projects include DF antennas, step attenuators for DF, J-poles and wire-type roll up J-poles for emergency use.

Motion to adjourn at 20:06 by Ward N8WK. Seconded by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.  

September 2011 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 19:10 local time on Tuesday, August 2nd.

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Ann KA6AYJ, Dave K8WPE, Chuck W8SGR, Dave N8CN and Russ K8RUS. Several club members were also present.

1. Discussed Fox Hunt. Hope AA8SN and Phil are the foxes.

2. Discussed need to replace a repeater trustee. W8SGR will take care of this item.

3. Discuss need to move the club trailer. Dave N8CN moved to sell trailer. Russ K8RUS seconded. All in favor.

4. Discuss training sessions for ARES/RACES: will start in September on Tuesday project nights.

5. Discuss web site changes.

Motion to adjourn at 19:42 by Chuck W8SGR. Second by Ann KA6AYJ. All in favor. 

July 2011 Board Meeting

June 2011 Board Meeting

May 2011 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1905 local time on May 3,2011.

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Hope AA8SN, Ward N8WK, Chuck W8SGR, Mike W8VPC, Russ K8RUS and Dave N8CN. Several club members were also present.

1). Treasurer N8WK reported all bills paid and balance remains healthy.

2). Discussed programs for upcoming meetings. May will be 1) Ernie will discuss hospital drill, 2) Harry will discuss the Diginet and 3) Dave and Joe will try and bring some videos from Dayton.

3) Ernie K8RCT discussed the April 30th exercise and an update of the May 18th exercise. Ernie detailed Board on extensive brake work that was performed on the Barge. Cast rotors needed replacing along with pads and other parts. Expense totaled 800.00 and change so we will be passing the hat.

4) Hope reports the VE Session has been moved to May 14th at 1 pm at the Salvation Army so as not to conflict with Cadillac Swap.

Ward moved and Chuck seconded move to adjourn. All in favor. Meeting adjourned at 19:50.

April 2011 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1906 local time on April 5, 2011.

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Hope AA8SN, Ward N8WK, Chuck W8SGR, Mike W8VPC, Dave K8WPE and Dave N8CN. Several additional club members were also present.

1). Treasurer N8WK reported all bills paid and balance remains healthy. See financial statement.

2). Dave N8CN brought in new club laptop. Basic configuration is Intel i3 CPU, 4 gig ram, 320 gigHD and Windows Home Premium.

3) Discussed Club radios. Will need to purchase additional HF rig soon.

4) April meeting is Chris KD8MKX: Packet for Dummies

5) Discussed Field Planning

6) Next Saturday Breakfast--May 7th at Hardwood Cafe

March 2011 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1905 local time on March 1, 2011.

Board Member present: Don N8QX, Hope AA8SN, Ward N8WK, Chuck W8SGR, Russ K8RUS, Mike W8VPC, Dave K8WPE and Dave N8CN. General Club members: Joe W8TVT, Harry KB8RIV, Chris KD8MKX and Dave KJ4KJF.

1. Ward N8WK reported club finances sound and swap very successful. Club table produced nice donation to TBARG.

2. Chuck reported the new 440 repeater is on the air at 100 watts. Ouput had dropped to around 12 watts with old repeater.

3. Joe W8TVT discussed swap success.

4. Discussed sale of broken Kenwood radio.

5. March Program: AA8SN volunteered to present her plans for Michigan QSO Party. The QSO Party runs from noon to midnight on 04/16/2011.

6. Ward moved, seconded by Chuck that club once again provide a placque for the Michigan QSO party. Cost is $65.00.

7. Dave N8CN presented topics for Ernie K8RCT. Participation at Cherry Festival Bike Race: CARC should be able to staff the event. Spud guns: Chris will meet with Ernie and develop plans for project night. Storage insurance for Barge is only #15.00/month.

Motion to adjourn by Ward N8WK at 1959. Second by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

February 2011 Board Meeting

Meeting call to order at 1913 local time on February 1, 2011.

Board members present: Don N8QX, Hope AA8SN, Ward N8WK, Joe W8TVT, Chuck W8SGR, Russ K8RUS and Mike W8VPC. Others in attendance included K8RCT, KD8MTT, W8BNL, W8QPO and KB8RIV.

1. Ward N8WK reported that club finances are good but did not have actual figures with him.

2. Joe W8TVT reported 21 table reservations for the Swap. There was a scheduling problem with IC school and we cannot get into the gym until 9:00 pm on Friday evening. Apparently IC switched over to a new program and they had no record of us using the gym at all!. Thanks to Joe for checking ahead!

3. Hope AA8SN reported that she has the VE's lined up for testing and K8RUS will make up some flyers highlighting the CARC and also TBAREG and ARES/RACES.

4. K8RCT reported the Barge will be on the premises and available to tour.

5. TBAREG: Ernie K8RCT reported Dan Scott has forwarded a list of members qualifying for RACES cards to the county HR office. Members can stop in and get cards re-issued on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 until noon. Operators are still needed for the upcoming White Pine Stampede on February 5th.

6. Hope AA8SN reports we are out of the International Lighthouse QSL cards. Board voted unanimously to spend up to $150.00 to purchase new cards.

7. Harry KB8RIV reported that the Salvation Army has installed a lock hasp on the project room door. When we put a combination lock on the door we must give the combination to Mary in the office. Harry also reported a number of CERT teams have formed in the area and that this might be a great way for club members to help out and recruit some new hams.

8. Discussed the February General Meeting. Russ K8RUS will present a demonstration of Programmable Micro Controllers and K8RCT will do a demonstration on radio cloning and programming.

Meeting adjourned at 20:07 local time.

January 2011 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1910 local time on January 4, 2011.

Board Membeers present Don N8QX, Dave N8CN, Chuck W8SGR, Hope AA8SN, Gloria N8KXJ, Dave K8WPE and several general club members.

1. Discussed purchase of laptop computer for club station and club event use. Moved by Gloria N8KXJ and seconded by Dave K8WPE that club spend up to $499.00 for a laptop computer. Motion passed. Dave N8CN will look for appropriate computer.

2. Discussed donating the proceeds of the CARC club table at the Swap to TBAREG. All in favor.

3. Pete discussed the state of the club's 440 and 2 meter repeaters: 442.500 and 146.860. The 86 machine is over 25 yrs old and should be replaced ASAP. At the same time we should replace the feedline and the antennas. Ernie K8RCT will see if TBAREG can obtain the appropriate equipment through grant monies. Estimated cost to be in excess of $5000.00 The machine will then be maintained and administerd as a joint TBAREG/CARC project.

The 440 repeater is also having some issues and Pete is recommending the club purchase a commercial, continuous duty 100 W repeater from Chuck W8SGR. Motion to purchase repeatef from Chuck for 499.00 by Dave N8CN and seconded by Hope AA8SN. Motion carried.

4. Elections to be held at January meeting. Need to fill the position of Recording Secretary as Gloria is planning to step down this year. There may also be an opening for a Director.

5. Discuss January program.

6. Discussed Swap. Will be testing at 10:00 am. Gerri N8RST will supervise the kitchen crew. The TBAREG emergency van will be present and members will handle the Talk-in.

Motion to adjourn by Chuck W8SGR at 2013, seconded by Dave N8CN. All in favor.

December 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1907 local time on December 7th, 2010

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Dave N8CN, Mike W8VPC, Chuck W8SGR, Ward N8WK and several club members.

1. Treasurers report by Ward N8WK. Club finances are sound.

2. Ward N8WK moved and second by Chuck W8SGR to donate $300.00 to Salvation Army. All in favor and motion carried.

3. Discussed vendor solicitation for February Swap.

4. Discussed need for January program.

5. Discussed new computers for shack. Dave N8CN will investigate.

6. Discussed equipment purchases including new trailer.

Motion to adjourn by Ward N8WK, second by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

November 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1909 local time on November 2, 2010.

Board Members present: Mike W8PVC, Don N8QX, Dave K8WPE, Chuck W8SGR, Gloria N8KXJ, Dave N8CN and several club members.

1. Discuss autopatch. Very little use by members and current cost is 45.00/month. Motion by Dave K8WPE to cancel autopatch. Second by Dave N8CN. All in favor.

2. Discuss the November meeting. K8RCT will have some Emergency Communications information.

3. Discuss some on-going interference on the 86 machine.

4. Christmas Party: Dave N8CN will take reservations and money. Chuck will find out cost for this year.

5. Discuss MESH Net. Kudos to Ann KA6AYJ, she is doing a great job and Board is grateful for her participation.

6. Ernie gave report on Cub Scout project will put in Cherry Juice.

7. Ernie reports that TBAREG need some AA battery cases for their HT's as the rechargeables run down when not in use and having the ability to use alkaline batteries is vital. Dave N8CN moved and Chuck W8SGR seconded that club spend up to $150.00 to purchase battery cases for all the TBAREG HT's. All in favor.

8. Dues notices need to go out soon. Dave will add to Cherry Juice. No longer need autopatch fee but will suggest donations to both Repeater and TBAREG. TBAREG is a 501-C and all donations are tax deductible.

9. Authorize up to $150.00 for HF wire antenna, Anderson Power Pole connectors and crimper. Motion by Chuck W8SGR and second by Dave K8WPE. All in favor.

10. Motion to spend up to $300.00 for insurance for "The Barge" by Dave K8WPE, second by Gloria N8KXJ.

Motion to adjourn by Gloria N8KXJ. Second by Chuck W8SGR.

Meeting adjourned at 2016 local time.

October 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1916 local time on October 5, 2010.

Board Members present: Mike W8PVC, Don N8QX, Dave N8CN, Dave K8WPE, Chuck W8SGR,Gloria N8KXJ and several club members.

1. Christmas party will be at the Elks Club on Tuesday 12/14 Chuck W8SGR announced.

2. October program is Ed Elkin on County Hunting-Mobile style.

3. Discuss November program.

4. Ernie K8RCT discussed SET program. Went well and he will write article for Cherry Juice.

5. Discuss options for new club trailer.

6. Swap date is Saturday Feb 12th. Dave will start publicity plans and register Swap with ARRL.

7. Discuss elections in January. We may need some voluteers to fill Board positions.

Motion to adjourn by Dave N8CN. Second by Dave K8WPE . All in favor.

Meeting Adjourned at 1959 local time.

September 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1911 local time on September 7, 2010.

Board Members present: Mike W8PVC, Don N8QX, Dave N8CN, Dave K8WPE, Chuck W8SGR and several club members.

1. The 10 meter beam at the club station has been repaired.

2. Jim Weaver will provide the September program.

3. Ed Elkins will do the October program.

4. TBARG discussion: SET on October 2nd from 8 am to around noon. Will be set-up at Munson and mobiles. Volunteers are needed. Contact: Ernie K8RCT.

5. Discussed purchase/donation of a new trailer. Current trailer has seen better days and likely not worth repairing. Tabled for further discussion.

6. Christmas party. Chuck or Ward will make arrangements.

Meeting adjourned at 1956 local time.

August 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1907 local time on August 3, 2010.

Board Members present: Mike W8PVC, Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Ann KA6AYJ, Dave N8CN, Hope AA8SN, Dave K8WPE and Gloria N8KXJ.

1. Hope discussed planned test session for August 14th.

2. Treasurers report. To be posted on Web Site.

3. Discussed Fox Hunt for August 24th.

4. Discussed Light House SE station for 8/21. Meet at 10 am. Operate until around 3 pm. 20 and 40 meters with both SSB and CW.

5. Discussed "spud gun" project for antenna installation. Chris Parrish will help construct and even paint them. Estimated cost around 75.00.

6. Discussed deliberate interferenct on the 86 repeater during a public service net. A proposed letter was submitted and Ward N8WK proposed the letter be reviewed by club president. Seconded by Dave N8CN. All in favor. It is believed the interference was heard by an OO and the mater will be discussed with him.

7. Jim Weaver will be at the September meeting.

Meeting adjourned at 2000 local time.

July 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1910 local time on July 6, 2010.

Board Members present Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Dave N8CN, Hope AA8SN, and Dave K8WPE and members Joe W8TVT and Ernie K8RCT.

1. Treasurers Repot: club is sound but all expenses from Field Day have not yet been paid.

2. Next meetings: July is picnic, August is Fox Hunt and September will be Jim Weaver.

3. Discuss picnic.

4. Need to send Thank You letter to Kiessels.

5. General discussion regarding purchase of a second trailer and possibly some Buddi-poles or other easy-up antennas.

6. Ernie gave TBAREG report: Equipment installed at Munson, insurance is paid and the FEMA Grant has been approved.

7. Discuss future project night activities: July 20 will be trip to Farm.

8. Discuss activities at Scout Camp.

Meeting Adjourned at 20:30 local time.

June 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1907 local time on June 1, 2010.

Board Members present Don N8QX, Mike W8PVC, Ann KA6AYJ, Dave K8WPE and Dave N8CN. Several club members were also present.

1. Field Day: Field day planning was the only topic of the meeting.

2. June Club meeting: Board decided to devote club meeting to moving the necessary Field Day equipment from Don Parker's farm to the Field Day site. Will meet at the Farm at 6:30 pm and then go to Field Day site to unload. There will be no set-up of equipment until Friday before Field Day.

Moved by Dave N8CN and seconded by Ann KA6AYJ that meeting be adjourned at 2000 local time.

May 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don N8QX at 1902 local time on May 4, 2010.

Boardmembers present Mike W8PVC, Ward N8WK, Gloria N8KXJ, Hope AA8SN, Ann KA6AYJ, Dave K8WPE and Dave N8CN. Several club members were also present.

1. Discussed need for May program. Several possibilities discussed.

2. Ernie presented a report on TBARG participation at the Boy Scout 100th anniversary. The new Emergency Van was utilized and there were 2 operating VHF stations, 2 HF stations and 1 packet operation. K8RUS was the point man for the operation. About 1500 scouts and family attended.

3. Field Day plans were discussed. Seems to be a decrease in participation. Location, the amount of work involved and the aging of the club members were all possible factors. The board decided to continue the discussion at the General meeting.

4. Current antenna situation at the club station was discussed.

Moved by Ward and seconded by Ann to adjourn at 1937 local time. All in favor.

April 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don N8QX at 1907 local time on April 6, 2010.

Boardmembers present: Mike W8PVC, Gloria N8KXJ, Dave N8CN, Ward N8WK, Don N8QX, Dave K8WPE, Hope AA8SN, Ann KA6AYJ and several club members.

Business:

1. Need to replace the club's antenna analyzer. Ward moved to spend up to $500.00. Second by Ann. All in favor.

2. Discussed need to get HF antennas up at club station.

3. Discussed need to clean-up and sort out club equipment at Don Parkers farm.

4. Discuss MI QSO party.

5. Discuss April program. Jim Weaver will present.

6. Discuss May program. Still need program.

7. Cadillac swap is May 1st and May 8th is CARC VE Session

8. Discussed SET Drill on 4/10. Jim Palmer gave update.

9. Discussed 100th Anniversary of Boy Scouting. Program at fairgrounds. Russ Riker will head up.

Move to adjourn by Ward at 1954. Second by Ann. All in favor.

March 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don N8QX at 1903 local time on March 2, 2010.

Board Members present: Mike W8PVC, Gloria N8KXJ, Dave N8CN, Ward N8WK, Don N8QX, Dave K8WPE and several club members.

Business:

1. Treasurer's report from Ward. Club is sound with about 4700.00 in account.

2. Discuss starting time for swap. Club will consider polling vendors. Several requests for later start time.

3. Discuss increasing visibility of swap in the computer community and sending flyers to computer vendors.

4. Discussion of increasing control of sales prior to official opening.

5. Discussion of MI QSO party in April. Moved by Ward N8WK and seconded by Dave N8CN that club sponsor placque. All in favor. Club will once again sponsor a placque. Will try to increase member participation.

6.Discuss upcoming programs. Jeff Peters will do the March program and Jim Weaver our Great Lakes Director will attend the April meeting.

7.Discussion of Cherry Juice content.

Motion to adjourn by Ward N8WK at 1940. Seconded by Dave N8CN. All in favor.

February 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don N8QX at 1907 local time on February 2, 2010.

Board members present: Don N8QX, Dave N8CN, Ward N8WK, Hope AA8SN, Mike W8VPC and several club members.

Business:

1. Financial Report. Dues are coming in and treasury is sound. Only swap expenses left will be door prizes.

2. Discuss need to fund TBAREG 501C application. Moved by Ward, second by Dave that club spend $300.00 for application fee. All in favor. Ward will file application.

3. Discussed Swap. Will plan to purchase major door prize from ProSoft--likely will be Heil Headset or Microphone.

4. Discussed May 1st Boy Scout Jamboree. We will need volunteers for a demonstration station.

5. Sky Warn training will be available in March. Dave to put notice in Cherry Juice.

6. TBAREG members have been monitoring the Haiti Emergency net. No calls to this area but have monitored for over 40 hours.

7. Discussed need to make power connections on all emergency equipment compatible. Ward moved, seconded by Dave that we purchase Anderson Power Pole connectors and needed crimp tool(s). $100.00 approved. All in favor. May wait until Dayton to make purchase.

8. Discussed February program. Will likely concern HF digital communications.

Move to adjourn by Ward at 1955 local time. Second by Dave. All in favor.

January 2010 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by president Don N8QX at 1907 local time on January 5, 2010.

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Dave K8WPE, Dave N8CN, Ward N8WK, Gloria N8KXJ and several club members.

Business:

1. Club Member Joe Novak gave an update on planning for the February Swap and name tags.

2. Ward N8WK moved and Dave N8CN seconded that we make donation to Salvation Army. All in favor.

3. Discussed need to re-formulate the Technician classes.

4. Discussed January and February programs.

5. Discussed SE station for Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore.

6. Ward N8WK moved to adjourn at 1953 local time and Dave K8WPE seconded. All in favor.

December 2009 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don at 1910 local time on December 1, 2009.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Dave K8WPE, Dave N8CN, Hope AA8SN, Ward N8WK and several club members.

1. Discussed Dues and Finances. Ward to send out dues notices.

2. Discussed slate of officers for January election. Will need to fill the Corresponding Secretary position and possibly one Board position.

3. Discussed swap. Dave K8WPE will run labels to send flyers to out-of-town hams.

4. Paid for plaque for MI QSO party. $65.00

5. Hope AA8SN received award for Top Single Operator in Grand Traverse County.

Move to adjourn by Ward N8WK at 1945 local time, second by Dave N8CN. All iln favor.

November 2009 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don at 1902 local time on November 3rd, 2009.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Dave N8CN, Chuck W8SGR, Gloria N8KXJ, Dave K8WPE and several club members.

1. Discussed Petosky Swap.

2. Discussed Technician classes.

3. Discussed November program: N8OUZ will present program on packet radio.

4. Jim Palmer gave update on TBARGE. Currently working up some grant proposals, working on station at Munson and now have a working D Star radio.

5. Discussed setting up a Packet station at the club station.

6. Club member Russ has set up a Social web page at ning.com. Requested club approval to use CARC name. The site will be called "The Unofficial Cherryland ARC" social net. Moved by Dave N8CN and seconded by Chuck W8SGR that club allow inclusion of Cherryland Amateur Radio Club in title. Russ will act as moderator and ensure content reflects good amateur practice and presents positive image of Amateur Radio.

7. Christmas Party cost will be $17.50 per person, unchanged from last year.

Move for adjournment by Chuck W8SGR at 1932. Seconded by Gloria N8KXJ. All in favor.

October 2009 Board Meeting
A Quorum was not present so business was conducted.

September 2009 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don at 1905 local time on September 1st, 2009.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Dave N8CN, Ann KA6AYJ, Chuck W8SGR, Jon N8UL, Gloria N8KXJ and Hope AA8SN.

1. Discuss club finances. Fine at present. Discuss concerns about February Swap not generating sufficient income this year due to absence of a major vendor. Discussed several ways to increase income.

2. Motion by Ward, 2nd by Chuck to increase dues for 2010. Motion defeated.

3. Discuss club radio equipment.

4. Discuss September program. Ward will present the program and describe his trip to England and Normandy.

5. Jim Palmer discussed the recent exercise at Munson. Exercise went well and Munson very pleased with participation by hams. Jim indicated that he, Ernie and Dan Scott have been discussing possibility of grant monies. There will be a need to train operators for packet radio with regard to use in emergency services.

6. Training sessions for licensing Salvation Army members will begin the second Tuesday of October.

7. Further discussion of Special Event Station for SB Dunes anniversary. Will likely be a Fall event.

Jon moved to adjourn at 2013. Second by Chuck. All in favor. 

August 2009 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don at 1906 local time on August 4th, 2009.

Business:

Board Members present Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Dave K8WPE, Ann KA6AYJ, Chuck W8SGR, Jon N8UL, Dave N8CN, Hope AA8SN.

1. Discuss club trailer. Ward moved, second by Chuck that we spend up to $300.00 for new tires and wheel bearing packing. All in favor.

2. Discussed updating the club radios and repairing the Kenwood 450.

3. Discussed dues renewals. Much better results with snail mail application vs e-mail. Ward will do mailing.

4. Discussed club finances and concern for swap income. No dues increase anticipated.

5. Discussed licensing classes for Salvation Army candidates. Harry to provide list.

6. Discussed SE station for next years Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park anniversary.

7. Discussed RACES. Motion to nominate Ernie K8RCT to act as club RACES co-ordinator by Ward N8WK. Second by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

Jon moved to adjourn at 1907. Second by Ward. All in favor.

July 2009 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don at 1912 local time on July 7, 2009.

Business:

Board Members present Don N8QX, Dave K8WPE, Ann KA6AYJ, Chuck W8SGR, Jon N8UL, Ward N8WK and Dave N8CN.

1. Treasurers report indicated finances are sound. Field Day expenses around 300.00 and all bills paid. Saylor Park permit obtained for picnic and rental paid for Feb 2010 Swap.

2. Chuck W8SGR volunteered Hope AA8SN to shop for picnic supplies: this year will be brats and burgers. Chuck to supply grill.

3. Discussion of appropriate response to death of club members. Moved by Ward and seconded by Chuck that club make a $25.00 contribution to ARRL in call sign of SK and similar contributions to favorite charities when unlicensed spouse passes. All in favor.

4. Discussed club trailer. Needs clean-up. Is looking bad. Next Tuesday project night will start clean-up and inventory of equipment in trailer. Consider new tires, lubrication of wheel bearings and repair of damaged side.

5. Discuss inventory of club equipment.

6. Discuss club generators and repair.

7. Discuss obtaining vendors for swap.

8. Ward moved and seconded by Jon that club donate $400.00 to Salvation Army. All in favor.

Jon moved for adjournment at 1944. Seconded by Ward. All in favor.


June 2009 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don at 1904 Local time on June 2nd, 2009.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Gloria N8KXJ, Dave K8WPE, Dave N8CN, Ann KA6AYJ, Chuck W8SGR, Jon N8UL and several club members.

1. Treasurers report not presented as Ward N8WK still on vacation. Account still over $4000.00

2. Chuck W8SGR led discussion of noise on the 39 machine. Environment is very noisy and lots of intermod. To correct noise problem we will need to purchase some bandpass cavities. Cost estimated to be around $300.00. Dave N8CN moved to purchase equipment. Seconded by Ann KA6AYJ. All in favor.

3. Field Day Discussion: we are in good shape with equipment but need a power supply for Kenwood Rig. Jon N8UL moved and Ann KA6AYJ seconded to look for supply at the IRA Hamfest. All in favor.

4. Discussion of security for club equipment as a few items have disappeared. Will consider lockable cabinets and sign-out system.

5. Dave N8CN purchased license manuals from both Gordon West and ARRL at Dayton Hamvention. Will be compensated by Ward N8WK.

6. Dave K8WPE discussed some program materials available for digital radio and specifically D-star system. Moved by Jon N8UL and seconded by Chuck W8SGR to purchase for fall programs.

7. Discussion of June General Meeting. Decided to use the meeting time to transport towers, etc to Field Day site for early set-up on Friday and Saturday a.m.

Jon N8UL moved to adjourn at 1943 local time. Second by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

May 2009 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order by President Don at 1910 local time on May 5, 2009.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Gloria N8KXJ, Dave K8WPE, Dave N8CN, Ann KA6AYJ, Chuck W8SGR and several club members.

1. Treasurers Report: Finances unchanged from last month. Ward will be ordering tents and Porti-Potti for Field Day.

2. Discussed plans for May meeting.

3. Discussed need for vendors at February Swap. Will contact Jim Weaver and check with vendors at Dayton.

4. Materials for VE testing. Dave will purchase at Dayton.

5. K8OJP discussed the emergency exercise. Amateur Radio received a very favorable response from all of the participants and evaluators.

Motion to adjourn by Ward N8WK at 1941. Second by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.


April 2009 Board Meeting

 
Meeting called to order by President Don at 1910 local time on April 7th, 2009.

Business:

Board members present: Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Gloria N8KXJ, Dave K8WPE, Dave N8CN, Ann KA6AYJ and several club members.

1. Discussed MI QSO Party. Will include in Cherry Juice.

2. Emergency exercise May 2nd is starting to come together according to Jim K8OJP. Sponsored by CERT: Citizens Emergency Response Team. Around 20 volunteer hams so far and can use more. Team from Charlevoix/Emmet will bring a trailer. So far participating hams from Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Benzie, Charelvoix and Emmet counties. Will start to assemble around 11 am with exercise from 1-3 pm and wrapped up before 4 pm.

3. Harry will again provide food at Field Day through the Salvation Army.

4. Treasurers report: about $4,000. 00 on hand.

5. Discussed need for vendors at next year's swap as Elmer's is going out of business. Will try and recruit some vendors at Cadillac swap and Dayton. May have to help with travel expenses and lodging.

6. Discussed April program. Tom will give program outlining requirements for RACES and Go-Kits for exercise.

7. Discussed May and June programs.

Motion to adjourn by Ward N8WK at 2022 local time. Second by Dave N8CN. All in favor


March 2009 Board Meeting

 
Meeting called to order by President Don at 1900 local time on March 3rd, 2009.

Business:

Board members present: Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Gloria N8KXJ, Jon N8UL, Dave K8WPE, Dave N8CN, Ann KA6AYJ and several club members.

1. Discussed upcoming Michigan QSO Party. Dave N8CN moved, seconded by Jon N8UL that CARC sponsor a placque. All in favor.

2. Dan Scott represent Grand Traverse Count EOC discussed the May 2nd exercise at Camp Greilick. Dan wants CARC members involved with RACES to participate and would like 10-15 participants. Also advises all CARC members who want to be involved with RACES that they can pick up their cards at his office in the Government Center.

3. Weather Spotter Class. There will be a weather spotter class at the Governmental Center Cafeteria on Thursday, March 26th at 6:30 pm. Will be conducted by National Weather Service.

4. Ward N8WK reported on swap financial success and said Club is healthy with about $4900.00 in Treasury.

5. Discussion of Independent Repeater System. Moved by Ward N8WK and seconded by Dave N8CN that we donate $50.00 to support the Independent Repeater System.

6. Moved by Jon N8UL and seconded by Dave K8WPE that we reserve the IC gymnasium again for the Swap in February 2010.

7. President Don reported the March program will be presented by the local Civilian Air Patrol.

8. Presentation by Bob Dennis KC8IRJ urging the CARC adopt the local chapter of Community Blood Center to provide radio communications between the Blood Center and the hospitals they serve and their downstate offices. Bob is director of the Hospital Communications division of the Kent County RACES group.

Motion to adjourn by Ward N8WK at 2020 local time. All in favor.



February 2009 Board Meeting

 
Meeting called to order by president Don at 1900 local time on February 3rd, 2009.

Business:

Board members present: Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Gloria N8KXJ, Jon N8UL, Dave K8WPE and several club members.

1. Ward did not have a Treasurer's report but said that dues money is coming in.

2. Discussed door prizes for swap. Don and Jon will make the necessary purchases.

3. Ward will do the February program on propagation.

4. New member Jim Haldaman KD8JPY will do the March program on Civil Air Patrol activities.

5. Don reported that Joe W8TVT has everything under control for the swap. He reminded everyone about the dinner Friday night at the Elks club.

6. Moved by Ward N8WK, seconded by Jon N8UL, that we adjourn. Motion passed.

Respectfully submitted,

Gloria N8KXJ

January 2009 Board Meeting

 
Meeting called to order at 1902 local time on January 13th, 2009 by President Don N8QX.

Business:
Board members present: Don N8QX, Dave K8WPE, Ward N8WK, Chuck W8SGR, Gloria N8KXJ, Jon N8UL and several club members.

1. Dan Scott gave a brief discussion of county EOC operations and need for RACES participation. Cards are now available at the County Building. There will be an exercise the first weekend of May.

2. Ward N8WK presented Treasurer's report. Club finances are better this year compared with January 2008.

3. Discussion of possible Introduction to Ham Radio at NMC.

4. January Program will be elections and presentation on propagation by Ward N8WK.

5. Discussion of sale of extra club radios currently not in use.

6. Discussion of February program. No current subject.

7. Discussion of slate of officers for 2009.

Motion to adjourn by Jon N8UL at 1942 local time, seconded by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

December 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1911 local time on December 2nd, 2008 by President Don N8QX.

Business:

Board members present: Don N8QX, Dave N8CN, Dave K8WPE, Ward N8WK, Chuck W8SGR, Gloria N8KXJ, Hope AA8SN, Jon N8UL and several club members.

1. Discussed donation to Salvation Army. Ward moved $250.00 donation, seconded by Chuck. All in favor.

2. Discussed providing VHF rig for Salvation Army Disaster Response Vehicle. Ward moved $300.00, seconded by Dave N8CN. All in favor.

3. Discussed Swap: Publicity and door prizes.

4. Discussed food at Field Day. Salvation Army will provide again.

5. Discussed January elections and January and February programs.

6. Discussed need for someone to take active role as emergency services co-ordinator for RACES.

Motion to adjourn at 1955 local time. All in favor.

November 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1903 local time on November 4th, 2008 by President Don N8QX.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Dave N8CN, Dave K8WPE, Ward N8WK, Chuck W8SGR, Gloria N8KXJ, Hope AA8SN, Jon N8UL and several club members.

1. Joe W8TVT informed board regarding SK Al Travis.

2. Ward N8WK presented up-to-date club financial statement. Dues beginning to come in.

3. Joe W8TVT discussed Swap plans. Looking for another vendor. Table and admission fees to remain the same. Dave N8CN will handle flyer and order mail labels. Joe will register with ARRL.

4. Discussed November meeting. Time for auction.

5. Ann Ka6AJ will continue with MESH net.

6. Still have a need for Tuesday night projects. At least 3 members want to make J-pole 2 m antennas.

At 1952, Ward N8WK moved to adjourn, seconded by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

October 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1908 local time on October 7, 2008 by President Don N8QX.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Dave N8CN, Dave K8WPE, Chuck W8SGR, Gloria N8KXJ and Hope AA8SN.

1. Discussed dues increase. General feeling is that an increase is not needed at this time.

2. Discussed October program. Bob WA8ABL presented idea and will contact Don if program is available. Should have information by October 15th.

3. Discussed February Swap. The first vendor is lined up and requested 5 tables.

4. TBI contest will not be held this year. Seems to be a lack of interest.

5. Dave N8CN mentioned that Dan Scott is back with Grand Traverse County and plans to attend a Board meeting soon to present his plans for county emergency operations.

6. Discussed Ham of the Year Award. None given last year. Nominations can be given to any Board member or any of the last 3 winners: Jon N8UL, co-winners Norm K8CLM and Chuck W8SGR, or Jill KC8PVQ.

7. Discussed slate of officers for next year. Any member can run for any position by contacting the Board and exsisting Board will nominate a slate of officers. There will definitely be a vacancy for Corresponding Secretary and one new Director.

Dave N8CN moved to adjourn at 1951, seconded by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

September 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to Order at 1904 local time on September 2 by President Don N8QX.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Dave N8CN, Dave K8WPE, Jon N8UL and Gloria N8KXJ. Club members present included Joe W8TVT, Ann KA6AJ and Harry KB8RIV.

1. Discussed September meeting. Plans not firmed up.

2. Discussed classes for Salvation Army members. Harry KB8RIV will get accurate numbers. Have 3 volunteer instructors.

3. Discussed resignation of GT County EOC.

4. Dave N8CN indicates that Dave Dell W8TVC needs volunteers for the Leelanau Harvest Tour on 9/21/08. Spread the word and Dave will post in the Cherry Juice.

5. Discussed upcoming events: Christmas Party, Swap-n-Shop and Ham of the Year.

6. Discussed Fox Hunt and Lighthouse Special Event station.

Motion to adjourn by Dave K8WPE, seconded by Jon N8UL. All in favor. Meeting adjourned at 1950.

August 2008 Board Meeting

No meeting this month. Quorum was not obtained and insufficient new business.

July 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1918 local time, July 1st by President Don N8QX.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Dave N8CN, Chuck W8SGR, Dave K8WPE, Bill W8PIT and Jon N8UL. Club members present included Joe W8TVT, Ann KA6AYJ, Harry KB8RIV and Jim K8OJP.

1. Ward updated Treasurers report. Field Day bills paid.

2. Field Day discussion/critique. Good QSO numbers but participation down.

3. Discussed plans for picnic. Ward has park reserved and has grill. Don will pickup Grill. Harry has beverages.

4. Discussed plans for licensed classes for Salvation Army members.

5. Discussed letter to Salvation Army: Bill has already written

6. The 86 machine is down for repairs. Chuck has replacement in operation.

7. Discussed August meeting: Fox Hunt. Discussed September meeting: Dave K8WPE will explore idea and report back.

8. Discussed possible Propagation Program for October.

Motion to adjourn at 1953 local time by Ward N8WK, seconded by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

June 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1903 local time, June 3rd by President Don N8QX.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Dave N8CN, Hope AA8SN, Chuck W8SGR, Dave K8WPE, Gloria N8KXJ, Bill W8PIT and Jon N8UL. Club members present include Joe W8TVT, John AB8RV, Ann and Harry KB8RIV.

1. Discussed Field Day plans and involvement with Salvation Army. Harry KB8RIV related the SA will provide lunch and supper Saturday and Breakfast and Lunch on Sunday. Harry indicated the Chicago Territorial Headquarters is aware of the CARC involvement with the Salvation Army.

2. Ward gave Treasurer's report. Dave will post on website.

3. Discussed the June meeting which will consist of preparations for Field Day. Members to meet at either the Club Station at 6 pm or the Field Day site at 7 pm. Members can monitor the 86 repeater to stay on top of the situation.

4. MESH net: Ann has taken over as Net Control and is doing a FB job! Thanks Ann.

Motion to adjourn at 1934 local time by Ward N8WK. Second by Bill W8PIT. All in favor.


May 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1908 local time, May 6 by President Don N8QX

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Ward N8WK, Dave N8CN, Hope AA8SN, Chuck W8SGR, Dave K8WPE, Gloria N8KXJ, Bil W8PIT and Jon N8UL.

1. Ward N8WK gave treasurer's report. Dave will put on Cherry Juice page.

2. Discuss May program. Will discuss Field Day plans and Dayton report and pictures.

3. Discuss Field Day: Salvation Army will provide lunch on Sat and Sun, supper on Sat and breakfast on Sunday. Will have snacks and beverages for during the day.

4. Chuck discussed next Tuesday project. Will be remote antenna switch. Will cost around 30.00. Moved by Ward N8WK and seconded by Jon N8UL to authorize $350.00 for parts. All in favor. Chuck has 2 peopled signed up. Will mention on the MESH net and in Cherry Juice and at the May club meeting.

5. Need more volunteers for the MESH net. Paul K8HIB is currently acting as net control. Will need helpers.

6. Will need to make antenna repairs at club station. Dipole is down and element missing on Triband. Discussed chances of getting bucket truck to make repairs.

7. Hope AA8SN needs some VE's for Saturday's exam session.

Motion to adjourn at 1946 local. All in favor.

April 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1910 local time, April 1 by President Don N8QX.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Hope AA8SN, Gloria N8KXJ, Chuck W8SGR, Dave N8CN, Dave K8WPE. Several club members also present.

1. Scott KC8UPS will be giving up net control for the MESH net. Paul K8HIB will assume some of the duties but we would like some more volunteers. A rotating schedule of net control op's is the goal.

2. Field Day discussion. Need more volunteers. Will discuss at the regular club meeting and on the MESH net.

3. Harry KB8RIV has been in contact with Salvation Army. Their desire is to set-up a functioning Amateur Radio group for their disaster services in western Michigan. Want to license 15-25 of their members and have asked for club to assist with classes, equipment and antenna design and equiping all their emergency vehicles. In addition, the Salvation Army would like to use our Field Day exercise as practice for their field food services. They will provide meals for Saturday noon and evening and breakfast and lunch on Sunday. Harry authorized to continue discussions and some board members have agreed to act as instructors.

4. Discussion of April program for general meeting.

Motion by Dave N8CN to adjourn. Seconded by Chuck W8SGR. Motion carried and meeting adjourned at 1806.

March 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1907 local time, March 4 by President Don N8QX.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Hope AA8SN, Gloria N8KXJ, Bill W8PIT, Ward N8WK, Jon N8UL, Chuck W8SGR, Dave N8CN and Dave K8WPE.

1. Treasurers report by N8WK. Will post on CJ web site.

2. Ward N8WK reports he has reserved Immaculate Conception Gym for next years swap. Date is 2/14/09. Cost is $550.00.

3. Discussed donation to Salvation Army. Ward N8WK moved, seconded by Chuck W8SGR to send check for $300.00. All in favor.

4. Discussed Information Packet for new hams. Discussed sending welcome/congratulation letters to new hams. N8WK moved, seconded by AA8SN to order 4 Technician, 1 General and 1 Extra Class study guides.

5. Discussed Michigan QSO party to be held 4/19/2008. Club will sponsor placque and Hope AA8SN will try and generate interest for club entry. Last year, Ward N8WK and Joe W8TVT received "Spell Mackinac" Awards.

6. Kudos to Scott KC8UPS for his work as net control for the MESH net. Nice job Scott!

7. Discussion of April general meeting program. March meeting will be NWS weather spotting.

Motion to adjourn by Ward N8WK, seconded by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

February 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1900 local time, February 5 by President Don N8QX.

Business:

Board Members present: Don N8QX, Hope AA8SN, Gloria N8KXJ, Bill W8PIT, Ward N8WK, Jon N8UL, Chuck W8SGR and Dave N8CN. Several club members were also present.

1. Commitment has been made by Ward N8WK to support placque for MI QSO party. Payment has not been sent.

2. Dave N8CN reports he has set up a website for the Cherry Juice. Will be separate from existing web site to make it easy for Dave to keep it current and publish even when he is out of town. Post cards will be sent out this month in lieu of a hard copy.

3. Joe W8TVT reported on the Swap. He has request for 31 tables already. Usually we only have requests for 17 or 18 tables ahead of time. Discussion of door prizes and 50-50 raffle.

4. Discussion of insurance. Decision that more economical to self-insure.

5. Discussion of Field Day. No changes planned at this time but need to increase both participation and visibility. To be continued.

6. Discussion of making club apparel, mugs, etc available through one of the web companies. To be continued.

7. Discussion of Link System. Will renew support with contribution of $50.00.

8. Gloria N8KXJ mentioned the need to renew weather spotter status. Hope AA8SN to contact NWS.

9. Discussion of program for February meeting.

Motion to adjourn by Ward N8WK, second by Chuck W8SGR. All in favor.

January 2008 Board Meeting

Meeting called to order at 1900 local time, January 8 President Don N8QX

Business:

1. Discussed preparations for February Swap led by Joe W8TVT.

2. A donation has been made to the Salvation Army. We will need to make another donation later this year.

3. Discussion of the costs involved in the Cherry Juice and the need to change to an e-mail or web-based format.

4. Discussion of ways to increase club participation and activities and ways to make club more visible to public.

5. Discussion of program for January meeting. Dave N8CN volunteered to present program on his tower project.

6. Discussion of slate of officers for election at General meeting.