November 2016 - arrl-odv - reflector.arrl.org

[arrl-odv:25933] Regarding a question about S.253
by Mike Lisenco N2YBB 16 Nov '16

16 Nov '16

Good Evening - As of 5 pm this evening nearly 25,000 new emails were generated by yesterday’s mailing to the membership. Tom Frenaye raised a question regarding S.253 and the lack of knowledge of this particular bill amongst the Board and the membership. I thought I’d bring this to the Board as there may be others who are also confused. I informed the Board on October 3rd as to the fact that S.253 was a new omnibus package which included H.R. 1301 in its entirety. As I mentioned, the bill now has two paths it could take to get to passage, assuming any business gets done in the lame duck session (given how much more nasty the politics have become over the past month). Why a complete explanation of S.253 was not made to the general membership is simply this; the route is very confusing and when you research the bill it looks like it has already passed the Senate when it has not. The original S.253,which was a different act with different cosponsors, was passed in the Senate and sent to the House for consideration. The House Commerce Committee stripped out the Senate bill, completely amended it, passed it, and sent it back to the Senate for their consideration. If you go to Congress.gov and search for S.253 you’ll find that it passed both Houses and is awaiting Presidential approval. Of course, nothing can be further from the real status of the bill. Since H.R. 1301 is still the path the bill is actively taking, it makes more sense to deal with that. This is not an elitist viewpoint, simply a pragmatic one. The reason the Senate nomenclature is mentioned in the new email is simply because it is addressed to the Senate and they can choose either path. I hope this is a satisfactory answer to the question. Feel free to contact me with any questions. 73 de Mike N2YBB P.S. – Besides Tom’s question on this topic, I am not aware of any other inquiries about the two different titles. Please let me know if you have. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Mike Lisenco, N2YBB Director, Hudson Division Chairman, ad hoc Legislative Advocacy Committee ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio™ 917-865-3538 n2ybb(a)arrl.org

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[arrl-odv:25929] Vote Talley Minutes October 5, 2016 teleconference meeting
by Henderson, Dan N1ND 16 Nov '16

16 Nov '16

Rick The vote totals for approval of the minutes from the October 5, 2016 special meeting via teleconference are 13-0 in favor, with not votes from Directors Rehman or Norton being received. 73 Dan Henderson, N1ND Assistant Secretary - American Radio Relay League, Inc. Regulatory Information Manager ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio 860-594-0236 dhenderson(a)arrl.org<mailto:dhenderson@arrl.org>

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[arrl-odv:25925] Weekend Work at HQ
by Shelley, Barry, N1VXY 16 Nov '16

16 Nov '16

Good Afternoon: This Saturday, November 19th, we will be completing a capital project approved in the 2016 Plan, the upgrade of the back-up generator which would support roughly half our computer infrastructure and the phone system in a power outage. This was necessary because of the addition of equipment in the MDF closet where all the equipment currently resides. There should be no interruption of power to the building or any of our systems during the replacement which is expected to take most of the day to complete. Staff will be on-site to supervise the vendor and deal with any issues that might arise. 73, Barry J. Shelley, N1VXY Chief Financial Officer ARRL, Inc. The National Association for Amateur Radio (860) 594-0212 www.arrl.org

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[arrl-odv:25927] Round 2
by Mike Lisenco N2YBB 15 Nov '16

15 Nov '16

Good Evening ODV - The second round of Senate emails began this afternoon with the reopening of the RallyCongress app and the email from President Roderick to the membership. Please follow up this Friday with an email blast to your Division asking your members to write to their Senators using the link: https://arrl.rallycongress.net/ctas/urge-us-senate-to-pass-amateur-radio-pa… You can use Rick’s email as a template, write your own, or ask me to help you. Thank you for your continuing help and support. 73 de Mike N2YBB - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Mike Lisenco, N2YBB Director, Hudson Division Chairman, ad hoc Legislative Advocacy Committee ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio™ 917-865-3538 n2ybb(a)arrl.org

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[arrl-odv:25911] Minutes of the October 22, 2016 EC Meeting
by Henderson, Dan N1ND 15 Nov '16

15 Nov '16

Attached please find the approved minutes for the ARRL Executive Committee meeting held October 22, 2016 in Chicago. They will be posted to the web later this morning. Please also accept my apology in the delay, as a death in the family prevented me from getting these finished, vetted and approved in a more timely manner. 73 Dan Henderson, N1ND Assistant Secretary - American Radio Relay League, Inc. Regulatory Information Manager ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio 860-594-0236 dhenderson(a)arrl.org<mailto:dhenderson@arrl.org>

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[arrl-odv:25912] Call for votes on Special Board Meeting teleconference October 5, 2016 minutes
by Henderson, Dan N1ND 15 Nov '16

15 Nov '16

Attached are the final minutes of the special Board Meeting held October 5, 2016 by teleconference for vote. Please respond to ODV to record your votes on the minutes as attached. Dan Henderson, N1ND Assistant Secretary - American Radio Relay League, Inc. Regulatory Information Manager ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio 860-594-0236 dhenderson(a)arrl.org<mailto:dhenderson@arrl.org>

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[arrl-odv:25920] Call for votes on Special Board Meeting teleconference October 5, 2016 minutes
by James F. Boehner MD 15 Nov '16

15 Nov '16

I vote AYE. '73 de JIM N2ZZ Director - Roanoke Division Serving ARRL members in the Virginia, West Virginia, South Carolina and North Carolina sections ARRL - The National Association for Amateur RadioT From: arrl-odv [mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org] On Behalf Of Henderson, Dan N1ND Sent: Monday, November 14, 2016 3:20 PM To: arrl-odv Subject: [arrl-odv:25912] Call for votes on Special Board Meeting teleconference October 5, 2016 minutes Attached are the final minutes of the special Board Meeting held October 5, 2016 by teleconference for vote. Please respond to ODV to record your votes on the minutes as attached. Dan Henderson, N1ND Assistant Secretary - American Radio Relay League, Inc. Regulatory Information Manager ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio 860-594-0236 <mailto:dhenderson@arrl.org> dhenderson(a)arrl.org

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[arrl-odv:25918] Special Board Meeting teleconference October 5, 2016 minutes
by Dr. David Woolweaver 15 Nov '16

15 Nov '16

I approve David

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[arrl-odv:25910] Tod Olson SK
by k5ur＠aol.com 12 Nov '16

12 Nov '16

I have some sad news to pass along. ARRL Honorary Vice President Tod Olson, K0TO, died this morning. I worked with Tod years ago when he was on the Board. A highly respected individual. He was a Section Manager, Vice Director, Director, and International Affairs Vice President. R.I.P. OM. 73 Rick - K5UR ...

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[arrl-odv:25909] IN-Newsletter November 11, 2016
by Pereira, Carla 11 Nov '16

11 Nov '16

[ARRL logo-and-logotype black gold vertical] IN-Newsletter Vol. 41, No. 40 November 11, 2016 Covers the period October 28 - November 11, 2016 Upcoming In-Person Meetings and Events LoTW Study Committee November 11, 2016 @ 10:00am in Newington, CT Administration & Finance Committee November 12, 2016 @ 8:30am in Newington, CT Indiana Section Convention November 12 - 13, 2016 @ Ft Wayne, IN ARISS Annual Meeting November 15 - 18, 2016 @ Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX West Central Florida Section Convention December 09 - 10, 2016 @ Tampa, FL Board Meeting, Semi-Annual January 20 - 21, 2017 @ 8:00am in Windsor, CT Chief Executive Office Reported by Tom Gallagher, NY2RF Tom Gallagher made a presentation to the Newington Business Advisory Council, hosted by State Representative Gary Byron. This group of business owners meet monthly to go over state business policy, and each month a different local business leader is invited to speak. Tom spoke to this group about the ARRL, some of whom were learning about the organization for the first time. He received an enthusiastic response. This appearance is another step in ARRL's efforts for community outreach in the Hartford area. Development Reported by Lauren Clarke, KB1YDD The Temple Amateur Radio Club in Temple, Texas, recently contributed $1,000 to the Spectrum Defense Fund. TARC has been a generous contributor to ARRL since 2007. With this donation, we are pleased to welcome TARC as a Maxim Society member. The Fall Spectrum Defense mailing, being sent to 60,000 members, was dropped this week. Education Reported by Debra Johnson, K1DMJ We are preparing for the ARISS International 20th Anniversary celebration when it holds its annual meeting at Johnson Space Center in Houston on November 15-18. The meeting agenda includes presentations and discussions on Hardware Development, Education, and Sustainability and Funding. Field Services & Radiosport Reported by Dave Patton, NN1N DXCC Paper/Fieldcheck Processing Time 2 Weeks Logbook Processing Time 1-2 Days Field Organization Orange Section Manager Carl Gardenias, WU6D, of Perris, California, has been nominated to run for a new term of office that begins in April of 2017. Leona Adams also reports that Paul Cowley, KB7VML, of Ames, Iowa, has been nominated to run for the office of Section Manager in Iowa. The nomination deadline for both of these elections, among others in this cycle, is Friday, December 9, 2016. Maryland-DC Section Manager Mary Pittinger, KB3MXM, worked with Headquarters staff members to prepare for his presentation at a Mini Makers Faire at his local Barnes & Noble bookstore in Pikesville on November 5 and 6. During his presentation, Marty planned to cover topics related to Amateur Radio and basic electronics/electricity. Barnes & Noble partnered with the Baltimore County school system to promote this event. Lab Reported by Ed Hare, W1RFI Product Review Bob Allison is testing an HF, 5 Watt software defined transceiver. Bob also has several other transceivers and accessories to test that have been purchased for QST Product review, so please look for Bob in the screen room as he will not be in his office most of the time. Radio Frequency Interference Mike Gruber reviewed the 2017 Handbook chapter on RFI for the upcoming 2018 revision for Ward Silver. Mike Gruber reviewed the changes in p1897 from the last Working Group meeting and started updates for the next draft. Travel Bob Allison traveled to Montgomeryville, PA to speak at the Warminster Amateur Radio Club. The topic was Transceiver Performance Testing and the QST Product Review Process. Approximately 100 people attended. Bob received a call from a Radio Amateur wishing to donate a vintage transmitter. It just so happens that the donor lived very close to Montgomeryville, PA. Bob came back with a World Radio Laboratories Globe Champ, a 350 Watt power input CW/AM transmitter from 1960 that is in very good condition, suitable for display. Production/Editorial Reported by Becky Schoenfeld, W1BXY Digital Media Alli has been working with production to put together a how-to guide for members for the transition from digital QST's to the PageSuite platform. They have received demo Android and iOS apps and are working with PageSuite to improve their functions for our members. Sales and Marketing Reported by Bob Inderbitzen, NQ1R Jackie Ferreira reports that some email promotions featuring publications and products are being prepared for the Thanksgiving holiday, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. A flyer promoting the 2017 ARRL Handbook is being prepared for mailing to a targeted list of previous-edition purchasers, members, and customers. ARRL has received payment of $8,615 for commissions earned on new and renewal subscriptions of RFinder made during the third quarter. Year to date commissions are $16,557. ARRL established an agreement with RFinder, creator of a web and app-based directory of Amateur Radio repeaters, in February to be our preferred online resource of repeater frequencies. Sean Kutzko shot some short video segments with Bob Inderbitzen to help produce a 30-second video promotion for The ARRL Handbook, intended to be used on our social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.). ARRL earned $3,404 in October for the ARRL Visa Card program; year to date $38,844 ($35,913 Jan-Oct 2015). Program details have been updated at www.arrl.org/visa<http://www.arrl.org/visa>, which describes the ARRL Visa Signature Card (a no annual fee credit card). US Bank is the creditor and issuer of the credit card, which was introduced to ARRL members in 2005. ARRL has received a $1,620 donation from the AmazonSmile Foundation for program activity between July 1 and September 31, 2016 (Q2/2016 $1,485; Q1/2016 $1,474; Y2015 $4,724; Y2014 $1,913). The foundation donates 0.5% of the purchase price of eligible AmazonSmile items to ARRL-from purchases made by members and friends who have selected American Radio Relay League (ARRL) as their charity of choice. More information is available at http://www.arrl.org/Amazon. We encourage member participation in AmazonSmile through e-mailings, ARRL's Facebook page, ARRL News, and e-newsletters. Hamfest/Member Contact/ARRL Representative/Meetings/Vacations Leona Adams 11/11 PTO " 11/18 PTO Bob Allison 12/26 - 12/30 PTO Shelly Bloom 11/11 PTO " 11/14 - 11/15 PTO " 11/28 - 12/02 PTO Lauren Clarke 11/22 - 11/23 PTO Steve Ewald 11/28 - 12/06 PTO Jackie Ferreira 11/11 PTO " 12/27 - 12/30 PTO Steve Ford 11/11 PTO Norm Fusaro 11/28 - 12/02 PTO " 12/22 - 12/27 PTO Tom Gallagher 11/18 PTO " 12/04 Fairlawn ARC 60th " 12/08 Meeting with Joe Taylor and Craig Fugate, Princeton University, NJ Meriden ARC Christmas Party (as guest of Edward Snyder, MD of Yale's W1YU) Dan Henderson 11/10 - 11/13 Indiana Section Convention, Ft Wayne, IN Gail Iannone 10/07 - 01/09 Sick Leave Debra Johnson 11/14 - 11/19 ARISS Annual Meeting, Johnson Space Center, Houston " 11/23 PTO Sean Kutzko 12/08 - 12/12 West Central Florida Section Convention, Tampa, FL Diane Petrilli 11/18 PTO Sincerely Compiled by, Carla Pereira, Assistant to CEO

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