[arrl-odv:32103] Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
Any chatter about getting together again in July? As perhaps the youngest member of the board, at a ripe ol age of 54, ok, don't everyone choke on their coffee at the same time about that,,,, I have managed to get in under our search and rescue program, and will get my second dose next Friday. In various emails with folks it sounds like many on the board are also making in to get the shot. ?? Mark, HDX
I'd bet most of us will have had our shots by July. I get my second this Friday. Mikek1twf -----Original Message----- From: Mark J Tharp <kb7hdx@gmail.com> To: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@arrl.org> Sent: Tue, Mar 9, 2021 8:46 pm Subject: [arrl-odv:32103] Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July Any chatter about getting together again in July? As perhaps the youngest member of the board, at a ripe ol age of 54, ok, don't everyone choke on their coffee at the same time about that,,,, I have managed to get in under our search and rescue program, and will get my second dose next Friday. In various emails with folks it sounds like many on the board are also making in to get the shot. ?? Mark, HDX _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv
I get my second shot of Moderna on April 4th, Easter. 73; Mike W7VO
On 03/09/2021 5:52 PM Mike Raisbeck via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
I'd bet most of us will have had our shots by July. I get my second this Friday.
Mike k1twf
-----Original Message----- From: Mark J Tharp <kb7hdx@gmail.com> To: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@arrl.org> Sent: Tue, Mar 9, 2021 8:46 pm Subject: [arrl-odv:32103] Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
Any chatter about getting together again in July?
As perhaps the youngest member of the board, at a ripe ol age of 54, ok, don't everyone choke on their coffee at the same time about that,,,, I have managed to get in under our search and rescue program, and will get my second dose next Friday.
In various emails with folks it sounds like many on the board are also making in to get the shot.
??
Mark, HDX
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Despite being barely out of college, my state took pity on me and got me two doses of mRNA. The second one is what you need to look out for as I had headaches for a few days. And no my 5G reception is not improved (believe me, I asked my good friends Ted Rappaport and Phil Karn and this is one of the very rare times they actually agreed with each other.) And no you can’t plug in a guitar either. I run Linux and MacOS so tough luck to Bill Gates. Connecticut has relaxed its restrictions and New Jersey is likely going to as well. I’m open to an in person meeting. Ria N2RJ On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:46 PM Mark J Tharp <kb7hdx@gmail.com> wrote:
Any chatter about getting together again in July?
As perhaps the youngest member of the board, at a ripe ol age of 54, ok, don't everyone choke on their coffee at the same time about that,,,, I have managed to get in under our search and rescue program, and will get my second dose next Friday.
In various emails with folks it sounds like many on the board are also making in to get the shot.
??
Mark, HDX
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Keep in mind that not all of us are planning on getting any shots. Have managed to go over 50 years without getting either flu shots or the flu. Not quite ready to rush out and get this stuff shot in me. Also, there has been a story that there will be a Tamiflu type medicine coming out in a few months so one can wait until they are actually sick and take their meds. Lee Lee H. Cooper, PMP, CKM, CKF, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB, W5LHC Vice Director, West Gulf Division ARRL - National Association of Amateur Radio w5lhc@arrl.org (512) 658-3910 *"He who fears being conquered is sure of defeat" - N.B.* On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:04 PM rjairam@gmail.com <rjairam@gmail.com> wrote:
Despite being barely out of college, my state took pity on me and got me two doses of mRNA. The second one is what you need to look out for as I had headaches for a few days.
And no my 5G reception is not improved (believe me, I asked my good friends Ted Rappaport and Phil Karn and this is one of the very rare times they actually agreed with each other.) And no you can’t plug in a guitar either. I run Linux and MacOS so tough luck to Bill Gates.
Connecticut has relaxed its restrictions and New Jersey is likely going to as well.
I’m open to an in person meeting.
Ria N2RJ
On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:46 PM Mark J Tharp <kb7hdx@gmail.com> wrote:
Any chatter about getting together again in July?
As perhaps the youngest member of the board, at a ripe ol age of 54, ok, don't everyone choke on their coffee at the same time about that,,,, I have managed to get in under our search and rescue program, and will get my second dose next Friday.
In various emails with folks it sounds like many on the board are also making in to get the shot.
??
Mark, HDX
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By July, likely all of us will likely have had an opportunity to be fully vaccinated. I received my second Pfizer dose February 4. Over 300 million people worldwide have been vaccinated with few side effects. If one chooses not to get vaccinated, that’s a personal choice. Some people eschew modern medicine for religious purposes. Some simply fear things they don’t understand. Some believe in vast conspiracy theories. Let’s set an example for the amateur radio community and, given no unforeseen circumstances, I believe we should plan for an in-person meeting. Mickey N4MB Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef> ________________________________ From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> on behalf of Lee Cooper <w5lhc01@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 9:14:03 PM To: Jairam, Ria, N2RJ (Dir, HD) <rjairam@gmail.com> Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32107] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July Keep in mind that not all of us are planning on getting any shots. Have managed to go over 50 years without getting either flu shots or the flu. Not quite ready to rush out and get this stuff shot in me. Also, there has been a story that there will be a Tamiflu type medicine coming out in a few months so one can wait until they are actually sick and take their meds. Lee Lee H. Cooper, PMP, CKM, CKF, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB, W5LHC Vice Director, West Gulf Division ARRL - National Association of Amateur Radio w5lhc@arrl.org<mailto:w5lhc@arrl.org> (512) 658-3910 "He who fears being conquered is sure of defeat" - N.B. On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:04 PM rjairam@gmail.com<mailto:rjairam@gmail.com> <rjairam@gmail.com<mailto:rjairam@gmail.com>> wrote: Despite being barely out of college, my state took pity on me and got me two doses of mRNA. The second one is what you need to look out for as I had headaches for a few days. And no my 5G reception is not improved (believe me, I asked my good friends Ted Rappaport and Phil Karn and this is one of the very rare times they actually agreed with each other.) And no you can’t plug in a guitar either. I run Linux and MacOS so tough luck to Bill Gates. Connecticut has relaxed its restrictions and New Jersey is likely going to as well. I’m open to an in person meeting. Ria N2RJ On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:46 PM Mark J Tharp <kb7hdx@gmail.com<mailto:kb7hdx@gmail.com>> wrote: Any chatter about getting together again in July? As perhaps the youngest member of the board, at a ripe ol age of 54, ok, don't everyone choke on their coffee at the same time about that,,,, I have managed to get in under our search and rescue program, and will get my second dose next Friday. In various emails with folks it sounds like many on the board are also making in to get the shot. ?? Mark, HDX _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org<mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv
Well stated, Mickey. I'm scheduled for my second shot tomorrow. 73, Art K0AIZ On 3/10/2021 8:17 AM, Baker, Mickey, N4MB (Dir, SE) wrote:
By July, likely all of us will likely have had an opportunity to be fully vaccinated. I received my second Pfizer dose February 4.
Over 300 million people worldwide have been vaccinated with few side effects.
If one chooses not to get vaccinated, that’s a personal choice. Some people eschew modern medicine for religious purposes. Some simply fear things they don’t understand. Some believe in vast conspiracy theories.
Let’s set an example for the amateur radio community and, given no unforeseen circumstances, I believe we should plan for an in-person meeting.
Mickey N4MB
Get Outlook for iOS <https://aka.ms/o0ukef> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *From:* arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> on behalf of Lee Cooper <w5lhc01@gmail.com> *Sent:* Tuesday, March 9, 2021 9:14:03 PM *To:* Jairam, Ria, N2RJ (Dir, HD) <rjairam@gmail.com> *Cc:* arrl-odv <arrl-odv@arrl.org> *Subject:* [arrl-odv:32107] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July Keep in mind that not all of us are planning on getting any shots. Have managed to go over 50 years without getting either flu shots or the flu. Not quite ready to rush out and get this stuff shot in me. Also, there has been a story that there will be a Tamiflu type medicine coming out in a few months so one can wait until they are actually sick and take their meds.
Lee
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/"He who fears being conquered is sure of defeat" - N.B./
On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:04 PM rjairam@gmail.com <mailto:rjairam@gmail.com> <rjairam@gmail.com <mailto:rjairam@gmail.com>> wrote:
Despite being barely out of college, my state took pity on me and got me two doses of mRNA. The second one is what you need to look out for as I had headaches for a few days.
And no my 5G reception is not improved (believe me, I asked my good friends Ted Rappaport and Phil Karn and this is one of the very rare times they actually agreed with each other.) And no you can’t plug in a guitar either. I run Linux and MacOS so tough luck to Bill Gates.
Connecticut has relaxed its restrictions and New Jersey is likely going to as well.
I’m open to an in person meeting.
Ria N2RJ
On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:46 PM Mark J Tharp <kb7hdx@gmail.com <mailto:kb7hdx@gmail.com>> wrote:
Any chatter about getting together again in July?
As perhaps the youngest member of the board, at a ripe ol age of 54, ok, don't everyone choke on their coffee at the same time about that,,,, I have managed to get in under our search and rescue program, and will get my second dose next Friday.
In various emails with folks it sounds like many on the board are also making in to get the shot.
??
Mark, HDX
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Hello ALL - I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. SimilarlyI plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be somepeople who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections,who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations. I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have beengiven for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If inmy case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unableto travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical details of a hybrid meeting be implemented. Best Regards, 73, Kermit Carlson W9XA On Wednesday, March 10, 2021, 8:18:02 AM CST, Baker, Mickey, N4MB (Dir, SE) <mbaker@arrl.org> wrote: By July, likely all of us will likely have had an opportunity to be fully vaccinated. I received my second Pfizer dose February 4. Over 300 million people worldwide have been vaccinated with few side effects. If one chooses not to get vaccinated, that’s a personal choice. Some people eschew modern medicine for religious purposes. Some simply fear things they don’t understand. Some believe in vast conspiracy theories. Let’s set an example for the amateur radio community and, given no unforeseen circumstances, I believe we should plan for an in-person meeting. Mickey N4MB Get Outlook for iOSFrom: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> on behalf of Lee Cooper <w5lhc01@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 9:14:03 PM To: Jairam, Ria, N2RJ (Dir, HD) <rjairam@gmail.com> Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32107] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July Keep in mind that not all of us are planning on getting any shots. Have managed to go over 50 years without getting either flu shots or the flu. Not quite ready to rush out and get this stuff shot in me. Also, there has been a story that there will be a Tamiflu type medicine coming out in a few months so one can wait until they are actually sick and take their meds. Lee Lee H. Cooper, PMP, CKM, CKF, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB, W5LHC Vice Director, West Gulf Division ARRL - National Association of Amateur Radio w5lhc@arrl.org (512) 658-3910 "He who fears being conquered is sure of defeat" - N.B. On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:04 PM rjairam@gmail.com <rjairam@gmail.com> wrote: Despite being barely out of college, my state took pity on me and got me two doses of mRNA. The second one is what you need to look out for as I had headaches for a few days. And no my 5G reception is not improved (believe me, I asked my good friends Ted Rappaport and Phil Karn and this is one of the very rare times they actually agreed with each other.) And no you can’t plug in a guitar either. I run Linux and MacOS so tough luck to Bill Gates. Connecticut has relaxed its restrictions and New Jersey is likely going to as well. I’m open to an in person meeting. RiaN2RJ On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:46 PM Mark J Tharp <kb7hdx@gmail.com> wrote: Any chatter about getting together again in July? As perhaps the youngest member of the board, at a ripe ol age of 54, ok, don't everyone choke on their coffee at the same time about that,,,, I have managed to get in under our search and rescue program, and will get my second dose next Friday. In various emails with folks it sounds like many on the board are also making in to get the shot. ?? Mark, HDX _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv
I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared. Bud, W2RU
On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
Hello ALL -
I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections, who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations.
I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical details of a hybrid meeting be implemented.
Best Regards,
73, Kermit Carlson W9XA
I agree with Bud on this. The setup in Denver was ideal I think. With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead. Ria N2RJ On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> wrote:
I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared.
Bud, W2RU
On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv < arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
Hello ALL -
I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections, who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations.
I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical details of a hybrid meeting be implemented.
Best Regards,
73, Kermit Carlson W9XA
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I'm in agreement with both Bud and Ria. 73, Art K0AIZ Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ ARRL Midwest Division Director On 3/10/2021 11:27 AM, rjairam@gmail.com wrote:
I agree with Bud on this.
The setup in Denver was ideal I think.
With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead.
Ria N2RJ
On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org <mailto:W2RU@arrl.org>> wrote:
I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared.
Bud, W2RU
On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org <mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org>> wrote:
Hello ALL -
I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections, who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations.
I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical details of a hybrid meeting be implemented.
Best Regards,
73, Kermit Carlson W9XA
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Traditionally our venue at Windsor has only utilized ½ of much larger room. May it be possible to enlarge our meeting room at Windsor to provide safe space by opening the room dividing folding doors? 73, Tom – W3TOM From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of rjairam@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 12:27 PM To: W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32114] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July I agree with Bud on this. The setup in Denver was ideal I think. With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead. Ria N2RJ On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org <mailto:W2RU@arrl.org> > wrote: I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared. Bud, W2RU On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org <mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> > wrote: Hello ALL - I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections, who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations. I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical details of a hybrid meeting be implemented. Best Regards, 73, Kermit Carlson W9XA _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org <mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv
I too thought Denver worked very well in August. That wouldn’t be a bad choice for an July in person/virtual hybrid meeting. 73 David A. Norris, K5UZ Director, Delta Division Sent from my iPhone
On Mar 10, 2021, at 2:56 PM, w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
Traditionally our venue at Windsor has only utilized ½ of much larger room. May it be possible to enlarge our meeting room at Windsor to provide safe space by opening the room dividing folding doors?
73, Tom – W3TOM
From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of rjairam@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 12:27 PM To: W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32114] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
I agree with Bud on this.
The setup in Denver was ideal I think.
With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead.
Ria N2RJ
On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> wrote: I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared.
Bud, W2RU
On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
Hello ALL -
I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections, who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations.
I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical details of a hybrid meeting be implemented.
Best Regards,
73, Kermit Carlson W9XA
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I understand that currently the Winsor solution that I suggested is not available, therefore I think that if Denver is available at this late date it should be considered for our July in person/virtual hybrid Meeting. As Ria mentioned, the setup in Denver was ideal… 73, Tom – W3TOM From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of David Norris via arrl-odv Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 5:13 PM To: w3tom@verizon.net Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32117] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July I too thought Denver worked very well in August. That wouldn’t be a bad choice for an July in person/virtual hybrid meeting. 73 David A. Norris, K5UZ Director, Delta Division Sent from my iPhone On Mar 10, 2021, at 2:56 PM, w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrlorg <mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrlorg> > wrote: Traditionally our venue at Windsor has only utilized ½ of much larger room. May it be possible to enlarge our meeting room at Windsor to provide safe space by opening the room dividing folding doors? 73, Tom – W3TOM From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org <mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> > On Behalf Of rjairam@gmail.com <mailto:rjairam@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 12:27 PM To: W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org <mailto:W2RU@arrl.org> > Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org <mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> > Subject: [arrl-odv:32114] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July I agree with Bud on this. The setup in Denver was ideal I think. With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead. Ria N2RJ On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org <mailto:W2RU@arrl.org> > wrote: I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared. Bud, W2RU On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org <mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> > wrote: Hello ALL - I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections, who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations. I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical details of a hybrid meeting be implemented. Best Regards, 73, Kermit Carlson W9XA _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org <mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org <mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv
Personally, I would rather meet in CT, but only for the reason that I would be able to have meetings with some of the staff members in person while I am there. Keep in mind that while we were in Denver we were divided into three separate rooms, not one large one. I did like the fact that there were other meal options within easy walking distance from the hotel. 73; Mike W7VO
On 03/10/2021 3:44 PM w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
I understand that currently the Winsor solution that I suggested is not available, therefore I think that if Denver is available at this late date it should be considered for our July in person/virtual hybrid Meeting. As Ria mentioned, the setup in Denver was ideal…
73, Tom – W3TOM
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I too thought Denver worked very well in August. That wouldn’t be a bad choice for an July in person/virtual hybrid meeting.
73
David A. Norris, K5UZ
Director, Delta Division
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On Mar 10, 2021, at 2:56 PM, w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrlorg mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrlorg > wrote:
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Traditionally our venue at Windsor has only utilized ½ of much larger room. May it be possible to enlarge our meeting room at Windsor to provide safe space by opening the room dividing folding doors?
73, Tom – W3TOM
From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org > On Behalf Of rjairam@gmail.com mailto:rjairam@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 12:27 PM To: W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org mailto:W2RU@arrl.org > Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org > Subject: [arrl-odv:32114] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
I agree with Bud on this.
The setup in Denver was ideal I think.
With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead.
Ria
N2RJ
On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org mailto:W2RU@arrl.org > wrote:
> > >
I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared.
Bud, W2RU
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On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org mailto:arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org > wrote:
Hello ALL -
I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow
controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly
I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some
people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections,
who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations.
I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been
given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until
full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in
my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable
to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical
details of a hybrid meeting be implemented.
Best Regards,
73, Kermit Carlson W9XA
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I like a 2 hour flight to Denver! Rod Amateur Radio W6ROD ARRL Int’l Affairs Vice President
On Mar 10, 2021, at 4:47 PM, Michael Ritz <w7vo@comcast.net> wrote:
Personally, I would rather meet in CT, but only for the reason that I would be able to have meetings with some of the staff members in person while I am there.
Keep in mind that while we were in Denver we were divided into three separate rooms, not one large one. I did like the fact that there were other meal options within easy walking distance from the hotel.
73; Mike W7VO
On 03/10/2021 3:44 PM w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
I understand that currently the Winsor solution that I suggested is not available, therefore I think that if Denver is available at this late date it should be considered for our July in person/virtual hybrid Meeting. As Ria mentioned, the setup in Denver was ideal…
73, Tom – W3TOM
From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of David Norris via arrl-odv Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 5:13 PM To: w3tom@verizon.net Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32117] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
I too thought Denver worked very well in August. That wouldn’t be a bad choice for an July in person/virtual hybrid meeting.
73
David A. Norris, K5UZ
Director, Delta Division
Sent from my iPhone
On Mar 10, 2021, at 2:56 PM, w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrlorg> wrote:
Traditionally our venue at Windsor has only utilized ½ of much larger room. May it be possible to enlarge our meeting room at Windsor to provide safe space by opening the room dividing folding doors?
73, Tom – W3TOM
From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of rjairam@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 12:27 PM To: W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32114] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
I agree with Bud on this.
The setup in Denver was ideal I think.
With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead.
Ria
N2RJ
On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> wrote:
I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared.
Bud, W2RU
On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
Hello ALL -
I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow
controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly
I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some
people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections,
who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations.
I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been
given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until
full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in
my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable
to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical
details of a hybrid meeting be implemented.
Best Regards,
73, Kermit Carlson W9XA
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One upside to Denver is NOT having to go via ORD :) Downside to Denver, is the new BOD members and the rest of us miss out on the one on ones with staff as Mike noted. I have to imagine the logistics are also harder being in Denver for any committee meetings that typically take place the day before. We are all very capable of doing this remote, but nothing takes the place of face to face discussion. Just my piddly .03 from the back row. Mark, HDX On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 5:46 PM Rod Stafford <w6rod@comcast.net> wrote:
I like a 2 hour flight to Denver! Rod
Amateur Radio W6ROD ARRL Int’l Affairs Vice President
On Mar 10, 2021, at 4:47 PM, Michael Ritz <w7vo@comcast.net> wrote:
Personally, I would rather meet in CT, but only for the reason that I would be able to have meetings with some of the staff members in person while I am there.
Keep in mind that while we were in Denver we were divided into three separate rooms, not one large one. I did like the fact that there were other meal options within easy walking distance from the hotel.
73; Mike W7VO
On 03/10/2021 3:44 PM w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
I understand that currently the Winsor solution that I suggested is not available, therefore I think that if Denver is available at this late date it should be considered for our July in person/virtual hybrid Meeting. As Ria mentioned, the setup in Denver was ideal…
73, Tom – W3TOM
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I too thought Denver worked very well in August. That wouldn’t be a bad choice for an July in person/virtual hybrid meeting.
73
David A. Norris, K5UZ
Director, Delta Division
Sent from my iPhone
On Mar 10, 2021, at 2:56 PM, w3tom--- via arrl-odv < arrl-odv@reflector.arrlorg> wrote:
Traditionally our venue at Windsor has only utilized ½ of much larger room. May it be possible to enlarge our meeting room at Windsor to provide safe space by opening the room dividing folding doors?
73, Tom – W3TOM
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I agree with Bud on this.
The setup in Denver was ideal I think.
With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead.
Ria
N2RJ
On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> wrote:
I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared.
Bud, W2RU
On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv < arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
Hello ALL -
I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow
controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly
I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some
people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections,
who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations.
I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been
given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until
full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in
my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable
to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical
details of a hybrid meeting be implemented.
Best Regards,
73, Kermit Carlson W9XA
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My preference is Connecticut — for the various reasons put forth so far, and more. But I freely confess I have no idea what the current CT rules for travelers and gatherings are, or what they’re likely to be by July. Bud, W2RU
While I stand second to no one on the thought that New England is the best place in the world to be in July, I’m OK with Denver this one time. BTW, other good months to be in New England are January, December, February, November, March, October, April, September, May, August, and June. Fred Hopengarten, Esq. K1VR Six Willarch Road Lincoln, MA 01773 781.259.0088, k1vr@arrl.org New England Director cid:a4a12f0b-0468-4a39-b953-31b2a3da8564 Serving ME, NH, VT, MA, RI and CT From: arrl-odv [mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org] On Behalf Of Mark J Tharp Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 8:55 PM To: Rod Stafford Cc: arrl-odv; Michael Ritz Subject: [arrl-odv:32121] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July One upside to Denver is NOT having to go via ORD :) Downside to Denver, is the new BOD members and the rest of us miss out on the one on ones with staff as Mike noted. I have to imagine the logistics are also harder being in Denver for any committee meetings that typically take place the day before. We are all very capable of doing this remote, but nothing takes the place of face to face discussion. Just my piddly .03 from the back row. Mark, HDX On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 5:46 PM Rod Stafford <w6rod@comcast.net> wrote: I like a 2 hour flight to Denver! Rod Amateur Radio W6ROD ARRL Int’l Affairs Vice President On Mar 10, 2021, at 4:47 PM, Michael Ritz <w7vo@comcast.net> wrote: Personally, I would rather meet in CT, but only for the reason that I would be able to have meetings with some of the staff members in person while I am there. Keep in mind that while we were in Denver we were divided into three separate rooms, not one large one. I did like the fact that there were other meal options within easy walking distance from the hotel. 73; Mike W7VO On 03/10/2021 3:44 PM w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote: I understand that currently the Winsor solution that I suggested is not available, therefore I think that if Denver is available at this late date it should be considered for our July in person/virtual hybrid Meeting. As Ria mentioned, the setup in Denver was ideal… 73, Tom – W3TOM From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of David Norris via arrl-odv Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 5:13 PM To: w3tom@verizon.net Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32117] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July I too thought Denver worked very well in August. That wouldn’t be a bad choice for an July in person/virtual hybrid meeting. 73 David A. Norris, K5UZ Director, Delta Division Sent from my iPhone On Mar 10, 2021, at 2:56 PM, w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrlorg> wrote: Traditionally our venue at Windsor has only utilized ½ of much larger room. May it be possible to enlarge our meeting room at Windsor to provide safe space by opening the room dividing folding doors? 73, Tom – W3TOM From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of rjairam@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 12:27 PM To: W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32114] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July I agree with Bud on this. The setup in Denver was ideal I think. With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead. Ria N2RJ On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> wrote: I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared. Bud, W2RU On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote: Hello ALL - I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections, who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations. I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical details of a hybrid meeting be implemented. 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Most of you probably know this but the Board used to meet in March and October. In my mind, the two perfect times of the year to be in New England. Rod Amateur Radio W6ROD ARRL Int’l Affairs Vice President
On Mar 10, 2021, at 6:35 PM, Fred Hopengarten <hopengarten@post.harvard.edu> wrote:
While I stand second to no one on the thought that New England is the best place in the world to be in July, I’m OK with Denver this one time.
BTW, other good months to be in New England are January, December, February, November, March, October, April, September, May, August, and June.
Fred Hopengarten, Esq. K1VR Six Willarch Road Lincoln, MA 01773 781.259.0088, k1vr@arrl.org
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From: arrl-odv [mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org] On Behalf Of Mark J Tharp Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 8:55 PM To: Rod Stafford Cc: arrl-odv; Michael Ritz Subject: [arrl-odv:32121] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
One upside to Denver is NOT having to go via ORD :) Downside to Denver, is the new BOD members and the rest of us miss out on the one on ones with staff as Mike noted. I have to imagine the logistics are also harder being in Denver for any committee meetings that typically take place the day before. We are all very capable of doing this remote, but nothing takes the place of face to face discussion.
Just my piddly .03 from the back row.
Mark, HDX
On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 5:46 PM Rod Stafford <w6rod@comcast.net> wrote: I like a 2 hour flight to Denver! Rod
Amateur Radio W6ROD ARRL Int’l Affairs Vice President
On Mar 10, 2021, at 4:47 PM, Michael Ritz <w7vo@comcast.net> wrote:
Personally, I would rather meet in CT, but only for the reason that I would be able to have meetings with some of the staff members in person while I am there.
Keep in mind that while we were in Denver we were divided into three separate rooms, not one large one. I did like the fact that there were other meal options within easy walking distance from the hotel.
73; Mike W7VO On 03/10/2021 3:44 PM w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
I understand that currently the Winsor solution that I suggested is not available, therefore I think that if Denver is available at this late date it should be considered for our July in person/virtual hybrid Meeting. As Ria mentioned, the setup in Denver was ideal…
73, Tom – W3TOM
From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of David Norris via arrl-odv Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 5:13 PM To: w3tom@verizon.net Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32117] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
I too thought Denver worked very well in August. That wouldn’t be a bad choice for an July in person/virtual hybrid meeting.
73
David A. Norris, K5UZ Director, Delta Division
Sent from my iPhone
On Mar 10, 2021, at 2:56 PM, w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrlorg> wrote:
Traditionally our venue at Windsor has only utilized ½ of much larger room. May it be possible to enlarge our meeting room at Windsor to provide safe space by opening the room dividing folding doors?
73, Tom – W3TOM
From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of rjairam@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 12:27 PM To: W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32114] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
I agree with Bud on this.
The setup in Denver was ideal I think.
With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead.
Ria N2RJ
On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> wrote: I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared.
Bud, W2RU
On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
Hello ALL -
I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections, who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations.
I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical details of a hybrid meeting be implemented.
Best Regards,
73, Kermit Carlson W9XA
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On Mar 10, 2021, at 8:49 PM, Rod Stafford <w6rod@comcast.net> wrote:
Most of you probably know this but the Board used to meet in March and October. In my mind, the two perfect times of the year to be in New England. Rod
Amateur Radio W6ROD ARRL Int’l Affairs Vice President
On Mar 10, 2021, at 6:35 PM, Fred Hopengarten <hopengarten@post.harvard.edu> wrote:
While I stand second to no one on the thought that New England is the best place in the world to be in July, I’m OK with Denver this one time.
BTW, other good months to be in New England are January, December, February, November, March, October, April, September, May, August, and June.
Fred Hopengarten, Esq. K1VR Six Willarch Road Lincoln, MA 01773 781.259.0088, k1vr@arrl.org
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From: arrl-odv [mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org] On Behalf Of Mark J Tharp Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 8:55 PM To: Rod Stafford Cc: arrl-odv; Michael Ritz Subject: [arrl-odv:32121] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
One upside to Denver is NOT having to go via ORD :) Downside to Denver, is the new BOD members and the rest of us miss out on the one on ones with staff as Mike noted. I have to imagine the logistics are also harder being in Denver for any committee meetings that typically take place the day before. We are all very capable of doing this remote, but nothing takes the place of face to face discussion.
Just my piddly .03 from the back row.
Mark, HDX
On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 5:46 PM Rod Stafford <w6rod@comcast.net> wrote: I like a 2 hour flight to Denver! Rod
Amateur Radio W6ROD ARRL Int’l Affairs Vice President
On Mar 10, 2021, at 4:47 PM, Michael Ritz <w7vo@comcast.net> wrote:
Personally, I would rather meet in CT, but only for the reason that I would be able to have meetings with some of the staff members in person while I am there.
Keep in mind that while we were in Denver we were divided into three separate rooms, not one large one. I did like the fact that there were other meal options within easy walking distance from the hotel.
73; Mike W7VO On 03/10/2021 3:44 PM w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
I understand that currently the Winsor solution that I suggested is not available, therefore I think that if Denver is available at this late date it should be considered for our July in person/virtual hybrid Meeting. As Ria mentioned, the setup in Denver was ideal…
73, Tom – W3TOM
From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of David Norris via arrl-odv Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 5:13 PM To: w3tom@verizon.net Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32117] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
I too thought Denver worked very well in August. That wouldn’t be a bad choice for an July in person/virtual hybrid meeting.
73
David A. Norris, K5UZ Director, Delta Division
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On Mar 10, 2021, at 2:56 PM, w3tom--- via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrlorg> wrote:
Traditionally our venue at Windsor has only utilized ½ of much larger room. May it be possible to enlarge our meeting room at Windsor to provide safe space by opening the room dividing folding doors?
73, Tom – W3TOM
From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of rjairam@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 12:27 PM To: W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32114] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July
I agree with Bud on this.
The setup in Denver was ideal I think.
With that in mind, are we really married to Windsor for the next meeting? If another venue can provide better safety measures I wouldn’t mind going there instead.
Ria N2RJ
On Wed, Mar 10, 2021 at 12:14 PM W2RU - ARRL <W2RU@arrl.org> wrote: I agree with Kermit, but I would not make planning a hybrid meeting “conditional” on anything — I suggest that any in-person July Board and Committee meetings should be planned and implemented as hybrid meetings from the beginning. Far easier and safer to let some remote-participation electronics gear sit idle than to attempt to jerry-rig a hybrid set-up at the last minute. (Yes, I understand there is a cost associated with a hybrid set-up.) Also, for the time being, at least, I believe microphones at an in-person meeting should not be shared.
Bud, W2RU
On Mar 10, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Kermit Carlson via arrl-odv <arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org> wrote:
Hello ALL -
I do agree that the shot will provide a path forward to allow controlled group gatherings with vaccinated individuals. Similarly I plan to be vaccinated as soon as possible - but there might be some people who are on the shot-clock after long-term symptoms of infections, who for medical reasons will be delayed in obtaining the vaccinations.
I do happen to be in that group and the advice that I have been given for a possible timeline might allow for the two-week wait until full efficacy after the second application of the Pfizer vaccine. If in my case that timeline does not hold and for anyone else similarly unable to travel to Newington then I certainly would demand that the technical details of a hybrid meeting be implemented.
Best Regards,
73, Kermit Carlson W9XA
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David is monitoring the situation in Connecticut and for facilities, too. Conditions are changing rapidly and hopefully will continue to improve. I plan to call our usual spring EC meeting in a few weeks and we will make a decision then. Rick -----Original Message----- From: Baker, Mickey, N4MB (Dir, SE) <mbaker@arrl.org> To: Jairam, Ria, N2RJ (Dir, HD) <rjairam@gmail.com>; Cooper, Lee, W5LHC (VD, WG) <w5lhc01@gmail.com> Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@arrl.org> Sent: Wed, Mar 10, 2021 8:17 am Subject: [arrl-odv:32108] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July By July, likely all of us will likely have had an opportunity to be fully vaccinated. I received my second Pfizer dose February 4. Over 300 million people worldwide have been vaccinated with few side effects. If one chooses not to get vaccinated, that’s a personal choice. Some people eschew modern medicine for religious purposes. Some simply fear things they don’t understand. Some believe in vast conspiracy theories. Let’s set an example for the amateur radio community and, given no unforeseen circumstances, I believe we should plan for an in-person meeting. Mickey N4MB Get Outlook for iOSFrom: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> on behalf of Lee Cooper <w5lhc01@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 9:14:03 PM To: Jairam, Ria, N2RJ (Dir, HD) <rjairam@gmail.com> Cc: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@arrl.org> Subject: [arrl-odv:32107] Re: Covid, "the shot" and Connecticut in July Keep in mind that not all of us are planning on getting any shots. Have managed to go over 50 years without getting either flu shots or the flu. Not quite ready to rush out and get this stuff shot in me. Also, there has been a story that there will be a Tamiflu type medicine coming out in a few months so one can wait until they are actually sick and take their meds. LeeLee H. Cooper, PMP, CKM, CKF, CSM, ITILv3, LSSGB, W5LHC Vice Director, West Gulf Division ARRL - National Association of Amateur Radio w5lhc@arrl.org (512) 658-3910"He who fears being conquered is sure of defeat" - N.B. On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:04 PM rjairam@gmail.com <rjairam@gmail.com> wrote: Despite being barely out of college, my state took pity on me and got me two doses of mRNA. The second one is what you need to look out for as I had headaches for a few days. And no my 5G reception is not improved (believe me, I asked my good friends Ted Rappaport and Phil Karn and this is one of the very rare times they actually agreed with each other.) And no you can’t plug in a guitar either. I run Linux and MacOS so tough luck to Bill Gates. Connecticut has relaxed its restrictions and New Jersey is likely going to as well. I’m open to an in person meeting. RiaN2RJ On Tue, Mar 9, 2021 at 8:46 PM Mark J Tharp <kb7hdx@gmail.com> wrote: Any chatter about getting together again in July? As perhaps the youngest member of the board, at a ripe ol age of 54, ok, don't everyone choke on their coffee at the same time about that,,,, I have managed to get in under our search and rescue program, and will get my second dose next Friday. In various emails with folks it sounds like many on the board are also making in to get the shot. ?? Mark, HDX _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv _______________________________________________ arrl-odv mailing list arrl-odv@reflector.arrl.org https://reflector.arrl.org/mailman/listinfo/arrl-odv
participants (15)
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Arthur I. Zygielbaum -
Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ -
Baker, Mickey, N4MB (Dir, SE) -
David Norris -
Fred Hopengarten -
k5ur＠aol.com -
Kermit Carlson -
Lee Cooper -
Mark J Tharp -
Michael Ritz -
Mike Raisbeck -
rjairam＠gmail.com -
Rod Stafford -
W2RU - ARRL -
w3tom＠verizon.net