December 2020 - arrl-odv - reflector.arrl.org

[arrl-odv:31460] Former NW Director Pace brother, K7HSQ (SK)
by Mark J Tharp 10 Dec '20

10 Dec '20

Some of you were aware of Phils illness and that he was not doing very well. Jim announced today that he has become a SK. Phil Pace, K7HSQ RIP. Jim can be reached at K7CEX(a)arrl.net if you care to send him a note. Carla, I would ask for him to be added to the list for the January BOD meeting, and could you pass it along to QST for me as well? Thanks. 73.. Mark, HDX 2020 just keeps getting worse each day.

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[arrl-odv:31456] Website
by Phil Temples 09 Dec '20

09 Dec '20

Would it be possible to get an update on the latest status of the arrl.org web redesign effort? Thanks, Phil, K9HI Vice Director, New England Division

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[arrl-odv:31452] New FCC Commissioner
by david davidsiddall-law.com 09 Dec '20

09 Dec '20

ODV, This afternoon the Senate confirmed Nathan Simington to be a Commissioner at the FCC, on a vote of 49-46. Upon swearing in, he will take the seat of Michael O’Rielly, whose nomination was pulled by President Trump last summer shortly before it was to go to the Senate floor. Chairman Pai announced last week that he will depart on January 20, opening a seat for President Biden to appoint a new Commissioner to form a new 3-2 majority. Biden can designate the new Commissioner as Chairman, or select one of the two sitting Democrats already on the Commission (Commissioner Rosenworcel and Commissioner Starks). If Biden intends to introduce a new Chairman, on January 20 he will designate one of the two sitting Democrats as “acting-Chairman” to manage the Commission until his new pick arrives. The Commission will have a 2-2 party split until Biden’s nomination for Pai’s seat is confirmed and sworn in. Let me know if any questions. 73, Dave 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:31451] Fwd: Re: Apparently Didn't Work: Amateur Radio's Role at the Boston Marathon Bombing starts in 1 Hour
by Michael Ritz 08 Dec '20

08 Dec '20

Are we going to move away from "GoToMeeting" and towards something like Zoom, that actually works? 73; Mike W7VO > ---------- Original Message ---------- > From: "Bickell, Kris, K1BIC" <kbickell(a)arrl.org> > To: Craig Bledsoe <outlook_21A5F4B49B4DFB58(a)outlook.com>, EAD <ead(a)arrl.org> > Cc: "Ritz, Mike, W7VO, (Dir, NW)" <w7vo(a)comcast.net> > Date: 12/08/2020 12:04 PM > Subject: Re: Apparently Didn't Work: Amateur Radio's Role at the Boston Marathon Bombing starts in 1 Hour > > > Hi Craig, thanks for your feedback. I'm sorry the audio did not work for you, we had nearly 100 participants today and all seemed to go well otherwise. > > Did you follow the setup instructions on our Learning Network page to test your system's compatibility ahead of time? > http://www.arrl.org/arrl-learning-network > > I found the broken link on the support page and will report it immediately, There is also a "call support" option on the bottom of the same page for future reference. We will continue to do our best to make these webinars as accessible as possible. > > > > > > > --- > Kris Bickell, K1BIC > Lifelong Learning Manager > ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio® > http://www.arrl.org/learning-center > > > > > > > --------------------------------------------- > From: Craig Bledsoe <outlook_21A5F4B49B4DFB58(a)outlook.com> > Sent: Tuesday, December 8, 2020 2:42 PM > To: EAD <ead(a)arrl.org> > Cc: Ritz, Mike, W7VO, (Dir, NW) <w7vo(a)comcast.net> > Subject: Apparently Didn't Work: Amateur Radio's Role at the Boston Marathon Bombing starts in 1 Hour > > Good Morning >>> > > I wanted to share my experience when I attempted to login to the ARRL Boston Bombing Webinar. I am running Windows 8.1 with all updates accomplished, so the Webinar app appeared to install normally. The session started up on time, and I was able to see a shared slide with live video of one person speaking, but could not hear his voice. My computer audio was working fine, so I clicked on the Support hyperlink to get help or advice. at the bottom of the Support page is the link to click if the user is having audio issues. I clicked on that and a 404 message popped up stating that the page I was looking for did not exist. At this point the GotoWebinar app launcher says that I am connected to the session and "Let's Get Started!" but there is nothing showing but a generic info screen. > > In summary, IMO this is a terrible system. Please consider using the Zoom webinar program for these events in the future. > > Thanks and 73, > > Craig, KL4E > > > > --------------------------------------------- > From: ARRL Webinar <customercare(a)gotowebinar.com> > Sent: Tuesday, December 8, 2020 7:58 > To: kl4e(a)arrl.net <kl4e(a)arrl.net> > Subject: Reminder: Amateur Radio's Role at the Boston Marathon Bombing starts in 1 Hour > > > This is a reminder that "Amateur Radio's Role at the Boston Marathon Bombing" will begin in 1 Hour on: > Tue, Dec 8, 2020 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM AKST > Add to Calendar: Outlook® Calendar https://global.gotowebinar.com/icsCalendar.tmpl?webinar=7934294019885217292… | Google Calendar™ https://global.gotowebinar.com/icsCalendar.tmpl?webinar=7934294019885217292… | iCal® https://global.gotowebinar.com/icsCalendar.tmpl?webinar=7934294019885217292… > Please send your questions, comments and feedback to: ead(a)arrl.org mailto:ead@arrl.org > For technical assistance before or during the session click on the following link to access GoToWebinar online support or call toll-free 833-851-8340: > https://support.goto.com/webinar/ > > How to Join the Webinar > 1. 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[arrl-odv:31450] Fwd: The most reasont ARRL election
by Matt Holden 08 Dec '20

08 Dec '20

A blind member's opinion of the election process... -------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: The most reasont ARRL election Date: Thu, 3 Dec 2020 16:28:59 -0600 From: Matt Arthur <mattda(a)hickorytech.net> To: k1vr(a)arrl.org, w7vo(a)arrl.org, k0rm(a)arrl.org, Tom Karnauskas <n0uw(a)arrl.net> Fred, Mike, and Jerff, I am Matt Arthur ka0pqw I have been an ARRL member for menny years and i do valyu being a member. However i am not happy about this most recent election. I had been wondering when i would receive a balad so i could vote in the election. I have never received a balad for this years election and i see today they have anouced the resalts. I do know the last time there was an election there was some kind of problem with getting balads out and had quite a time getting one. I had to call Dan Henderson and he did send me one but also i felt smarted off to me telling me maybe i really didn't need to vote. So now i would like to know what is going to be done to make sure that all members can vote? I really feel the most recent election should be redone, or members who wern't given the chance to vote should be some how compensated for not being able to take part in the election. I do expect this to be worked out some how. I feel as an ARRL member i should be able to vote for the people i would like to represent me at the ARRL. Just so it is understood i have copied my radio club ppresident so he is aware of the situation. I hope to hear from you all soon. I also most certainly expect something to be done about this. Thank you for your time and service. 73 Matt ka0pqw

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[arrl-odv:31442] Another LOTW Backlog?
by Richard Norton 07 Dec '20

07 Dec '20

Why is there a 15 hour backlog in uploading logs to LOTW, that appears to be growing another hour as each hour passes? 73, Dick, N6AA Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

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[arrl-odv:31441] IN Newsletter December 4, 2020
by Pereira, Carla, KC1HSX 04 Dec '20

04 Dec '20

Please read up on goings on around the League. Happy Friday!

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[arrl-odv:31440] FCC's Electronic Filing Changes
by david davidsiddall-law.com 04 Dec '20

04 Dec '20

ODV, A few things about the Commission’s email address requirement being discussed here. It will become effective six months after publication in the Federal Register, so probably next June or Jul). Experience with the pandemic certainly increased the FCC’s perceived need to go all electronic, but it has stated this to be its policy goal for more than 20 years. The electronic FCC filing systems have continued to work well throughout the pandemic, keeping the Commission in business even though the offices are vacant. * The email and electronic filing requirements are being implemented for all licensees that are not already subject to such requirements, which includes an FCC- estimated 2.25 million+ licensees that use the ULS licensing system. This change is not amateur-specific. * In addition to moving correspondence to email, all amateur applications will have to be filed electronically (subject to seeking a waiver, see bullet point below). When the ULS system was initiated in 1998, the Commission provided that a paper alternative could still be used if necessary. Overall, today the percentage of ULS paper applications has shrunk to fewer than 1 percent (2019 figure). The amateur paper application load appears to be consistent with this figure, with 1,528 paper applications filed in 2018 and 1,339 in 2019. * In general, the few remaining items that could still be submitted to the Commission on paper are being moved to electronic submission. * The Commission stated that it will routinely check returned email, as it currently checks returned postal mail, to correct errors and try a second time. * According to the Commission, there will be provision for applicants to supply two email addresses. This is analogous to the current ULS system procedures for licenses that use Form 601. (I am separately following up with the FCC staff to confirm that a second email address field will be available for amateurs to use, consistent with the Commission’s decision, because I tried and didn’t find one on my own amateur license record. However, there are two email addresses for other types of ULS licenses that I hold or administer, and the email requirement for amateur applications is not yet in effect.) * If an applicant is unable to file an application electronically, the Commission said that its waiver rules can be used to seek acceptance of a paper application pursuant to 47 C.F.R. 1.925(b)(3). Among the explicit cognizable reasons for granting relief is that “the applicant has no reasonable alternative.” This can be used to also address the email requirement if necessary. I hope this adds some perspective to and information about the new electronic requirements. Let me know of any questions. 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:31427] Fwd: Re: ARLB038 FCC to Require Email Addresses on Applications
by Michael Ritz 04 Dec '20

04 Dec '20

I received this from a member today. He certainly has a VERY valid point! 73; Mike W7VO\ \ > ---------- Original Message ---------- > From: Steve - WA7PTM <wa7ptm-2020(a)aberle.net> > To: Mike Ritz - W7VO <w7vo(a)comcast.net>, Monte Simpson - W7FF <wwasm(a)comcast.net> > Date: 12/02/2020 2:57 PM > Subject: Re: ARLB038 FCC to Require Email Addresses on Applications > > > Talk about stupid! Does the FCC have any clue how many times email > bounces through no fault of the recipient? And they would revoke or > suspend a license based on something totally out of the control of the > licensee? This is ludicrous! > > Steve > > > ARRL Web site wrote on 12/2/20 1:42 PM: > > > > [snip] > > > > Under new Section 97.23, each license will have to show the > > grantee's correct name, mailing address, and email address. "The > > email address must be an address where the grantee can receive > > electronic correspondence," the amended rule will state. "Revocation > > of the station license or suspension of the operator license may > > result when correspondence from the FCC is returned as undeliverable > > because the grantee failed to provide the correct email address."

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[arrl-odv:31437] FW: Giving Tuesday Results
by Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) 03 Dec '20

03 Dec '20

Here's todays success story. Melissa was able to use a book that has not sold well at all, romance the members on Giving Tuesday with a little nostalgic marketing, and was able to TRIPLE the number of donors and dollars from prior year. And after having been through the book myself, it's a fantastic donors gift. She did a great job! We'll be talking about 'big picture' Development objectives and goals in the next 6-8 weeks. More great things coming. David From: Stemmer, Melissa KA7CLO <mstemmer(a)arrl.org> Sent: Wednesday, December 2, 2020 8:58 AM To: Middleton, Diane, W2DLM (CFO) <dmiddleton(a)arrl.org>; Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) <dminster(a)arrl.org> Subject: RE: Giving Tuesday Results There were 28 donors in 2019 and 91 donors this year. We received three $1,000 donations yesterday from the following members: James Rautio, AJ3K Bernard Skoch, K5XS James Schilling, KG4JSZ We also received another $1,000 donation this morning (that is not included in the original total I sent) from William Filbert, W6NCH. Melissa From: Middleton, Diane, W2DLM (CFO) <dmiddleton(a)arrl.org<mailto:dmiddleton@arrl.org>> Sent: Wednesday, December 2, 2020 7:31 AM To: Stemmer, Melissa KA7CLO <mstemmer(a)arrl.org<mailto:mstemmer@arrl.org>>; Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) <dminster(a)arrl.org<mailto:dminster@arrl.org>> Subject: RE: Giving Tuesday Results This is great! Any chance you can provide how many donors for each year? Diane From: Stemmer, Melissa KA7CLO <mstemmer(a)arrl.org<mailto:mstemmer@arrl.org>> Sent: Wednesday, December 2, 2020 7:28 AM To: Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) <dminster(a)arrl.org<mailto:dminster@arrl.org>>; Middleton, Diane, W2DLM (CFO) <dmiddleton(a)arrl.org<mailto:dmiddleton@arrl.org>> Subject: Giving Tuesday Results Good morning, We received $10,771 in donations yesterday for Giving Tuesday compared to $3,510 in donations on Giving Tuesday 2019. I think the book promo was a big hit! Thank you and 73, Melissa Stemmer, KA7CLO Development Manager ARRL, the national association for Amateur Radio(r) 225 Main Street, Newington, CT 06111-1494 USA Telephone: (860) 594-0348 FAX: (860) 594-0259 e-mail: mstemmer(a)arrl.org<mailto:mstemmer@arrl.org> web: www.arrl.org<http://www.arrl.org/>

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