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[arrl-odv:19330] RE: [arrl-odv:19329] FW: Hurricane Earl
by Kramer, Harold, WJ1B 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

OOPs.. I meant sent to the SM List!! Harold Kramer, WJ1B Chief Operating Officer ARRL -the national association for Amateur Radio 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 (860) 594 -0220 From: Kramer, Harold, WJ1B [mailto:wj1b@arrl.org] Sent: Monday, August 30, 2010 1:16 PM To: arrl-odv Subject: [arrl-odv:19329] FW: Hurricane Earl Sent to ODV earlier today. Harold Kramer, WJ1B Chief Operating Officer ARRL -the national association for Amateur Radio 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 (860) 594 -0220 From: Corey, Michael, W5MPC Sent: Monday, August 30, 2010 12:39 PM To: smlist; sec Subject: Hurricane Earl Just as an update to the SM's and SEC's along the East coast and Caribbean, we are monitoring hurricane Earl here at HQ. If there is anything that we can do here at HQ to support emcomm efforts in response to the storm please let us know. Also please keep us in the loop on any activities that may be going on in your section. Mike Corey, W5MPC Emergency Preparedness and Response Manager ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio(tm) 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 Telephone: 860 594 0222 email: w5mpc(a)arrl.org web: www.arrl.org/

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[arrl-odv:19329] FW: Hurricane Earl
by Kramer, Harold, WJ1B 30 Aug '10

30 Aug '10

Sent to ODV earlier today. Harold Kramer, WJ1B Chief Operating Officer ARRL -the national association for Amateur Radio 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 (860) 594 -0220 From: Corey, Michael, W5MPC Sent: Monday, August 30, 2010 12:39 PM To: smlist; sec Subject: Hurricane Earl Just as an update to the SM's and SEC's along the East coast and Caribbean, we are monitoring hurricane Earl here at HQ. If there is anything that we can do here at HQ to support emcomm efforts in response to the storm please let us know. Also please keep us in the loop on any activities that may be going on in your section. Mike Corey, W5MPC Emergency Preparedness and Response Manager ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio(tm) 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 Telephone: 860 594 0222 email: w5mpc(a)arrl.org web: www.arrl.org/

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[arrl-odv:19327] United States WRC-12 proposal
by Price, Brennan, N4QX 27 Aug '10

27 Aug '10

It is timely to advise the Board on developments during preparations for the 2012 World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-12). I have tried to make this advisory relevant to those not familiar with the alphabet soup that seems to be prevalent in this line of work. If I have failed, please invite me to clarify. The FCC and NTIA have reconciled their widely divergent views on WRC-12 Agenda Item 1.23, which calls for consideration of a secondary allocation to Amateur Radio of about 15 kHz between 415 and 526.5 kHz. I am pleased to report that the United States will make an affirmative proposal, advocating that 461-469 kHz and 471-478 kHz be allocated to the amateur service on a secondary basis. This proposal will be introduced at next week's CITEL PCC.II meeting in Fortaleza, Brazil, with the goal of developing support for a common regional proposal. Jon Siverling will represent ARRL at this meeting. In prior news stories regarding this matter, ARRL has identified our efforts at this frequency range as efforts at "500 kHz," in large part because the status quo of usage of this spectrum suggested that the range around 500 kHz would be ideal, and in some part because of the historical use of that discrete frequency and the consequent nostalgia some hold for it. Our initial efforts did focus on a range encompassing 500 kHz, and the FCC supported an ARRL-authored WRC-12 Advisory Committee proposal for 495-510 kHz. But the range 495-505 kHz has been identified by maritime interests for future high speed data broadcast systems. While there is some question in my mind whether maritime interests have the political werewithal to get such systems funded, the maritime mobile service cannot be faulted for looking at frequencies already allocated to it for new technologies. As a result, the international resistance to an Amateur Radio allocation at "500 kHz" is significant, and our own NTIA, representing the views of the Coast Guard, has been among the resistance. In fact, the NTIA supported a Coast Guard proposal of no change as its initial position. At the May meeting of Working Party 5A, amateur-friendly contributors to the CPM text (very simply put, CPM text is the starting point for WRC-12 discussions) inserted two other affirmative methods therein: 472-487 kHz and the two-band approach described above. These ranges were chosen to minimize conflicts with aeronautical non-directional beacons, which are sparse but measurable within this range in ITU Regions 1 and 3. We anticipate that 472-487 kHz will be affirmatively proposed by Canada in Fortaleza next week. Through our engagement in the reconciliation process, which occured at the invitation of and with the support of the FCC International Bureau staff, we attempted to bring the United States to 472-487 kHz or a substantial portion thereof. Unfortunately, we simply could not overcome unfounded concern by the Coast Guard, purportedly based on proximity to NAVTEX at 490 kHz. Nevertheless, the agreed-upon method is significantly better than NTIA's initial position of no change, as well as their initial offer during reconciliation (440-450 kHz, which is only nominally better than no change for a variety of reasons). In the end, we judged that having the United States make an affirmative proposal at this time had value, even if the proposal was the least ideal of the three affirmative methods in the CPM text. The end result was agreed to by the NTIA despite the affirmative objections of the Coast Guard. We continue to work within the United States toward the adoption of more ideal methods as fallback positions. Internationally, we are more free to advocate for a successful conclusion to AI 1.23 than we have been able to at previous meetings, thanks to the resolution of the United States position on this matter. The road to a successful conclusion remains treacherous. The Russian Federation is advocating no change as a European common proposal, countering the affirmative proposals of some European administrations. The International Maritime Organization has also adopted a preliminary view of no change. Even though IMO's argument has been little more than, "We won't know what we want to do with 415-526.5 kHz until 2014," the strength of the organization could easily compensate for the weakness of its argument on this issue. IARU President Ellam will be meeting with IMO officials in early September to gauge and temper the strength of their opposition. So while the long term prognosis is inherently perilous and uncertan, the short term news is good. On to Fortaleza. 73, Brennan T. Price, N4QX Chief Technology Officer American Radio Relay League 3545 Chain Bridge Road Suite 209 Fairfax VA 22030-2708 Tel +1 703 934-2077 Fax +1 703 934-2079

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[arrl-odv:19326] Election candidates
by Sumner, Dave, K1ZZ 27 Aug '10

27 Aug '10

The ARRL Ethics and Elections Committee has completed its review of the nominating petitions and statements of eligibility submitted for the current election cycle. All candidates have been found to be eligible. Here is the complete list of candidates: Pacific Division For Director: Bob Vallio, W6RGG For Vice Director: Jim Tiemstra, K6JAT Mr. Vallio and Mr. Tiemstra are declared re-elected. Rocky Mountain Division For Director: Brian Mileshosky, N5ZGT For Vice Director: Dwayne Allen, WY7FD Mr. Mileshosky and Mr. Allen are declared re-elected. Southeastern Division For Director: Sherri Brower, W4STB; Doug Rehman, K4AC; Greg Sarratt, W4OZK For Vice Director: Jeff Beals, WA4AW; Andrea Hartlage, KG4IUM Southwestern Division For Director: Carl Gardenias, WU6D; Dick Norton, N6AA For Vice Director: Marty Woll, N6VI Mr. Woll is declared re-elected. West Gulf Division For Director: Larry Essary, K5XG; Dr. David Woolweaver, K5RAV For Vice Director: Michael Reynolds, W0KIE; John Robert Stratton, N5AUS 73, David Sumner, K1ZZ Secretary, ARRL

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[arrl-odv:19325] IN-News
by Kustosik, Lisa, KA1UFZ 26 Aug '10

26 Aug '10

<<082510.doc>> IN-Newsletter <<Microsoft Word Picture>> Vol. 33, No. 34 August 25, 2010 -- Covers the period August 15-21. Upcoming Meetings and Events United States Telecommunications Training Institute (USTTI) September 27-October 1 - ARRL HQ Executive Committee Meeting October 23 @ 9:00am in St. Louis, MO Ballot Counting for Director/Vice Director Elections November 19 in Newington, CT Media & Public Relations Reported by Allen Pitts, W1AGP I am awaiting confirmation of a time when we can interview the Arcade Fire band for probably QST article. Initial responses to the 75th anniversary of ARES materials continues to be positive. More materials should be coming out in a week or two. National Geographic sent us an email announcing their Katrina special will first air August 23, but that they are not using any of the materials or people contacts we shared with them. The PRC and I have noted that there is very little promotion being put out by DHS/FEMA about National Preparedness Month so far this year. We had expected much more and to hook it into the 75th ARES campaign. But we shall do well anyway. Development Reported by Mary Hobart, K1MMH The Education & Technology Fund mailing is in production and expected to mail before the end of August to 75,000 donors and members. The Spectrum Defense campaign has reached $108,761. The second issue of Spectrum Defense Matters is planned for early September and will mail to 40,000 donors and email to members who have opted in for special offers from ARRL. There is an opt-out message on the Spectrum Defense Matter page of the website. So far, Development has not received any complaints or opt-out messages attributable to the newsletter. The Diamond Club is nearly 60% of the way to the 2010 goal of $263,000. The W1AW campaign has topped $75,000 which is $10,000 over the campaign target. Production/Editorial Reported by Joel Kleinman, N1BKE Khrystyne Keane wrote and distributed The ARRL Letter and voiced and produced ARRL Audio News for August 19, 2010. Membership & Volunteer Programs Reported by Dave Patton, NN1N W1AW W1AW received a donation of a number of audio products from Heil Sound. In addition to some mic adapters, mic booms with associated hardware, two (2) PR781 microphones and four (4) PRO Set Elite headsets were received. Joe assembled and installed an antenna side-arm on the Satellite tower. This side-arm holds a 23cm vertical antenna that will be used with the Icom ID-1 D-Star 23cm radio. This antenna will be raised higher when the antenna contractors are here for the Autumn tower inspections. He also ran cables for the antenna. He also updated the web code practice files for the previous week. Scott worked on slow and fast code practice files for the latter part of the month of August. He also assisted the DXCC department with the editing of applications. Field Organization/Public Service Team Leona Adams reports that Mike Lisenco, N2YBB, Section Manager of New York City/Long Island, has been nominated to run for a new term of office starting on January 1, 2011. Mike delivered the nominating petition in person on Thursday, August 19, when he was Newington and visited Headquarters. The deadline for all Section Manager nomination petitions for this particular election cycle is Friday, September 10. The Membership and Volunteer Programs office is prepared to count Section Manager election ballots from Ohio and Southern Florida on Tuesday, August 24. Chuck Skolaut returned from a successful Kansas State Convention. While there here was able to meet with the League Vice President, Midwest Director and Vice Director and took part in the ARRL Forum. Chuck returned to HQ with a number of new and renewed memberships. A radio amateur from Illinois and one from Indiana have successfully completed their certification to become Official Observers this past week. Headquarters received a report of a "buzz" signal over a wide area in the southeastern areas of the United States, and that is under investigation. We also received an updated report of jamming and interference to a 75 meter net. Sincerely Compiled by, Lisa Kustosik, KA1UFZ Assistant to the CEO Staff Absentee List All Staff 9/6 Holiday Leona Adams 8/27 Vacation Jon Bloom 8/25-9/3 Vacation Margie Bourgoin 9/17 Vacation Steve Capodicasa 9/6-9/10 Vacation Joe Carcia 8/27 Vacation Scott Gee 8/30-8/31 Vacation Mike Gruber 8/23-8/27 Vacation `` 9/27-10/1 Vacation Joel Hallas 8/27 Vacation `` 9/3 Vacation Dan Henderson 8/23-8/27 Vacation `` 8/28 New England Division Convention, Boxboro, MA `` 9/24-10/3 Ten-Tec Hamfest,(TN)/W4DXCC/SEDCO/Vacation `` 10/14-10/19 Pacificon, San Ramon, CA/Beale AFB Mary Hobart 8/27 Vacation `` 9/10 Vacation `` 9/24 Vacation `` 10/1 Vacation `` 10/15-10/17 Pacificon, San Ramon, CA `` 10/22 Vacation Gail Iannone 8/20-9/7 Vacation Bob Inderbitzen 8/23-8/27 Vacation Sabrina Jackson 9/1 Vacation Lisa Kustosik 9/7 Vacation Maryann Macdonald 8/16-8/30 Sick Leave Bill Moore 9/10-9/13 Virginia Section Convention, Virginia Beach, VA Diane Petrilli 8/23-8/27 Vacation Steve Sant Andrea 8/30 Vacation Barry Shelley 8/26-8/27 Vacation Dave Sumner 10/22pm-10/24 Executive Committee Meeting, St. Louis , MO

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[arrl-odv:19324] Re: RE: Director and Vice Director Candidates
by Brian Mileshosky 26 Aug '10

26 Aug '10

Thanks, Dave and E&E committee! I look forward to continuing our good work for the benefit of ARRL and our awesome hobby/service. It's a pleasure and honor to serve with each of you. 73, Brian N5ZGT On Thu, 26 Aug 2010, Sumner, Dave, K1ZZ wrote: > I know you all have been waiting with bated breath to find out whether > Brian Mileshosky, N5ZGT would be found to be eligible to serve as Rocky > Mountain Division Director for another term. I am pleased to report that > the Ethics and Elections Committee has completed its deliberations on > the question and has determined that Brian is eligible. As he is the > only candidate, he is declared re-elected. > > > > The committee is scheduled to complete its work on candidates' > eligibility by tomorrow. > > > > David Sumner, K1ZZ > > Secretary, ARRL > > > > ARRL Director, Rocky Mountain Division On the web at www.RockyMountainDivision.org

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[arrl-odv:19323] RE: [arrl-odv:19305] Director and Vice Director Candidates
by Sumner, Dave, K1ZZ 26 Aug '10

26 Aug '10

I know you all have been waiting with bated breath to find out whether Brian Mileshosky, N5ZGT would be found to be eligible to serve as Rocky Mountain Division Director for another term. I am pleased to report that the Ethics and Elections Committee has completed its deliberations on the question and has determined that Brian is eligible. As he is the only candidate, he is declared re-elected. The committee is scheduled to complete its work on candidates' eligibility by tomorrow. David Sumner, K1ZZ Secretary, ARRL

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[arrl-odv:19322] Re: RE: RE: ARRL Member Recruitment Telemarketing
by jfenster＠pacifier.com 25 Aug '10

25 Aug '10

Some food for thought. If we continue on this telemarketing path, rather than using a firm, can we come up with a script and have good knowledgable volunteers (ARRL members) make the calls? Political campaigns do this all the time with volunteer staff and are reasonable successful. I would feel much more comfortable with hams calling hams rather then uninformed third parties. Jim K9JF

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[arrl-odv:19321] RE: [arrl-odv:19315] RE: ARRL Member Recruitment Telemarketing
by Sumner, Dave, K1ZZ 24 Aug '10

24 Aug '10

Thanks to everyone for their comments and questions. Rather than respond piecemeal, I would like to wait until Bob Inderbitzen and Diane Petrilli return from vacation next week so we can give you a report on the previous telemarketing experience in late 2008 and early 2009 as well as to address your concerns about the firm we are currently talking with. Dave K1ZZ

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[arrl-odv:19320] Southeastern Division trip report
by Kay Craigie 24 Aug '10

24 Aug '10

The attachments are my report on the Southeastern Division Convention and the convention program. 73 - Kay N3KN

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