March 2022 - arrl-odv - reflector.arrl.org

[arrl-odv:33529] Email and Reflectors
by Middleton, Diane, W2DLM (CFO) 17 Mar '22

17 Mar '22

Dear ODV, We believe we now have the email and reflector issues resolved. Thank you for your patience. Diane Middleton, W2DLM Chief Financial Officer ARRL, The National Association for Amateur Radio(r) 225 Main Street Newington, CT 06111 (860)594-0225 [cid:image001.png@01D83A0B.4B403520]

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[arrl-odv:33528] Mock Election
by Art Zygielbaum 16 Mar '22

16 Mar '22

Dear ODV, As I wrote a week or so ago, E&E could use your help in taking a look at a mock electronic election. That will occur from March 17 through March 21. We're doing this to give you a chance to check the functionality of the electronic ballot and see how it works. You will receive an email from "ARRL Election" with an invitation to vote. You will be voting for your favorite ice cream flavors. In a real election, we can, of course, adjust language, layout, etc., as needed. I am attaching some sample paper ballots. These are just samples of previous work by Election Systems Company. We can, of course, customize our paper ballots to look any way we wish -- even to look just like the ballots used in previous elections. The only difference is, per the plan E&E and sent out, there will be instructions on how to do an electronic ballot instead of returning the paper one for the first couple of years. Hope that all makes sense. We'd appreciate your thoughts and suggestions after you have a chance to look at the electronic ballots. Thanks and 73, Art K0AIZ -- Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ ARRL Midwest Division Director Chair, Ethics and Elections Committee Member, Programs and Services Committee ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio®

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[arrl-odv:33523] Testing
by Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) 16 Mar '22

16 Mar '22

Testing the reflector.

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[arrl-odv:33518] Time Rolls On
by John Robert Stratton 16 Mar '22

16 Mar '22

Maybe Congress will get something right. See: https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2022/03/us-congress-begins-march-toward… _______________________________________ John Robert Stratton N5AUS 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:33525] Test
by Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) 15 Mar '22

15 Mar '22

Please ignore. Testing...

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[arrl-odv:33526] Test
by Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) 15 Mar '22

15 Mar '22

Ignore - this is a test

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[arrl-odv:33527] Test
by Minster, David NA2AA (CEO) 15 Mar '22

15 Mar '22

Disregard - testing the reflector

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[arrl-odv:33517] Board Family
by k5ur＠aol.com 15 Mar '22

15 Mar '22

It is with greatsadness that I report on two deaths related to the ARRL Board family. I wasinformed late last night of the death of Gary Johnston, KI4LA. Years ago, Garywas Vice Director and Director of the Great Lakes Division. Just minutesago, I was informed of the death of Irma Leggette, wife of Henry Leggette,WD4Q, who was my Vice Director for a number of years going back to the late 90’sand was later Delta Division Director. I enjoyedworking with both Gary and Henry over the years. My thoughts and prayers arewith Gary’s family and with Henry and his family. 73, Rick – K5UR

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[arrl-odv:33511] American Radio Club - competing organization?
by rjairam＠gmail.com 14 Mar '22

14 Mar '22

Ham radio Prep, started by two relatively new hams has now formed their own radio club. $48 per year you get their tech training plus they have a spectrum defense fund and other benefits. They bill monthly rather than yearly. I wonder how their spectrum defense efforts will work, whether they will cooperate with us or whether they will compete. Take a look: https://americanradioclub.com/

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[arrl-odv:33510] Fwd: Re: ARRL Position on Russia
by Michael Ritz 13 Mar '22

13 Mar '22

ODV Team: I thought I'd share this with ODV. A well known DXer ham in my Division received a message from a ham friend of his in Ukraine. He noted, then I was asked, why the ARRL does not appear to have an official policy position on this conflict, such as recently outlined by the RSGB. After discussing with both David Minster and Rick Roderick, the below was my response to them. I thought the concepts here might be of consideration if you run into the same questions from members. 73; Mike W7VO > ---------- Original Message ---------- > From: Michael Ritz <w7vo(a)comcast.net> > To: Петро К <uw3wf(a)ukr.net>, W7VJ <w7vj(a)millerisar.com> > Date: 03/13/2022 1:44 PM > Subject: Re: ARRL Position on Russia > > > Andrew/Petro; > > Hope you are both doing well, and especially you, Petro. I discussed this issue with both ARRL CEO David Minster, NA2AA, and President Roderick, K5UZ when this all started several weeks ago. The bottom line is that ARRL has not stated an official position on the Russian war with Ukraine, and probably won't. What I can say is that the ARRL is an apolitical organization. We are also a member organization, and in my opinion, the ARRL really cannot speak on behalf of the belief of all our members. It will be up to each ARRL member to personally decide where they stand on the issue. > > I know the recent stance and actions taken by the RSGB is quite harsh. However, the stance of the IARU, the governing body for Amateur Radio across the globe, is as follows: "IARU is an apolitical organization focused on promoting and defending amateur radio and the amateur radio services. The amateur radio service is about self-instruction in communications and friendship between people.” > > This pretty much echoes what our governing body, the Federal Communications Commission says is one of the purposes for Amateur Radio in the United States. FCC "Part §97.1: Basis and purpose of Amateur Radio: (e) Continuation and extension of the amateur's unique ability to enhance international goodwill." > > Petro, you are correct that QRZ.com removed all Russian stations from its database as a political statement. That only lasted a few days before a massive public outcry had them restore them back. In the end Amateur radio is a brotherhood that transcends politics, and I believe in the end they realized that also. > > This is perhaps not the answer you were looking for, and I hope you can understand. I pray for the people in your country every day, and wish you the very best. Please stay safe. > > 73; > Mike Ritz, W7VO > > Director, ARRL Northwestern Division > Vice President, ARRL Foundation mailto:w7vo@arrl.org > > w7vo(a)arrl.org mailto:w7vo@arrl.org > http://www.arrlnwdiv.org > > http://www.arrl.org > > > > > On 03/12/2022 1:31 PM Mike Ritz <w7vo(a)comcast.net> wrote: > > > > > > I’m at a hamfest today and will respond when I get home. I’ve been discussing this with both our ARRL CEO and President. > > > > 73; > > Mike > > W7VO > > > > Sent from my iPhone > > > > > > > > > On Mar 12, 2022, at 8:28 AM, Петро К <uw3wf(a)ukr.net> wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > 12 березня 2022, 18:19:46, від W7VJ <w7vj(a)millerisar.com>: > > > > > > > > > > > > > Mike, > > > > > > > > > > > > Am presuming the League has discussed. Any information? Nothing appears on the ARRL web site. > > > > > > > > > > > > Andrew > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > W7VJ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > From: Петро К <uw3wf(a)ukr.net mailto:uw3wf@ukr.net > > > > > Sent: Saturday, March 12, 2022 6:38 AM > > > > To: W7VJ <w7vj(a)millerisar.com mailto:w7vj@millerisar.com > > > > > Subject: Re[2]: ARRL Position on Russia > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Good day! > > > > > > > > Dear Andrew! > > > > > > > > > > > > An example to follow! RSGB blocks russian and belarusian radio amateurs for silent support of the war! > > > > > > > > > > > > I ask for the maximum repost. I am sending the link! > > > > > > > > > > > > Thanks! > > > > > > > > > > > > 73! Petro UW3WF > > > > > > > > > > > > https://rsgb.org/main/blog/news/gb2rs/headlines/2022/03/04/rsgb-statement-t… > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > 11 березня 2022, 01:43:46, від "W7VJ" <w7vj(a)millerisar.com mailto:w7vj@millerisar.com >: > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Agreed! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > From: Петро К <uw3wf(a)ukr.net mailto:uw3wf@ukr.net > > > > > > Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2022 7:58 AM > > > > > To: W7VJ <w7vj(a)millerisar.com mailto:w7vj@millerisar.com > > > > > > Cc: w7vo(a)arrl.net mailto:w7vo@arrl.net > > > > > Subject: Re: ARRL Position on Russia > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Dear Andrew! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Russian athletes have not been under the state flag for several years for doping abuse. > > > > > > > > > > What should be the punishment for bombing peaceful cities? > > > > > > > > > > Putin's killer ratings are rising. There are many crazy putin fans among russian radio amateurs. > > > > > > > > > > Why should they take part in the contests of civilized countries? > > > > > > > > > > Receive awards and QSL cards like normal people? Lock only. Good must overcome evil. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Thanks! 73! Petro UW3WF > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > 10 березня 2022, 17:48:35, від "W7VJ" <w7vj(a)millerisar.com mailto:w7vj@millerisar.com >: > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Dear Petro, > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > I am including our division director here for his thoughts. I have seen on other reflectors that many believe that the decision is an induvial one. Perhaps the ARRL has a position on this. Mike? > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Am pleased to see that you are still able to email. Our prayers are with you and the Ukrainian people. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Very 73 > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Andrew > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > From: Петро К <uw3wf(a)ukr.net mailto:uw3wf@ukr.net > > > > > > > Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2022 12:33 AM > > > > > > To: W7VJ <w7vj(a)millerisar.com mailto:w7vj@millerisar.com > > > > > > > Subject: Re: uw3wf > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Dear Andrew! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > The most effective blocking of russian radio amateurs is possible at the level of radio clubs and national amateur radio organizations. Can you apply to ARRL? > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Blocking is a ban on participating in contests, awards and QSL cards. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > 73! Petro UW3WF > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > 6 березня 2022, 20:20:52, від "W7VJ" <w7vj(a)millerisar.com mailto:w7vj@millerisar.com >: > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Thanks! 73! Petro UW3WF > > > > > > > > > > >

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