From a Pacific Northwest perspective, I favor a location a bit closer such as Dallas, Phoenix, or a warmer (read not much snow) spot. I understand the issues surrounding staff travel but what staff do we really need in attendance? One trip to HQ per year is enough for me! It is a full day of travel to the east coast and, given planning, the air fare can be pretty reasonable to other places. However, isn't there a rule that says the business meeting needs to be in the Hartford area? Jim K9JF ----- Original Message ----- From: w5jbp@aol.com To: arrl-odv Sent: Wednesday, October 05, 2005 6:09 AM Subject: [arrl-odv:13138] January Meeting

It is time to consider the location of the January board meeting. For the last two years we have not been fortunate from the weather standpoint. Last January 21 of us were stranded for an extra day due to the airport being closed. I have not discussed this with Barry Shelley, but a guess would be that the cost was in the area of an extra 5K. I know that many of you like to harass the staff, but another location that is not so prone to snow and cold weather (Dallas) might be something you want to consider. What are your thoughts? Jim Haynie, W5JBP