January 2018 - arrl-odv - reflector.arrl.org

[arrl-odv:26965] Thank You de N5ZGT
by Brian Mileshosky 22 Jan '18

22 Jan '18

All — Before my accesses to ODV and other reflectors are removed, I wanted to slip in a final note of thanks for the honor and privilege of serving ARRL, its tireless staff, its members, and the greater amateur radio community alongside each of you over the past 13 years. I greatly value the many trust-based relationships and friendships built along the way. Falling back into the rank-and-file will take some getting used to, but I’m excited to continue being an unrelenting supporter and advocate of the League while there. Looking forward to running into you on the air, at hamfests, perhaps via a special project here and there, and — further down the road, after tending to kiddos and work — back in the board room. 73, Brian N5ZGT

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[arrl-odv:26962] Comment from the peanut gallery
by Arthur I. Zygielbaum 22 Jan '18

22 Jan '18

That was a class act. I could not be prouder of being part of the Board. The correct responsiveness to member concerns, the setting aside of personal issues for the good of the organization, and the intellect shown in arriving at an interim solution were outstanding. Safe travels and see you in a few months. 73, Art -- Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ ARRL Midwest Division Vice Director

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[arrl-odv:26969] Some transparency
by Mike Lisenco N2YBB 22 Jan '18

22 Jan '18

Hello Dick- I hope you had a safe trip home. I haven’t received the email you told me you would send out to ODV releasing the Board from any and all liability in allowing us the ability to openly discuss of all the events leading to your censure. As you recall, after the meeting ended I came to you and asked you about granting us the ability to speak freely with the membership. You told me that such a release was going out to ODV imminently (you implied that it would be going out that same evening), and you even insisted that Vice-Director Luetzelschwab, to whom you were speaking at the time, be a witness to the veracity of your statement to me. I don’t doubt your honesty. You told me that you would do this. In fact you said that the email was going out right away. I can only believe that the delay was do to your travel to home from Hartford, and not for any other reason. I know you are a firm believer in transparency. Would you mind telling me when can we expect to see that release, as I have had many inquires from members asking why? Thank you. 73 de Mike N2YBB

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[arrl-odv:26968] Thank You N5ZGT!
by James F. Boehner MD 22 Jan '18

22 Jan '18

Brian, You will be missed by all. Thank you for your board service. Enjoy this time in your life, your family, and your career. See you on the air, and we will all look forward to your return to the board-someday! ’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 Radio™ -----Original Message----- From: arrl-odv [mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org] On Behalf Of Brian Mileshosky Sent: Sunday, January 21, 2018 8:03 PM To: ARRL Subject: [arrl-odv:26965] Thank You de N5ZGT All — Before my accesses to ODV and other reflectors are removed, I wanted to slip in a final note of thanks for the honor and privilege of serving ARRL, its tireless staff, its members, and the greater amateur radio community alongside each of you over the past 13 years. I greatly value the many trust-based relationships and friendships built along the way. Falling back into the rank-and-file will take some getting used to, but I’m excited to continue being an unrelenting supporter and advocate of the League while there. Looking forward to running into you on the air, at hamfests, perhaps via a special project here and there, and — further down the road, after tending to kiddos and work — back in the board room. 73, Brian N5ZGT _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv(a)reflector.arrl.org https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv

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[arrl-odv:26961] Fwd: Amateur Radio at SCaLE 16x
by Richard J. Norton, N6AA 20 Jan '18

20 Jan '18

FYI Amateur Radio activity in Southern California directed toward attracting a younger generation - From: Vern(engunir-a) <engunir(a)verizon.net> Date: Fri, Jan 19, 2018 at 10:18 PM Subject: Amateur Radio at SCaLE 16x To: "Fortney, James T - n6aa(a)arrl.org SPECIAL EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: The 16th annual Southern California Linux Expo (SCaLE) will be held on March 8-11, 2018 at the Pasadena Convention Center (PCC). "What does that have to do with Ham Radio?", you might ask. Well, the answer would be, "quite a bit, actually; in fact, more and more every year!" SCaLE is unique among computer shows, in that they offer event-resources to any Open-source software group that has a good story to tell. As a result, of the 150+ booths on the Exposition floor, about a third aren't trying to sell you anything ... not for money, anyway. :-) For years, SCaLE has highlighted many specialty areas where technology overlaps with the Linux and Open-source Community; and in 2015, SCaLE began hosting annual Amateur Radio representation as well, in the form of: - A "Special Event" radio station ("N6S"), operating live from PCC; and manned by Hams from VCARS (Ventura County Amateur Radio Society) to answer questions about Amateur Radio, and how it relates to Linux and the Open-source community. - A specialty booth on the Exhibit Floor, manned by AREDN (Amateur Radio Emergency Data Network), demonstrating and answering questions about the "Ham Mesh Net" project (see below). - A license exam session (Sunday, March 11; open to the public). For reference, AREDN writes firmware to move Ubiquiti and TP-Link wireless access points down into the Part-97 portions of the 2.4, 3.4, and 5.8 GHZ bands. Users of the AREDN code have been creating local ad-hoc networks (i.e., Ham Mesh Net), and providing resources (e.g., web sites, VOP phone switches, webcams, etc) for Hams and emergency responders. As an example, images from these resources recently provided live images from the Thomas fire in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties. In addition, SCaLE invites people to present Papers and discussions from all aspects of the user community; and this year, they began hosting an Amateur Radio related Track of speaker sessions. This year's sessions include: - Orv Beach (KB6I) - "Linux and the Ham Radio 'Internet'" - Dr. Kate Hutton (K6HTN) - "Amateur Radio Messaging, alive and well in the 21st Century" - Ben Kuo (AI6YR) - "How Social Media, the Internet, and Ham Radio saved the day after Hurricane Maria in Dominica" - Stu Sheldon (AG6AG) - "I just got my Amateur Radio License, Now what???" For those interested in getting started with Linux, SCALE holds training sessions (e.g., Saturday and Sunday mornings). These sessions include an install-fest, encouraging participants to bring a machine and work one-on-one with SCALE training proctors to help get Linux installed and operational. In the afternoon, a trainer from the Linux Foundation covers basic system administration skills. These classes are first come, first served; so if you're interested, come early to get a seat. Hardware requirements and other event related information is posted on the SCALE web site (https://www.socallinuxexpo.org/scale/16x) As organizers of SCaLE, Orv Beach (W6BI, orv.beach(a)gmail.com) and I expect to have some FREE admissions to hand out to interested Hams. Ping either of us, if you're interested. As many past participants (and volunteers) can attest, SCaLE is a fun event! I'm sure that if you come, you'll enjoy yourself more than you might think; and who knows, you might even learn a thing or two in the process! 73s Vern (W6NCT, w6nct(a)arrl.net)

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[arrl-odv:26960] ELL related materials
by Tom Frenaye 20 Jan '18

20 Jan '18

I've attached two summary pages, one I used at the recent New England Division cabinet meeting to show the public information on ELL work, and the changes the ELL Committee proposed for Technician Modernization. The second was not handed out but shows a draft of a new Novice license that would satisfy the ELL Committee's view of what a new Novice license might look like. -- Tom ===== e-mail: k1ki(a)arrl.org ARRL New England Division Director http://www.arrl.org/ Tom Frenaye, K1KI, P O Box J, West Suffield CT 06093 Phone: 860-668-5444

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[arrl-odv:26959] Doc #26 Entry Level License Committee
by Tom Frenaye 20 Jan '18

20 Jan '18

See attached ===== e-mail: k1ki(a)arrl.org ARRL New England Division Director http://www.arrl.org/ Tom Frenaye, K1KI, P O Box J, West Suffield CT 06093 Phone: 860-668-5444

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[arrl-odv:26958] Marriott WiFi
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 19 Jan '18

19 Jan '18

Dear Members of the ODV, Please be sure you are logged into the network "Marriott Conference" while you are in the meeting room. The password is "january". If not, your emails may not go through. Accordingly, please check your Outbox to be sure there aren't messages that haven't been sent yet. Respectfully, Carla

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[arrl-odv:26957] Complimentary drinks
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 19 Jan '18

19 Jan '18

Dear Members of the ODV, To thank the ARRL for returning to the Windsor Marriott following last summer's mix up, there will be an open bar during the reception from 5:30 - 6:30pm. This is compliments of the Windsor Marriott. (The bar will return to a cash bar at 6:30 for the dinner service.) Respectfully, Carla

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[arrl-odv:26956] In Newsletter January 19
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 19 Jan '18

19 Jan '18

Please see this week's In Newsletter, attached.

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