13 March Meeing Minutes

 

 

JSARS Business Meeting Minutes

13 March 2025

 

  • Meeting came to order at 19:00.

  • Pledge of Allegiance and Moment of Silence, followed by roll call.

  • READING OF MINUTES Secretary, John, KC2KTH, read minutes from the last meeting. Motion to accept by N2LGS, John, seconded by Chris, K2HVE.

  • TREASURY REPORT Joe, N2JRJ, gave treasury report, [DETAIL]. Motion to accept by Steve, KD2ZJG, seconded by Jerry, K2MD.

  • TRAFFIC NET REPORT for month of February presented by Charlie, N1CRR. Motion to accept by KD9BVC, Tom and seconded by Brian, WA2FAX.

    • 472 check-ins

    • 29/29 messages in/out

    • 453 minutes

    • 28 sessions

    • 500 participants

    • Round table totals 45 participants, 197 minutes

  • LOCAL NEWS AND RADIO REPORT

    • WA2FAX informed that KC2QLB, Tom Eccles, former JSARS member, has passed.

    • Also provided information on VA QSA happening on 15 March, reminded us of lunar eclipse tonight, and mentioned complications when DX expidition events do not operated split causing chaos on freq.

    • K2HVE discussed significant POTA activity – very popular activity. Also mentioned good band conditions especially on 10m.

  • OLD BUSINESS

    • K2MD informed us that the First United Methodist Church is holding a rummage sale in April, and this may be a good recipient of our donated clothing. All agreed and Jerry will follow up with the church to see if they are interested in the clothing.

  • NEW BUSINESS

    • KD2PGP informed us that a Drake R4B was donated to the club, and that he would like this radio setup in a dedicated radio room space with other equipment.

    • KD9BVC suggested we send flowers to the family of KC2QLB. Joan suggested a plant instead. All agreed depending on cost. Tom will proceed with this on behalf of the club.

    • KD9BVC informed that the Parks Department has asked if the club would consider moving downstairs to allow the upstairs area to be used for community events nightly. The complications around logistics were discussed, including rerouting of antenna feedlines. Also, the noise and echo in the lower building level makes it difficult to hear during meetings. Joan pointed out that lacking a kitchen downstairs would be another complication.

    • KD9BVC proposed lifetime memberships for multiple long-time members who have made significant contributions to the club. All in attendance agreed.

  • Meeting Closed at 19:36 with 16 attendees, so moved by Bill, KD2MZM, seconded by John, N2LGS.

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