Program
Michael KB9VBR on Solar Power and Amateur Radio
Business meeting
Called to order by Sam KG9NG at 20:18
February 21, 2023 minutes read by Andy AC9CB, no corrections. Motion to approve by Thomas AC9BJ, seconded by Nicholas KB9SKW. No objections.
Treasurer's report
Checking Balance $7265.28
Recent transactions include payment of insurance premium,
Report received with motion by Thomas AC9BJ, seconded by Nicholas KB9SKW
VE Report
6 candidates walked away with successful exams. There were more VEs present than candidates. We continue to look for a replacement VE Coordinator. Contact Ron K2VB or Sam KG9NG
Bragging
Matt NM9O and Thomas AC9BJ did not freeze to death while operating outdoor in Jackson County for the Wisconsin QSO Party
Nicholas KB9SKW made about 160 contacts in the Wisconsin QSO Party
Matt KD9DZT received an award from Wisconsin Parks on the Air for 1st Place as Not in a Park Operator
Call sign changes & Upgrades
Thomas WN1C was previously AB1YW
Steve KD9WNS is a new Extra and will be getting a new call sign
Field Day Committee Report
Badger Prairie Park has been reserved for Field Day June 24-25
The regular FLARC Meeting in June will be at the park (June 20)
Matt NM9O will be sending an email to the fdops list to set up a committee meeting.
Announcements
MARA Hamfest is returning April 15th in Stoughton. They are looking for volunteers to assist. There will be a VE session at 10am - also looking for a couple more VEs to assist, contact Sam KG9NG.
There is a Hamfest this weekend in Milwaukee at the Elks Lodge on Good Hope Rd across from HRO. March 25th. w9hr.org
It is possible we will go to in-person meeting in July at Space Place. The room is currently occupied during our meeting time. Look for announcements.
New Business
Call for nominations was made for President, Vice President and Secretary, but none offered.
Applause for Nicholas KB9SKW for lining up great presenters over the past few months. Thank you.
Motion to close meeting by Nicholas KB9SKW, seconded by Matt NM9O.
Meeting adjourned at 20:32