May 2014 - arrl-odv - reflector.arrl.org

[arrl-odv:22699] Re: Agenda of special meeting of the Board
by Kay Craigie 22 May '14

22 May '14

Mike, Vice Directors are not participating in this meeting. For several weeks, Directors, volunteer Officers, Dave, and Chris have been working on a very sensitive and confidential issue. Directors chose to move the e-mail discussion off the OD/ODV reflectors, so Vice Directors and Staff Officers except for Dave have not been copied on the correspondence. I don't know whether Directors will decide this evening to deal with the matter on the record or in a Committee of the Whole. Either way, I hope they will agree to discuss the issue and its background with their Vice Directors once things have been brought to a close, but that will be for them to decide. 73 - Kay N3KN

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[arrl-odv:22684] Red Badges On The Air
by Sumner, Dave, K1ZZ 22 May '14

22 May '14

Sunday, June 1 will be the first round of "Red Badges On The Air," a day when HQ is encouraging any ARRL officer, elected official, HQ staff or HQ volunteer to get on the air and hand out points in the Centennial QSO Party. The event will run from 0000 UTC through 2359 UTC (Saturday evening through Sunday evening local time). Operate as much or as little as you like, on whatever bands you enjoy. Call "CQ Centennial QSO Party" on phone, "CQ CENT" on CW or digital modes. The Centennial QSO Party is a runaway success; members are overwhelmingly enthusiastic about this ARRL operating event and activity on the bands has noticeably increased as a result. As people with red badges have high point values in the Centennial QSO Party, getting on the air June 1 and working our members will improve their scores in our event (as well as yours) and give more visibility to your ARRL department, division or section. If you are not able to participate on June 1, we are planning on holding this event at least one other day this year. We encourage everybody to participate in the Centennial QSO Party as much as possible, not just on this day. We hope to hear you on the bands on Sunday, June 1. If you need more info on the Centennial QSO Party, visit http://www.arrl.org/centennial-qso-party 73, Sean Kutzko, KX9X Media and Public Relations Manager ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio 225 Main St. Newington, CT 06111 860-594-0328 skutzko(a)arrl.org<mailto:skutzko@arrl.org> Web: www.arrl.org<http://www.arrl.org> www.twitter.com/arrl_pr<http://www.twitter.com/arrl_pr> #ARRL2014

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[arrl-odv:22443] Re: Fwd: for ARRL Board and Section Managers: ARRL Centennial QSL cards
by Bill Edgar 22 May '14

22 May '14

Harold, Since the board is able to put qsl cards on their division budgets, how can we do that with these anniversary qsl cards. These designs are truly outstanding! Thanks. Bill -------- Original message -------- From: "Kramer, Harold, WJ1B" <wj1b(a)arrl.org> Date:02/14/2014 7:35 PM (GMT-05:00) To: arrl-odv <arrl-odv(a)arrl.org> Cc: "Inderbitzen, Bob, NQ1R" <rinderbitzen(a)arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:22442] Fwd: for ARRL Board and Section Managers: ARRL Centennial QSL cards From Bob Inderbitzen to ARRL ODV (Also sent to SMs) Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: "Inderbitzen, Bob, NQ1R" <rinderbitzen(a)arrl.org> Date: February 14, 2014 at 3:23:15 PM We’re pleased to introduce this very special offering: ARRL Centennial QSL cards. Members can select from 3 different QSL card designs (3 card “fronts” and 3 “backs”), and customize the cards with call sign and station info. The cards can be ordered for as low as 15 cents/card per 1,000 cards. Smaller (and larger) quantities are available for ordering. The cards are promoted in March QST, page 12. ARRL members may visit the following page for instructions: http://www.arrl.org/shop/ARRL-Member-Centennial-QSL-Cards ARRL Board members and Section Managers can receive a discount of 20% (ARRL’s profit margin) by using the following discount code when placing an online order for QSL cards. On the payment page, fill out your payment information; then click “View/Enter Discounts.” In the pop-up window, enter the Discount Code next to the item, then click “Submit.” Discount Code: ARRL2014 (valid through March 31, 2014). Please do not share this discount code with anyone. Please Note: QSL Card orders will be processed on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. Cards ordered by those dates will print and ship within 5 business days following the processing date. Delivery time will vary based on order shipment destination. This service is provided by AGS in partnership with ARRL. For technical support and shipping inquiries, please call AGS: 301.870.0474 73 Bob NQ1R

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[arrl-odv:22697] Public Service Communications Terminology
by Kramer, Harold, WJ1B 22 May '14

22 May '14

Both Mike Corey and I have received questions about the June 2014 QST Public Service column that Mike wrote. We have been using the term "Public Service Communications" in QST and other publications for a couple of years now and, it appears that no one took close notice. Perhaps, it would have been better to let this sleeping dog lie, but all we set out to do was to clarify the terminology. As explained below, we are not changing any policies, renaming any programs or modifying any Field Organization titles. QST has a very engaged readership - this a good thing - and they let their voices be heard. As QST Publisher, I am sorry if we created any confusion. I asked Mike to clarify some of the points in the article and his response is below: 73, Harold ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- >From Mike Corey Based on the e-mails I have received regarding the June 2014 QST Public Service Column, I believe there may be some misunderstandings among the membership and the ARRL Field Organization concerning the message I was attempting to communicate. I would like to address some of these issues in the hope that it will clarify the matter. The ARRL Continues to Support Emergency Communications The ARRL continues to support emergency communications through its involvement in the National Public Safety Telecommunications Council and relationships with multiple partners such as Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO), The International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM), National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD), FEMA, the Red Cross, and others. The ARRL has also supported, and will continue to support, ARES. As mentioned in the article, this does not indicate a change to the name of the program, or to field organization titles. The ARRL Emergency Preparedness Program will continue to seek ways to provide tools and resources to ARES members and leadership and to make sure ARES has a strong national voice. ARRL Recognizes Multiple facets of Amateur Radio Response For many years we have considered "public service events" to mean parades, marathons, races and other community events where amateurs provide communications support. Activities not considered public service were typically defined as "emergency communications." Arguably, this loose definition of "emergency communications" has created sharp divides in the Amateur Radio community. These divides do nothing to help us and much to hurt us. According to the definition established by FEMA, an emergency is defined as an immediate threat to life and property. It is a term that should not be taken lightly. Instead, we should apply more appropriate terminology to the activities we conduct... These terms are: Community Event Communications: These are what we have traditionally referred to as "public service" and may consist of Amateur Radio support for parades, marathons and so on. Disaster Communications: Amateur operations in support of communications in disaster situations, although not in direct response to an imminent threat to life or property. An Amateur Radio response to a disaster is not the same as our response to an emergency. The same can be said for the response by emergency management, public safety, and VOADs. Emergency Communications: Emergency communications are still a key service of Amateur Radio. There is no doubt that Amateur Radio operators provide critical communications when lives and property are at immediate risk (an amateur coming upon the scene of a car accident, for example). Additionally, amateurs provide support to the three components of emergency communications: public safety answering points (911), the emergency alert system and broadcast media. Public Service Communications is the umbrella term that includes all three of these Amateur Radio activities. It does not value one activity above another. In fact, each activity is a necessary component of the service we provide to our communities, state, and nation. Taken as a whole, Public Service Communications defines the "face" we present to the non-ham world. By using precise, accurate terminology, we better illustrate the diversity of Amateur Radio activities in service to the public and various agencies. Not all communication needs are equal, but we let it be known that amateurs train and prepare for whatever need may arise. ARRL is Committed to ARES and the Mission is Still the Same The ARRL is committed to ARES and its mission. The "new Public Service direction" mentioned in the article is a reference to how we will use accurate terminology, going forward, to better define our mission to the public and served agencies. There is no change in policy or mission for ARES. We recognize the value of our field organization leadership in coordinating the ARES response at all levels and building the relationships with partners for the good of their communities. ARRL Recognizes What our Partners Recognize: Not All Responses are Equal The shift in terminology as it applies to Amateur Radio activities was not mandated by anyone outside the ARRL. Other organizations have long understood the difference between disasters and emergencies. This update in how we use these terms simply acknowledges a changing landscape, including language. The ARRL Emergency Preparedness Program and ARES will continue to support all the work amateurs are doing to serve their communities. Our commitment is to continue to provide the tools, resources, and information to amateurs so they are better prepared to answer the call when needed. Diversity of communication skills has long been a hallmark of the Amateur Radio Service and it should be most apparent in the services we provide to those who entrust us with the spectrum we use. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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:22696] Agenda of special meeting of the Board
by Sumner, Dave, K1ZZ 21 May '14

21 May '14

Directors and volunteer officers will be meeting by webinar tomorrow evening. In accordance with Standing Order 10-1.57 the following agenda will be posted on the website and distributed to those members who have signed up for the distribution. David Sumner, K1ZZ Secretary AGENDA Special Meeting ARRL Board of Directors By Webinar 9:00 PM EDT Thursday, May 22, 2014 1. Roll call and announcement that the meeting is being recorded 2. Consideration of the agenda for the meeting 3. Explanation of procedures for the conduct of the meeting 4. Review of a recent decision of the Ethics and Elections Committee with regard to the application of the conflict of interest policy 5. Adjournment

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[arrl-odv:22693] Re: SM election results
by Bill Edgar 21 May '14

21 May '14

Dave, Thanks for the info. How were the voting numbers historically for these sections, do we have that info? Bill -------- Original message -------- From: "Sumner, Dave,  K1ZZ" <dsumner(a)arrl.org> Date:05/20/2014 4:51 PM (GMT-05:00) To: arrl-odv <arrl-odv(a)arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:22685] SM election results Because of the Board’s involvement on the question of sending an email reminder to members in the sections in which SM elections were just conducted I thought you all might be interested in the results. 73, Dave K1ZZ In the Indiana Section election: Joseph Lawrence, K9RFZ, received 652 votes. Lou Everett, Sr. WA5LOU (incumbent), received 482 votes. Joseph Lawrence, K9RFZ, of Fort Wayne, has been declared elected. His term of office begins July 1. ================================== In the Maine Section election: Bill Crowley, K1NIT, received 258 votes. William Woodhead, N1KAT (incumbent) received 156 votes. Bill Crowley, K1NIT, of Farmingdale, has been declared elected. His term of office begins July 1. ===================================== In the Northern Florida Section election: Stephen Szabo, WB4OMM, received 833 votes Gary Alberstadt, KA3FZO, received 296 votes Stephen Szabo, WB4OMM, of Port Orange, has been declared elected. His term of office begins July 1. Out-going Section Manager Paul Eakin, KJ4G, did not seek another term of office. =================================== In the Delaware Section election: Bill Duveneck, KB3KYH, received 142 votes. Jerome Palmer, N3KRX, received 122 votes. Bill Duveneck, KB3KYH, of Milton, has been declared elected. His term of office begins July 1. Bill’s term of office will be 18 months since the nominations for this election were submitted during a re-solicitation period. Incumbent Section Manager Frank Filipkowski, AD3M, decided not to run for a new term of office. ===================================

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[arrl-odv:22689] Membership Totals Webpage
by Doug Rehman 21 May '14

21 May '14

Looking at http://www.arrl.org/membership-stats, some Divisions show one or two members under a “Foreign” Section. What results in the person being listed under a Division as “Foreign” as opposed to the “Foreign” category found between Delta and Great Lakes Divisions? Also, why is there one “South Texas” member listed in the Southeastern Division? Thanks, Doug K4AC

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[arrl-odv:22685] SM election results
by Sumner, Dave, K1ZZ 20 May '14

20 May '14

Because of the Board's involvement on the question of sending an email reminder to members in the sections in which SM elections were just conducted I thought you all might be interested in the results. 73, Dave K1ZZ In the Indiana Section election: Joseph Lawrence, K9RFZ, received 652 votes. Lou Everett, Sr. WA5LOU (incumbent), received 482 votes. Joseph Lawrence, K9RFZ, of Fort Wayne, has been declared elected. His term of office begins July 1. ================================== In the Maine Section election: Bill Crowley, K1NIT, received 258 votes. William Woodhead, N1KAT (incumbent) received 156 votes. Bill Crowley, K1NIT, of Farmingdale, has been declared elected. His term of office begins July 1. ===================================== In the Northern Florida Section election: Stephen Szabo, WB4OMM, received 833 votes Gary Alberstadt, KA3FZO, received 296 votes Stephen Szabo, WB4OMM, of Port Orange, has been declared elected. His term of office begins July 1. Out-going Section Manager Paul Eakin, KJ4G, did not seek another term of office. =================================== In the Delaware Section election: Bill Duveneck, KB3KYH, received 142 votes. Jerome Palmer, N3KRX, received 122 votes. Bill Duveneck, KB3KYH, of Milton, has been declared elected. His term of office begins July 1. Bill's term of office will be 18 months since the nominations for this election were submitted during a re-solicitation period. Incumbent Section Manager Frank Filipkowski, AD3M, decided not to run for a new term of office. ===================================

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[arrl-odv:22683] FW: Congratulations on 100th Anniversary
by Kay Craigie 19 May '14

19 May '14

The following message was received from the President of the IARU member society in El Salvador. President Jose’ Arturo Molina is also the secretary of IARU Region 2. My acknowledgement appears after the message. 73 – Kay N3KN From: José Arturo Molina [mailto:josearturomolina@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, May 18, 2014 8:57 PM To: n3kn(a)arrl.org; IARU-R2 ESTADOS UNIDOS Cc: cras_elsalvador(a)yahoo.com Subject: Congratulations on 100th Anniversary From: CLUB DE RADIOAFICIONADOS DE EL SALVADOR San Salvador, El Salvador cras_elsalvador(a)yahoo.com To: ARRL Headquarters Kay Craigie, N3KN, President On this 100th Anniversary, CRAS and YS hams are happy to congratulate ARRL and K/W colleagues on this very important date! The support you provide to your members, American amateurs and colleagues of the world has been felt and appreciated throughout this time, and we hope that ARRL continues playing this part for all our sakes. Hopefully, we'll be able to join you for the celebrations in July. Happy Birthday ARRL !!! 73, José Arturo Molina, YS1MS President, Club de Radio Aficionados de El Salvador Secretary, International Amateur Radio Union, Region 2 On behalf of the ARRL, I thank you sincerely for the kind message of congratulations from CRAS on our 100th anniversary. The ARRL is fortunate to enjoy the friendship of CRAS and other member societies of Region 2. Working together, our societies have been able to advocate effectively for amateur radio in the past, and the ARRL is certain that such cooperation in the future will continue to benefit amateur radio in Region 2 and throughout the world. Please give my best regards to the officials and members of CRAS. ¡Adelante la radioafición! 73, Kay N3KN

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[arrl-odv:22682] FCC dismisses Lockheed Martin Petition for Rule Making RM-11651
by Chris Imlay 14 May '14

14 May '14

Just now, I received a call from Aamer Zain in the FCC's Office of Engineering and Technology. He was calling to let me know that a Petition for Rule Making that was filed October 11, 2011, which ARRL had vigorously opposed, was being dismissed without prejudice by the Commission today. A copy of the FCC's dismissal letter is attached. The reason it was dismissed without prejudice is that Lockheed Martin asked that it be dismissed on May 6, 2014. You may recall that the petition was actually filed by Lockheed Martin on behalf of a subsidiary that it had acquired, Savi Technology, an old enemy of ARRL's. Savi had for years sold RFID tags to the military. They developed smart tags for tracking shipping containers with data that included details about the contents of containers. In 2004, Savi persuaded FCC (in the aftermath of 9/11) to essentially gut the periodic radiator rules of Part 15 and to permit high-power, near-continuous duty RFID tags in the 433 MHz band (433.5-435.5 MHz). FCC in 2004 threw us a bone and limited the deployment of these devices to "commercial and industrial areas" only and allowed their use only for tracking "commercial shipping containers." Apparently, Savi wasn't able to sell many of these devices with those limitations in place. Savi was acquired by Lockheed Martin in 2006 and Lockheed filed the instant Petition as a shill for Savi in 2011. The petition asked: 1. To expand the frequency range for these RFID devices to 433.05-434.79 MHz. 2. To require listen-before-transmit protocols to avoid interference to Amateur Radio. 3. To eliminate a manufacturer registration requirement. 4. To delete the limitation of the deployment of the devices to commercial or industrial areas and the limit on the application of the device to commercial shipping containers. We filed strong comments in opposition to this Petition in January of 2012. We got some pushback from Lockheed in a reply comment, but there was other opposition from other part 15 manufacturers to any expansion of this high-power application. Lockheed sold Savi in 2012. We predicted that Lockheed's interest in pursuing this Petition would wane thereafter and in fact it did, though it took a long time to get to that point. It was likely that Lockheed was told by FCC to dismiss this or else FCC would do it themselves. Nothing else explains the timing of this request by Lockheed and the FCC's lightning-quick dismissal of the petition thereafter. But there are other explanations. Anyway, case closed, Amateur spectrum not further polluted, and since Savi can't make the product sell, apparently, all is well that ends well. 73, Chris W3KD Christopher D. Imlay Booth, Freret & Imlay, LLC 14356 Cape May Road Silver Spring, Maryland 20904-6011 (301) 384-5525 telephone (301) 384-6384 facsimile W3KD(a)ARRL.ORG

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