Rogers County Wireless Association

Monthly Club Meeting

Minutes for January 24, 2008

· Meeting called to order by President: Calvin Emerson (KC5ARC) at 7:04 pm

· Self-Introductions were made. There were 3 officers, 12 members and 2 guests present.

· Minutes from October meeting were read by Frances (KC5CSC). Motion made to accept minutes as read by Duane (KD5XI), seconded by John (KD5NAQ). Motion passed by show of hands.

· Treasurer’s report was read by Frances. $848.13 less $50 (picnic shelter reservation reimbursement) less $194.00 (AG Insurance annual premium) plus $110.00 (dues and $20 donation) equals $714.13 in the club account as of this date. Motion made to accept treasurer’s report as read by Dirk (K7QVD), seconded by David (KC5BGF). Motion passed by show of hands.

· Old Business

o Ice storm prevented ability to hold December 13^th meeting. To anyone who may have attempted to do so, we apologize.

o Meeting venue, time and/or day change. Discussion ran through several options: Leave well enough alone, move venue to Golden Corral (which would cause change of time if not day or both day and time change), move to other non-restaurant location and try pot-luck for food (problems were identified almost immediately with this option) or move to True Grit (which would cause day and time change). Motion was made by Dale (N5EDB), seconded by Dirk and by show of hands (8 to 1) vote was to move venue to True Grit, change time to 9:00 am and change day of meeting to first Saturday of each month. On repercussion seen immediately was 2^nd Saturday coffee klatch needed to move to 3^rd Saturday of the month.

§ True Grit location is north of Rogers State College on highway 88, in the strip center just north of the American Legion Hall.

o Field day – Dallas was unavailable to give an expected report regarding use of Elks or American Legion facilities. Item tabled.

· Net Controls:

o Jan 29 - KC5EQM - Larry Adams

o Feb 5 - Open -

o Feb 12 - KC5UOQ - Larry England

· New Business:

o Picnic dates have been reserved for Claremore Lake, Shelter #2. Calvin has been reimbursed the $50 fee required for shelter reservation. Dates are May 3 (meeting will be held at the Claremore Lake instead True Grit for May) and September 13.

o David indicated that the 2008 Storm Spotters Training session will be held March 18 on the Expo Center grounds (“Women’s Building) at 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

o Dirk announced the United Methodist Church – north on highway 88 – has been designated as an emergency shelter. During December’s ice storm and days of no power, he determined there’s a real need for backup power for the 147.090 repeater. There was discussion regarding equipment possible: solar, battery with UPS wire, etc. It was also announced as a reminder that there is a protocol in place to move to 147.090 simplex in the event of loss of repeater operation. The range is greatly reduced but contact with personnel in Claremore is very possible. Larry Little motioned and Dirk 2^nd that the club purchase a battery for the repeater. Motion passed by show of hands.

o Dirk also indicated that this spring he has been tasked with seeing that a Technician grade class be taught and he’s requested help if available. Calvin indicated he still has trainer status with ARRL and as such has access to training material at a discount. He may also be willing to help with the classes.

o Dirk also indicated on January 30, 9 am to noon, a “just in time” shelter course. Please contact K7QVD for more information

o Gerald brought up subject regarding payment of dues and methods there of. After some discussion, Gerald made a motion that Club membership fees be payable by cash or check only, no credit cards or electronic fund transfers (EFT). Motion was 2^nd by Kathy England and passed unanimously by show of hands. Additional request was that this information be placed on the web site. To that end the secretary will draft a message to be placed with the roster indicating monies paid to RCWA must be in form of cash, personal check or money order.

· Announcement:

o None

· Motion made by Dale to adjourn. Second by Sie. Meeting adjourned at 8:15