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[arrl-odv:21996] 2012 ARRL Per-Member Income and Expenses
by Richard J Norton 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

*Introduction and Background* Whereas the current ARRL financial management and reporting has certainly been successful in both monitoring the League's overall financial position (whether the League, as a whole, makes or loses money) and satisfying legal reporting requirements, I've never found the reports able to provide insight into understanding the League distribution of its income into the various League activities. It is my belief that presentation of the League's financial results in the following per-member cost format will permit both League management and the board to possibly better understand what we are doing with our resources, and more effectively manage them for our membership. *Methodology* Data from 1) the 2012 ARRL Detailed Income Statement, that was contained in the January 2013 CFO Report to the Board, was combined with 2) the results of a salary cost-allocation survey presented to the board in July 2012, to produce the following per-member income and expense estimates. This was refined using 3) CFO-Shelley-provided breakdowns of several line items in the Detailed Income Statement that permitted better allocation of some costs such as postage and stationery. This is then an estimate. The largest cost component is employee salaries. ARRL employee's time is not tracked to project activity with time cards. In 2012, management conducted a survey of employees, estimating the percentage of their hours spent on their various activities. The percentage numbers were given to the board in July 2012. These percentages were applied to the actual year-end salary and benefit numbers in the 2012 ARRL Detailed Income Statement. It is believed that the results are reasonably representative of actual results. The number of members used for the calculations was 160,278, the number at year end. It may have been appropriate to use the average over the year, but differences are insignificant. This memo presents data and discussion about its format. Comments and conclusions about appropriateness of any of the costs are not included. *2012 Income Per-Member* A member may ask, "What is done with my $39 per-year dues?" The first part of the answer is to point out that his $39 is part of the total of $96 per-member income received by the League. The per-member income breakdown is as follows: Dues & Subscriptions 35.73 Publications 22.06 Advertising 15.99 Investment Income 7.69 Contributions 6.04 Programs & Service Fees 3.82 VEC 2.62 QEX 1.14 Other 0.66 NCJ 0.34 Total Income 96.09 *2012 Expenditures Per-Member* The $96 per-member income is spent as follows: QST 24.66 Publications 21.45 Programs & Services 9.04 Membership Acquisition 7.19 International 4.81 Fundraising 4.46 Board Activity 3.11 Field Organization 2.74 VEC 2.73 Web-site & ARRL.net 2.62 Laboratory 2.50 Regulatory 1.70 Education 1.47 QEX 1.34 Staff Member Contact 1.04 Emergency Communications 0.87 NCJ 0.61 Public Relations 0.55 Total Costs 92.90 Therefore, in 2012, income exceeded expenses by approximately $3.19 per-member. *Cost Description* The per-member costs shown above have indirect costs included. The costs presented are what would be billed to an external customer for a no-profit contract to perform the work. For example, the Lab uses a heated building,office space, furniture, computer networks, payroll service, and guidance of upper management. As is done on government contracts, the indirect charges are apportioned proportional to the direct expenses, including both labor and other direct costs. The indirect, or overhead, burden accounts for $17.67 per member, and that amount has then been distributed to the cost centers listed above. This amounts to a 23% cost burden for each component. The particular cost centers listed essentially follow the categories given by staff in the Time Allocation Estimates that are the basis for this memo. It may have been more desirable to utilize other cost centers, such as DXCC, W1AW, etc. This uses the labor estimates provided by ARRL management in July 2012. *G&A and Overhead* For the analysis presented here, all indirect costs are lumped. Conventionally, indirect costs that an entire organization, such as a corporation, incurs, such as filing federal income tax returns, are considered to be "General and Administrative." Indirect costs that a particular facility or department incurs are usually called "Overhead." It is possible to track costs in a way where some overhead costs only impact some cost centers. For example, the Washington DC office expenses might be more appropriately used to only burden certain cost centers and not others, but the input data doesn't easily permit this, and it was not done here. *Comments on Some Costs* The Membership Acquisition Costs are likely higher than the $7.19 shown. 1) When directors or section managers travel to conventions and sit at a booth primarily selling and renewing memberships, this is billed to Board Activity or Field Organization. 2) When a staff person travels to a convention, and sits at a booth primarily selling and renewing memberships, this is billed to Member Contact. 3) Each issue of QST contains ads for League membership which are not cost-accounted to Membership Acquisition. 4) Although a very significant percentage of books is used for membership premiums, only the printing cost of the books is directly book-kept to Membership Acquisition. The costs of generating the books, and the labor used to mail membership premiums is not directly included. Fundraising Costs are likely higher than the $4.46 shown. 1) Development department travel costs related to board interface are billed to Board Activities. 2) Related QST ads and ad preparation costs are billed to QST. Some of the overhead costs may be directly attributable to cost centers. No report on the level of attention-to-detail was provided with the labor breakdown estimates. The International costs include IARU, ITU, and some overseas convention costs. League operating costs might be better understood.if these were separated. League operation might be better understood if Programs and Services costs such as DXCC, contests, and W1AW, were separated. Governmental relations, such as lobbying, might be broken out. *This is a First Cut* Most direct costs appear to be currently collected and book-kept in a way that allows them to be easily sorted into project cost centers. Labor costs do not follow this as no project-related time charge system is in place. A spreadsheet is now in place that allows the per-member numbers to be computed by entering data from the Detailed Income Summary. Refinement of this and any continued use is dependent on board support for the idea. *Example Use* I use this data in talks to convention forums and clubs. The first thing I point out is that League membership is not simply a QST subscription. If you observe the per-member dues plus advertising income is $50 a year, and that QST costs slightly less than half of that, being a League member is much more. A two-way interchange of ideas with the audience often proceeds from there. *Any Board Support?* Comments are welcome. 73, Dick Norton, N6AA

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[arrl-odv:21993] Fw: [ps-com:1773] Centennial QSO Party web page is live
by Mike Lisenco N2YBB 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

At the request of Dave Patton, attached is his announcement of the Centennial QSO Party going live online. 73, Mike - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Mike Lisenco, N2YBB Director, Hudson Division ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio™ 917-865-3538 n2ybb(a)arrl.org From: Patton, David NN1N Sent: Friday, September 27, 2013 11:44 AM To: ARRL-100 list ; ps-com Cc: Keane, Michael, K1MK Subject: [ps-com:1773] Centennial QSO Party web page is live http://www.arrl.org/centennial-qso-party it lives in On the Air, and is linked to from the Centennial Page. Tu Magz. Dave -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________ ps-com mailing list ps-com(a)reflector.arrl.org http://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/ps-com

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[arrl-odv:21994] IN-News
by Kustosik, Lisa, KA1UFZ 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

IN-Newsletter Vol. 36, No. 37 September 25, 2013 -- Covers the period September 15-21. Upcoming Meetings and Events Executive Committee: October 5 @ 8:30am - Denver, CO Director/Vice Director Elections November 15 LoTW Study Committee November 15 @ 9:00am in Newington, CT Administration & Finance Committee November 16 @ 8:30am in Newington, CT Sales and Marketing Reported by Bob Inderbitzen, NQ1R A report was prepared for the upcoming Executive Committee Meeting with a listing of the elected Life Members since the last EC meeting-170 new Life Members. The first batch of personalized ARRL Centennial Edition Handbooks were ordered from the printer: 2,549 copies. Thanks to John Proctor (IT Department) for his help assembling the list from orders we have accumulated during the last 2 months. Those books will be fulfilled by mid-October. Jackie Ferreira is preparing a Handbook mailing to solicit additional orders for the book. We will continue to take orders for personalized books throughout the next months, or while supplies last. A handful of Centennial Convention activities are underway, including planning with an exhibit services company that will manage the decorating and other setup details at the convention center. Allison Barbieri has obtained competitive bids from a couple of bus companies, to help transport convention attendees from downtown Hartford to ARRL Headquarters for tours. Yvette Vinci has been compiling information to complete the annual Statement of Ownership, Management and Circulation for our annual periodicals: QST, QEX and NCJ. The statements are required by the US Postal Service. Summary of warehouse fulfillment activity (reported by Steve Capodicasa): Week of Packages fulfilled Member Premiums 9/16/2013 474 364 Membership & Volunteer Programs Reported by Dave Patton, NN1N DXCC Paper/Fieldcheck Processing Time 3 Weeks Logbook Processing Time 3-5 Business Days W1AW W1AW hosted a number of Section Managers over the weekend. Thanks to Steve Ewald and Chuck Skolaut for overseeing their activity. Joe processed regular QSL card requests. He also designed and built a keying circuit that will be used to eventually both power and key (the HV section) of Old Betsy. Field Organization/Public Service Team This year's Section Manager's Workshop, held here in Newington from September 20 to 22, was a success. Steve Ewald thanks all staff members who provided great support. Session presenters kept the conversations going, and the participating Section Managers reported that they learned a whole lot. Comments from attendees have been very positive. Our guests included Chris Brewer, N5GMJ (North Texas); Bob McCaffrey, KØCY (Iowa); George Forsyth, AA7GS (Montana); Jim Coleman, AI5B (Louisiana), with his wife, Brenda; Charlie Hardy, WV8CH (West Virginia) with his wife, Jane, WV8JH; Jim Mezey, W2KFV (New York City - Long Island); Monte Simpson, K2MLS (Western Washington); Robert Spencer, KE8DM (Arizona), with his wife, Helen, KA7VLV; Pete Stohrer, K1PJS (New Hampshire), with his wife, Deb; and Gary Sorensen, W9ULK (Wisconsin). Leona Adams reports that the Tennessee Section Manager election ballots and candidate statements have been mailed. Thanks from our mailroom staff, this mailing was completed ahead of the October 1 deadline. ARRL members in Tennessee have until November 15 to return their ballots. The open nomination period announcement for the International Humanitarian Award was prepared and distributed. Chuck Skolaut received reports about bad language and operating practices on 7.200 MHz. The regional OOC was alerted to have OOs check it out. Problems happening on a Western Massachusetts repeater were also being checked. The Santa Clara Valley OOC reported on some intermittent jamming happening on a local repeater, and an investigation continues. Questions received and answered this week included operating overseas, Technician Class privileges, and information about and receiving the OO reflector. Chuck also helped with planning for the Section Managers' Workshop. He assisted with transportation needs for the Section Managers and hosted their operating at W1AW. Sincerely Compiled by, Lisa Kustosik, KA1UFZ Assistant to the CEO Hamfest/Member Contact/ARRL Representative/Meetings/Vacations All Staff 11/28-11/29 Holiday Steve Capodicasa 11/25-11/27 PTO Joe Carcia 9/27 PTO `` 10/14 PTO Steve Ford 10/2 PTO Scott Gee 10/4-10/7 PTO `` 11/11 PTO Mike Gruber 9/30-10/4 PTO Dan Henderson 9/26-9/30 SEDCO/W4DXCC `` 10/11-10/13 Florida State Convention, Melbourne, FL `` 10/16-11/1 PTO `` 11/8-11/9 Hamjam, Atlanta, GA `` 11/14-11/17 Indiana State Convention, Ft. Wayne, IN Bob Inderbitzen 10/4 PTO Harold Kramer 9/27 EmCom East, Rochester, NY `` 10/2 Connecticut SM Cabinet Meeting, Meriden, CT Zack Lau 9/23-9/27 PTO Diane Petrilli 9/20-9/30 PTO Dave Sumner 9/20-9/28 IARU Region 2 Conference, Cancun, Mexico `` 10/4- Executive Committee Meeting `` 10-10-10/14 Washington Yvette Vinci 10/7 PTO Sincerely, Lisa Lisa Kustosik, KA1UFZ Assistant to the CEO / Meeting Planner ARRL--The National Association for Amateur Radio 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 Tel: 860-594-0245 --- Fax: 860-594-0259 email: lkustosik(a)arrl.org

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[arrl-odv:21992] HIPAA/HITECH
by James F. Boehner MD 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

Jim, I don't know if encryption is the true answer since it carries many other risks for the Amateur Radio Service. If used in certain circumstances, however, It may prove to at least show that we are respecting and showing some effort to keep health data secure. In the meantime, as long as there is not individually identifiable patient data sent via Amateur Radio, we should be at low risk, or at least under the radar. HIPAA has caused major heartburn among healthcare organizations. We have always tried to keep health data secure, but when government gets involved.well.. I shouldn't be saying this, because many years ago there was a medical practice in SC that actually sold health care records to a non-health care entity-I think a used car firm(!). Our medical board took immediate action and closed that loophole-but it is examples like those that probably caused HIPAA to be formed in the first place. '73 de JIM N2ZZ From: Jim Weaver K8JE [mailto:K8JE@ARRL.org] Sent: Thursday, September 26, 2013 9:49 PM To: 'James F. Boehner MD' Subject: RE: [arrl-odv:21991] HIPAA/HITECH Jim, I think you put your finger on the problem. We are dealing with a form of dichotomy. Technically/legally, HIPPA does not apply to Amateur Radio communications; however, much information that could be transmitted by hams could potentially cause problems (at least embarrassment) to the originator if it falls into the wrong person's hands. This leads me to a question: In your experience and opinion, to what degree would it be necessary to encrypt information so that most originators would likely feel comfortable sending all but the most sensitive information via Amateur Radio? For example, hams have a variety of digital modes available to our use. A couple of these are fast enough and in a format that supports sending stored files at relatively high speeds. Requests for materials as well as locations of people displaced in a disaster could be sent using such modes. Even though the codes used to encrypt these messages is published, very few people (including amateurs not involved in relief activities) would have ready access to receiving and decoding equipment and be able to read the messages. Do you think this form of "encryption" would be adequate to make you feel comfortable? Clearly, there is information that should not be sent via Amateur Radio as I see it, but in the few localities of which I am aware that seem to dismiss ham communications summarily, there also is a lot of info that could go through hams. Jim Jim Weaver, K8JE Director, Great Lakes Division 5065 Bethany Rd. Mason, OH 45040 Tel. 513-459-1661; e-mail K8JE(a)arrl.org ARRL: The reason Amateur Radio Is Members: The reason ARRL is _____ From: arrl-odv-bounces(a)reflector.arrl.org [mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org] On Behalf Of James F. Boehner MD Sent: 26 September, 2013 6:03 PM To: 'ARRL ODV' Subject: [arrl-odv:21991] HIPAA/HITECH I know this is old news, and our filing on the encryption issue has been acknowledged by the FCC. As the lone physician (or at least MD) on the board, I was uncomfortable with our perception that since Amateur Radio Operators are not a "covered entity", HIPPA did not specifically apply to our (Amateur Radio) communications, and security thereof. As a physician, I am responsible for all PHI (Protected Health Information) that I release, whether from my private practice or from the hospital. As our federal government is becoming more involved in overregulation and imposing large fines for seemingly harmless acts, medical entities seem to be leading the way in having new regulations imposed on them (My apologies to any bankers in the audience). The new kid on the block is the "Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health" (HITECH) Act. Here are a few paragraphs from Medical Economics Magazine: [HITECH: The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act supports the enforcement of HIPAA requirements by increasing the penalties for healthcare organizations that violate HIPAA privacy and security rules. The HITECH Act is in response to developments in health technology and the increased use, storage, and transmittal of electronic health information. The 2013 HITECH Final Rules, which went into effect March 26, 2013, impose significant new obligations on covered entities, business associates, and subcontractors. A "business associate" is a person or entity that performs certain functions or activities that involve the use or disclosure of protected health information on behalf of, or provides services to, a covered entity. The rules governing business associates take effect September 22, 2014. You need to ensure that independent contractors and/or agents who furnish services to your practice are aware of the requirements of the compliance program with respect to HIPAA and the protection of PHI.] The read on this seems to be related only to storage of medical data, transmission of that data and who has access. It does not appear to specify whether services are rendered voluntarily or for hire. Whether this has any relevance to amateur radio communications on behalf of the health care community, I am uncertain. I'm sure that Chris can weigh in on this issue. At the very least, this makes me very nervous. Healthcare providers are reminded daily that we are responsible and will be fined for any number of things that we do or don't do on a day to day basis. With decreasing reimbursements and increasing practice costs (particularly computer and IT costs), a private practice cannot keep up. So, we are targets. So, just food for thought. '73 de JIM N2ZZ _____ No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2014.0.4142 / Virus Database: 3604/6701 - Release Date: 09/26/13

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[arrl-odv:21991] HIPAA/HITECH
by James F. Boehner MD 26 Sep '13

26 Sep '13

I know this is old news, and our filing on the encryption issue has been acknowledged by the FCC. As the lone physician (or at least MD) on the board, I was uncomfortable with our perception that since Amateur Radio Operators are not a "covered entity", HIPPA did not specifically apply to our (Amateur Radio) communications, and security thereof. As a physician, I am responsible for all PHI (Protected Health Information) that I release, whether from my private practice or from the hospital. As our federal government is becoming more involved in overregulation and imposing large fines for seemingly harmless acts, medical entities seem to be leading the way in having new regulations imposed on them (My apologies to any bankers in the audience). The new kid on the block is the "Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health" (HITECH) Act. Here are a few paragraphs from Medical Economics Magazine: [HITECH: The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act supports the enforcement of HIPAA requirements by increasing the penalties for healthcare organizations that violate HIPAA privacy and security rules. The HITECH Act is in response to developments in health technology and the increased use, storage, and transmittal of electronic health information. The 2013 HITECH Final Rules, which went into effect March 26, 2013, impose significant new obligations on covered entities, business associates, and subcontractors. A "business associate" is a person or entity that performs certain functions or activities that involve the use or disclosure of protected health information on behalf of, or provides services to, a covered entity. The rules governing business associates take effect September 22, 2014. You need to ensure that independent contractors and/or agents who furnish services to your practice are aware of the requirements of the compliance program with respect to HIPAA and the protection of PHI.] The read on this seems to be related only to storage of medical data, transmission of that data and who has access. It does not appear to specify whether services are rendered voluntarily or for hire. Whether this has any relevance to amateur radio communications on behalf of the health care community, I am uncertain. I'm sure that Chris can weigh in on this issue. At the very least, this makes me very nervous. Healthcare providers are reminded daily that we are responsible and will be fined for any number of things that we do or don't do on a day to day basis. With decreasing reimbursements and increasing practice costs (particularly computer and IT costs), a private practice cannot keep up. So, we are targets. So, just food for thought. '73 de JIM N2ZZ

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[arrl-odv:21988] Wireless intercom
by Dr. David Woolweaver 26 Sep '13

26 Sep '13

I bet that you did not know a HT's real purpose. David, K5RAV http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/1346309542/IC_V82_VHF_Portable_Wireless_I…

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[arrl-odv:21987] Revised PowerPoint
by Kramer, Harold, WJ1B 24 Sep '13

24 Sep '13

Hi, Here is a newer version of the Centennial PowerPoint with a few revisions. Magdalena will also post this on the website. 73, Harold Harold Kramer, WJ1B Chief Operating Officer ARRL -the national association for Amateur Radio 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 (860) 594 -0220 www.arrl.org<http://www.arrl.org>

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[arrl-odv:21986] Centennial PowerPoing
by Kramer, Harold, WJ1B 20 Sep '13

20 Sep '13

Hi, Here's an updated version of the Centennial PowerPoint. I will also have Magdalena post it to the website for download. 73, Harold Harold Kramer, WJ1B Chief Operating Officer ARRL -the national association for Amateur Radio 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 (860) 594 -0220 www.arrl.org<http://www.arrl.org>

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[arrl-odv:21985] IN-News
by Kustosik, Lisa, KA1UFZ 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

IN-Newsletter Vol. 36, No. 36 September 18, 2013 -- Covers the period September 8-14. Upcoming Meetings and Events Section Managers' Workshop September 20-22 - ARRL HQ Executive Committee: October 5 @ 8:30am - Denver, CO Director/Vice Director Elections November 15 LoTW Study Committee November 15 @ 9:00am in Newington, CT Administration & Finance Committee November 16 @ 8:30am in Newington, CT Media & Public Relations Reported by Sean Kutzko, KX9X I worked closely to support and promote the Colorado ARES team in their support efforts on the drastic flooding in Colorado. I was also in constant communication with CO Section Manager Jack Ciaccia, WM0G, concerning their efforts in Boulder County. Sean generated press releases and made cold calls to news directors at the national level and in Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins and Greeley, CO. This resulted in coverage on NBC Nightly News, an in-depth article in the Denver Post, and promise of coverage on ABC. I continue to work on leads for extended coverage of Amateur Radio's support role in the Colorado flooding and has calls out to several media outlets, including National Public Radio. Myself, Editor Steve Ford and QST Managing Editor Becky Schoenfeld have agreed to meet on a monthly basis to unite the PR and Editorial departments and present a unified message throughout ARRL's media. Steve Ford and I agreed that I should take over the production and reading of ARRL Audio News. This will begin on September 20. I have asked ARRL Members to send in a short audio clip identifying themselves and their city/state, along with the tag, " and you're listening to ARRL Audio News." I have also received nearly two dozen audio tags since the initial request. PR has begun more active use of social media, posting several stories of interest from both ARRL and non-ARRL sources to the ARRL Facebook page and Twitter account. Traffic on our social media outlets is increasing slowly as a result, and I plan a radical increase in the role social media will play in PR efforts. I also worked on two articles for the December 2013 QST: the 2012 Field Day results and an article on the role of PIOs during emergencies. Allen Pitts continued work on the Centennial video and timeline projects. Lab Reported by Ed Hare, W1RFI Product Review Bob Allison tested a second unit of a modern HF transceiver. The original unit tested had higher than expected transmit IMD on one of the HF Amateur Bands. The manufacturer was notified and after more information was exchanged, a modification to the transmit filter board was made by the manufacturer and performance was greatly improved. This is another good example of ARRL Laboratory measurements assisting the manufacturer with the end results being an improved product. Testing continues of a small, travel type antenna tuner. QST Bob continues to assist Andy Buckler, K2OP, with the bandpass filter design for his homebrew, high gain RF power amplifier. This particular project will result in a fine article for QST and perhaps the Handbook since the amplifier uses the most modern components available. Web Mike Gruber helped Lori Kosior make some much needed updates and revisions to the RFI Web pages, specifically the automotive page. TIS Mike Gruber assisted a children's book author, Dori Butler, develop the story for an upcoming book. It is intended for kids ages 6-9 and will be number four in a series that will be published by Penguin next year and the year after. Dori said she wanted to write a fun story for kids but one that is also realistic should a ham read it. The book series involves kid detectives solving mysteries but always have a logical explanation. She didn't know any hams personally to ask so contacted the ARRL. Since Dori's questions involved RFI to consumer electronic devices, Debra Johnson referred her to me. Dori also commented that research for this book has renewed her interest in ham radio. Her father was a ham, and when she was 12, she could copy code at 13 wpm. She even has his old radio because she likes to listen to it. Despite her dad's encouragement, she never took the novice test because she was afraid of the theory. Mike provided contact information for a local club that offers classes in Amateur Radio. USTTI Bob Allison ordered receiver kits for the USTTI kit building class next month. Each year, the ARRL Laboratory teaches foreign radio administrators how to solder, use small hand tools and follow written instructions. While this class may seem intimidating at first, each student's confidence grows with every solder connection made. By the end of the class, each student understands the value Amateur Radio can add to their country as each Amateur is a skilled individual. Sales and Marketing Reported by Bob Inderbitzen, NQ1R A total of 3,670 calls were received by the Sales and Marketing Department in August. In August, we processed 18 paid-in-full Life Memberships and 13 Life Membership pledges. Payment reminders to members making quarterly Life Membership payments were mailed out on September 5. There are 315 members making payments toward Life Membership. Yvette Vinci prepared the email notification for the October 2013 digital edition of QST, distributed to ARRL members on Friday, September 13. The distribution list included 113,003 members. Pre-orders from individuals for the ARRL Centennial Edition Handbook have topped 2,500 copies. The first batch of commemorative hardcover editions, personalized with names and call signs, will be sent to the printer on Friday, September 20. Those books will be fulfilled by mid-October, though we will continue to take orders for personalized books throughout the next months, or while supplies last. A large membership campaign-the first since before summer-is beginning to reach mailboxes. Summary of warehouse fulfillment activity (reported by Steve Capodicasa): Week of Packages fulfilled Member Premiums 9/3/2013 613 285 9/9/2013 543 185 Membership & Volunteer Programs Reported by Dave Patton, NN1N DXCC Paper/Fieldcheck Processing Time 2 Weeks Logbook Processing Time 3-5 Business Days W1AW Joe processed two Qualifying Run certificates. He also processed regular QSL card requests. Joe began repairing HPM's rotary spark-gap transmitter - Old Betsy - for it to be functional during the ARRL Centennial celebration. He also worked the early afternoon/night shift on Friday for the vacationing Scott Gee. Field Organization/Public Service Team Leona Adams received a nominating petition for Randall Smith, KI4OAS, of Gadsden, Tennessee, to run for Section Manager for the next term of office beginning January 1. Now that the September 6 deadline for nominating petitions has passed, Tennessee will have the only Section Manager election this fall. Randall Smith, KI4OAS, and incumbent Tennessee Section Manager Keith Miller, N9DGK, are the candidates. Western Massachusetts Section Manager Ed Emco, W1KT, was also nominated to run for a new term of office this past week. Since he was the only nominee, Ed will begin a new term of office on January 1. The following incumbent Section Managers have previously submitted their nominating petitions and they, too, were the only nominees in their respective sections. They will also begin new terms of office on January 1. David Drummond, W4MD, Alabama; Jim Larsen, AL7FS, Alaska; Jim Latham, AF6AQ, East Bay; Ron Cowan, KBØDTI, Kansas; Larry Camp, WB8R, Michigan; Bill Kauffman, W5YEJ, New Mexico; Robert Griffin, K6YR, Santa Barbara. There were no nominees received from Delaware. Section Manager candidates in Delaware will be solicited again starting in January QST. Radio amateurs from Ohio and Michigan completed requirements to become Official Observers this past week. Chuck Skolaut received a report of an apparently uncertified power amplifier for the medical field being sold that operates very close to Amateur Radio frequencies. The information was forwarded to the FCC. Chuck also received an updated report on the status of AM signals being monitored on 3875 kHz. An intruder reported on 14321 kHz was forwarded to our Intruder Watch monitors. The report of a disgraceful email sent by someone claiming to be an OO was investigated and has been resolved. Sincerely Compiled by, Lisa Kustosik, KA1UFZ Assistant to the CEO Hamfest/Member Contact/ARRL Representative/Meetings/Vacations All Staff 11/28-11/29 Holiday Steve Capodicasa 11/25-11/27 PTO Joe Carcia 9/27 PTO `` 10/14 PTO Scott Gee 10/4-10/7 PTO `` 11/11 PTO Mike Gruber 9/30-10/4 PTO Harold Kramer 9/23 PTO Zack Lau 9/23-9/27 PTO Diane Petrilli 9/20-9/30 PTO Dave Sumner 9/20-9/28 IARU Region 2 Conference, Cancun, Mexico

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[arrl-odv:21983] Re: RM-11699 Dismissed
by dick＠pobox.com 19 Sep '13

19 Sep '13

18 SEP 2013 - 1651 CDT I am happy to see the dismissal of RM-11699 by the FCC. I'm also a bit surprised the FCC agreed with and quoted some of our comments. Does this portend a return to reality by the FCC when it deals with the Amateur Radio Service? I would like to see this change happen, but I doubt if it will happen during my remaining years. - Dick, W9GIG

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