April 2018 - arrl-odv - reflector.arrl.org

[arrl-odv:27195] In Newsletter April 20 2018
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 20 Apr '18

20 Apr '18

Please see this week's In Newsletter attached, which includes info about Hamvention 2018 from the Sales & Marketing team, as well as links to media highlights and interesting updates from the Lab! Have a great weekend! Carla

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[arrl-odv:27193] Re: Code of Conduct fallback
by o 20 Apr '18

20 Apr '18

Jay, You're right on. And I would add that while clear and specific areas of conduct (such as, for example, conflict of interest) can be with some difficulty controlled through rules and regulations, general matters of good manners are best managed with quiet social pressure, rather than with rules. It is in the area of collegial behavior that we seem to have fallen off the wagon a bit. We will only fix this through the mechanism of personal opprobrium delivered privately. Mike Mike Raisbeck k1twf(a)arrl.net -----Original Message----- From: jbellows <jbellows(a)skypoint.com> To: 'arrl-odv' <arrl-odv(a)arrl.org> Cc: 'email' <jbellows(a)skypoint.com> Sent: Thu, Apr 19, 2018 1:32 pm Subject: [arrl-odv:27188] Code of Conduct fallback My apology for coming to the “party” so late but I sense there may not be a consensus among EC member on the suspended Code of Conduct at a time of high feelings within and beyond ARRL membership. I recognize I am a guest at this meeting, but feel some responsibility for having had a part in getting where we are now on this issue. Moreover, my firm belief is that ARRL cannot continue to “kick the can down the street” on this issue. In the event the EC cannot reach a consensus on the proposed CoC I am forwarding a Sample Code of Conduct recommended by the National Council of Non-Profit that I ran across. The attached sample lacks the specificity of the (in my opinion) well done draft CoC that the EC has been reviewing. While it addresses most of the issues of concern, it does so in more general, non-legal language. The fact it was generated by a leading organization of non-profits could show the membership that a Code of Conduct is a common and necessary part of the operation of a non-profit organization. Again, it is intended for consideration only if the EC can’t reach consensus on the current proposal. 73, Jay, KØQB _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv(a)reflector.arrl.org https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv

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[arrl-odv:27190] Code of Conduct
by John Robert Stratton 19 Apr '18

19 Apr '18

I don't want to be responsible for inducing atrial fibrillation in anyone in our midst or responsible for destroying passionate beliefs regarding on which side of darkness some amongst us stand, but ... I find Jay Bellow's proposed "Sample Code of Conduct" to be a voice of reason in a cacophony of competing interests. Were it to be adopted with the necessary minor tweaks to match the ARRL's posture, it would do much to eliminate the distrust and dissension amongst the Membership. Yes, the adoption of the "Sample Code" would require the repeal of the existing COC — a Code and its use that is one of the primary rallying points for the opposition to the League. Repealing the existing Code and replacing it with something as simple as Jay's "Sample Code" would be a mark of maturity and good governance that would stun the League's current opponents. There is a rumor /(euphemism alert)/ that there will be a concerted effort at this weekend's EC meeting to reinstate the suspended Section 8 of the Code along with some other "/improvements/". If the Board continues on that course, it will be handing the tools of destruction of Amateur Radio and the ARRL to our enemies — and by enemies I do not mean our Members. If any amongst us believe the myARRLVoice has packed up its tent and gone home and the deeply resentful opposition to the League's past actions based on the current Code and the "control" efforts typified by the "Norris" and "Lisenco" motions has dissipated you are tragically mistaken. I have attended two recent hamfests —one in Midland, Texas and one in Claremore, Oklahoma. Although ~550 miles apart there was no distance between the positions of the Members in the two very different states. There was universal scorn of the League's rabid devotion to the current Code and what are viewed as anti-Member proposed "control" revisions of the AOI and Bylaws. We are as close to a full blown open revolt of the Membership as we can get without stepping over that line. For those who dismiss these sentiments —mine or the Ladies & Gentlemen of the West Gulf — as "junk mail" or the whining of those "not in my division" I respectfully suggest you terribly underestimate the seething anger of the Members, and not just those in the West Gulf. I respectfully suggest, particularly in light of pending threats to Amateur Radio and the League, that the EC terminate the current bloodletting over a Code of Conduct and the "control" revisions of the AOI and the Bylaws. The first step would be to recommend the repeal of the existing Code and its replacement with a Code essentially identical to Jay's "Sample Code." _______________________________________ John Robert Stratton N5AUS Vice Director Legislative Director West Gulf Division Office:512-445-6262 Cell:512-426-2028 P.O. Box 2232 Austin, Texas 78768-2232 *_______________________________________***

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[arrl-odv:27187] Correction to May QST
by Shelley, Barry, N1VXY (CEO) 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

Good Morning: This was posted this morning on the ARRL news crawl (as we as social media) as we identified an error in the chart that went with the article on the ELL proposal in the May issue of QST. As stated, the text of the article is correct, the chart was in error. http://www.arrl.org/news/correction-to-may-qst-article-a-value-added-techni… 73, Barry J. Shelley, N1VXY Chief Executive Officer ARRL, Inc. The national association for Amateur Radio (860) 594-0212 www.arrl.org

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[arrl-odv:27186] OO Study Program
by Dr. David Woolweaver 18 Apr '18

18 Apr '18

Lead, follow, or get out of the way. It is time to stop doing nothing waiting for action. We can always adjust after the new OO program has been finalized. David

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[arrl-odv:27171] Re: OO Program Study Committee
by John Robert Stratton 17 Apr '18

17 Apr '18

Riley Git'er Done! Based on my conversations with the West Gulf OOs, accepting new appointments would remove one of their primary complaints against the League as the "/do nothing League/" — not all, just one. But any positive progress will be of benefit to AR, the OOs morale and dedication and the League. _______________________________________ John Robert Stratton N5AUS Vice Director Legislative Director West Gulf Division Office:512-445-6262 Cell:512-426-2028 P.O. Box 2232 Austin, Texas 78768-2232 *_______________________________________* Does anyone have any objection to resuming the appointment of OO's as needed, until the FCC meets with us on the new agreement? That will probably be within a few months, i.e., as soon as they get out the three major cases they are working on now in our service. I recommend that we resume the appointments. > On April 5, 2018 at 2:16 PM "Roderick, Rick, K5UR via arrl-odv" > <arrl-odv(a)reflector.arrl.org> wrote: > > Hi gang: > > I’ve appointed Riley Hollingsworth, K4ZDH, as Chair of the OO Program > Study Committee to replace Brian who is rolling off. I’ve also > appointed Bob Vallio to serve on the Committee. > > I appreciate Riley stepping up to the plate to take the reins. > 73 > Rick – K5UR > > ... > _______________________________________________ > arrl-odv mailing list > arrl-odv(a)reflector.arrl.org > https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv(a)reflector.arrl.org https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv ****

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[arrl-odv:27168] Dues and financial limitations
by Tom Frenaye 15 Apr '18

15 Apr '18

As a result of the dues increase a couple of years ago there has been a small uptick in the number of members who have described financial hardship as a reason for not being able to renew their memberships. It's been a while since I circulated details of two Foundation funds established to provide some help. Note that one of them is not public and should not be given any external publicity. Directors should contact Lauren Clarke/KB1YDD in the Development office to get the process started if they identify a qualified candidate. -- Tom The Jesse Bieberman Meritorious Membership Grants Approved: <1983 Terms of Reference The name of the membership fund is The Jesse Bieberman Meritorious Membership Fund. The name of the membership grant is The Jesse Bieberman Meritorious Membership Grant. Purpose and Criteria The fund, endowed through the generosity of Mrs. Bieberman and by direct contributions, was established in the name of Jesse Bieberman, W3KT, Past-Director of the Atlantic Division, whose special empathy for the elderly and disabled was well known to the amateur community. The fund is intended to provide for a one-year membership extension for applicants meeting the following criteria: US ARRL membership* of 25 years or more; AND, 65 years of age or older; AND, with a known financial need. (*No foreign members eligible, except at ARRL Executive Vice President's direction). Nomination procedure Recommendations for Meritorious Membership will be accepted only from Division Directors. Recommendations will be forwarded to the ARRL Circulation Department Manager. Grant of membership . . Upon notification from the Circulation Department Manager, the Foundation Treasurer shall transfer funds, from the Jesse Bieberman Meritorious Membership Fund to the ARRL Membership General Fund sufficient to cover the membership fee for those selected, for the period of one year. Circulation Department personnel will then update membership records accordingly. Letters to notify those granted Meritorious Membership shall be prepared by the ARRL Foundation Secretary. Maintenance of the fund Grants shall be made only from the interest income on the Jesse Bieberman Meritorious Membership Fund. Direct contributions shall be solicited for this fund, at least annually, to enable granting a greater number of Meritorious Memberships. To the extent that additional contributions to the fund generate sufficient interest income, additional grants may be made. MS3888/488 The Member-To-Member Matching Fund Approved: April 1999 The fund was created by a concerned ARRL Member in 1999 to provide temporary dues assistance to Full Members of the ARRL (International and Associate Members do not qualify) who would otherwise be unable to pay their dues because individual or family finances have been severely depleted by catastrophic illness, death or disability of a wage-earning family member, loss of job, or similar financial emergency beyond a person's control. Requirements: Nomination of a Member will be made only by a Division Director, who, to the best of their knowledge, agrees that such a financial need exists on the part of said Member. The Fund would pay 2/3's of the Member's annual Full or Full Senior rate dues (rounded up to the nearest dollar) for up to 5 years. The member would be responsible for the remaining 1/3 portion of dues. A Member cannot be eligible for other ARRL dues-rate reductions (Blind, Family, or Youth rates) or for assistance from another ARRL Foundation fund (such as the Jesse Bieberman Meritorious Membership Fund.) *** Information about the fund is to be limited to the ARRL Board family, ARRL Foundation Directors, and appropriate members of the ARRL Headquarters staff. *** Member recipients of this matching fund will remain anonymous, to preserve their privacy. The initial fund donor and all subsequent donors will also remain anonymous. ===== e-mail: k1ki(a)arrl.org President, ARRL Foundation http://www.arrl.org/arrlf/ Tom Frenaye, K1KI, P O Box J, West Suffield CT 06093 Phone: 860-668-5444

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[arrl-odv:27167] In-Newsletter April 13 2018
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 13 Apr '18

13 Apr '18

Please see this week's IN-Newsletter, attached, and don't forget to click on the links, including the Audio News and our Media Hits page. Happy Friday! Carla

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[arrl-odv:27166] Interim report of search committee - ODV - April 8
by Niswander, Rick 09 Apr '18

09 Apr '18

ODV: This is an interim report of the CEO Search Committee. This email provides information on the process we will be taking as well as information on outreach activities. The intent of the CEOSC is to provide finalists to the Directors at or around the July meeting. Process (subject to modification as necessary in the future): 1. The Committee will review application materials and will winnow the applications down to those who will undergo telephone interviews. We expect this process to be complete approximately the first week of June. The preferred application deadline is May 31. That is not a hard close, so if applications are received after that date we can consider them as appropriate. 1. Remaining applicants will undergo telephone interviews by Committee members. Each applicant will be randomly assigned two Committee members who will arrange to independently call the applicant and conduct a phone interview. While alternative mechanisms such as Skype are possible, it is important to treat all remaining applicants in a consistent manner. The Committee will consider using Skype (or similar) only in the event that all remaining applicants and all Committee members can utilize the same technology. 1. After the phone interviews, the Committee will meet by phone to identify the finalists. While the number will be dependent on the remaining pool, the Committee is anticipating that there will be approximately three finalists. We expect this phase of the process will be completed by about the end of June. 1. The timing and process of the final phase is a bit more uncertain as it depends on the finalists, their availability, and their relative strengths/weaknesses. At this time, the plan is for the Committee to arrive in Hartford early in the week of the July Board meeting to conduct face-to-face interviews with the remaining candidates. After further deliberations, the Committee would present one or more candidates to the Directors for consideration at the July Board meeting. Outreach: * The position has been advertised in the April and May QSTs. * There was an article in the ARRL Letter last week. There will be a similar story on the news crawl next week. We plan to have another mention in the ARRL Letter and the news crawl somewhere around the first or second week of May. * As was the case last time, we have engaged Buxton and Associates to assist with identifying qualified candidates who are hams for the position. They have provided some candidates and more are expected. * Directors and Vice Directors are urged to get the word out to their constituents and/or interested individuals via club meetings and other in-person events as well as newsletters or other relevant communications. If you have questions, please send them to Rick Niswander at niswanderf(a)ecu.edu<mailto:niswanderf@ecu.edu> The CEO Search Committee Jim Boehner, N2ZZ Kermit Carlson, W9XA Rick Niswander, K7GM, Chair Greg Widin, K0GW David Woolweaver, K5RAV Frederick (Rick) Niswander, Ph.D., CPA, CGMA Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance East Carolina University Greenville, NC 27858

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[arrl-odv:27165] In Newsletter April 6 2018
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 06 Apr '18

06 Apr '18

Dear All: Attached please see this week's In Newsletter. Have a great weekend! Carla

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