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[arrl-odv:31076] In Newsletter October 2, 2020
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 02 Oct '20

02 Oct '20

Please see this week's IN Newsletter, with updates from around HQ. Have a great weekend!

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[arrl-odv:31067] Update
by Michael Ritz 02 Oct '20

02 Oct '20

Just an update on my wife Shelley, W7VOX, for the ARRL ODV family . She was diagnosed several weeks ago with a very rare "non-smoker" cancerous tumor about the size of a large walnut which is completely blocking the airway to the middle lobe of her right lung. That has caused that particular lobe to collapse and makes her very prone to pneumonia and a horrible cough. I've been shuttling her to doctor and testing appointments the last few weeks. Luckily, Shelley is a retired critical care and lifeflight nurse, so she is working well with the doctors. I just sit there, smile and quietly nod my head. After all the testing there is actually some good news. Yesterday, the PET scan has shown that the cancer has not spread to any other organs. That is a HUGE relief! Now we are awaiting a meeting with the surgical team and setting a surgery date, probably for a time within the next few weeks. She will lose some or all of her right lung, but the long term prognosis is actually very good. It's certainly looking better than it did a couple of weeks ago when we first found out about all of this. Thanks again for all the support. I can't tell you enough what it means to me. 73; Mike W7VO

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[arrl-odv:31064] Today's FCC Action on 3.3-3.5 GHz
by david davidsiddall-law.com 02 Oct '20

02 Oct '20

ODV, Disappointing is the only word to describe this morning’s FCC meeting. I watched the discussion on the 3.3-3.5 GHz item, and while amateur radio was mentioned by the Chairman and staff, that certainly is no consolation. At this time, only the press release has been issued. There is both a Report and Order specifying the final actions they are taking, and a Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to accept comment on issues such as deadlines for leaving the band. These documents are expected to be released “shortly.” I expect them by Friday, if not earlier. We do know now that the FCC decided to delete the secondary allocation on a date certain; and proposals in the Further Notice address the timeframe by which amateur secondary uses would have to cease. For 3.45-3.5 GHz, the proposal is to vacate upon first commercial licensing, which I estimate will be in mid-2022. It appears that they may be proposing the same deadline for all amateur secondary uses -- including those in the 3.3 – 3.45 GHz portion that are not subject to immediate licensing – and just leave the spectrum vacant. We will just have to review the written documents. When the documents are released, there will be more to say. 73, Dave K3ZJ David R. Siddall Managing Partner DS Law, PLLC 1629 K St. NW, Ste 300 Washington, DC 20006 direct: +1 202 559 4690 Unauthorized Disclosure Prohibited. This e-mail is intended solely for the intended recipient(s) and may contain information that is proprietary, confidential or privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, it is prohibited to disclose, copy, distribute, or use the contents of this email and its attachments. If you received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all electronic and physical copies of the e-mail message and its attachments. Unintended transmission shall not constitute waiver of attorney-client or any other privilege. Thank you.

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[arrl-odv:31065] Announcement
by Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) 01 Oct '20

01 Oct '20

Good afternoon. We will be releasing the following announcement on Monday, as jointly drafted by Bob Inderbitzen and Michael Cauley of Orlando ARC. Thanks. David October 5, 2020 NEWINGTON, CONNECTICUT - ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio(r) and the Orlando Amateur Radio Club have postponed the ARRL National Convention and Orlando HamCation(r) to February 10-13, 2022, in Orlando, Florida. The convention was to be held in February 2021. "The joint decision came after considering the national public health emergency including the health and safety of all participants, the uncertainty that continues to impact our organizations, and the reluctance to travel to, and attend, large events," said ARRL CEO David Minster, NA2AA. "We regret the disruption to the hard work already completed by so many volunteers preparing for the ARRL National Convention and HamCation." "While postponing was a difficult decision, our top priority is delivering a safe and successful HamCation experience for everyone, including our attendees, dedicated volunteers, exhibitors, and service partners," said General Chairman Michael Cauley, W4MCA. OARC President John Knott, N4JTK noted that holding the convention in 2022 will mark the 75th anniversary of HamCation - one of the largest annually held gatherings of radio amateurs in the US. The published gate figure for 2020 was 24,200 (all 3 days). "We want our diamond anniversary show to be an exciting, 5-star event," said Knott. "We look forward to seeing you in Orlando in 2022, and hope that you and your loved ones remain safe in the months to come." A full day of National Convention programming and training sessions was previously scheduled to precede HamCation and will be rescheduled for Thursday, February 10, 2022. HamCation will host the rest of the convention on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, February 11-13, 2022 at the Central Florida Fairgrounds and Expo Park in Orlando - an 87-acre lakefront fairgrounds. Cauley says they may organize some online presentations and programs for what would have been 2021 HamCation, February 12-14, 2021. An on-air QSO party is also being considered. The HamCation website, www.hamcation.com, will soon include details, including information for anyone seeking refunds and other options for pre-purchased tickets and exhibit space. HamCation can also be followed on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Further details and any changes will be shared via these official websites: * 2022 ARRL National Convention www.arrl.org/expo * Orlando HamCation www.hamcation.com

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