Called to order at 19:32. Zoom link was expired and we could not generate a new link on short notice, so sorry to anyone trying to meet us on Zoom tonight.
Review of May Meeting Minutes
Sam KG9NG moved to accept, Matt NM9O seconded. Passed without objection.
Treasurers Report
Checking balance is $8,043.67. Recent transactions include dues received, payments for Field Day food and filing of Annual Report
Guests
KD9ZKI Patrick
Erick, studying for his license
VE Report
There was a VE Session in July, 4 candidates walked away with licenses.
Bragging Rights/Upgrades/Call Sign Changes
Sam KI5POE made all 50 states on FT8
Upcoming Opportunities
- Central States VHF Society Conference 2024 Cedar Rapids, IA July 25-27, 2024 [https://2024.csvhfs.org/]
- Dairyland Dare Bike Event Support August 3, 2024 [KC9IFF Luke]
- Circus City Swapfest Baraboo, WI August 24, 2024
- Bike the Barns Bike Event Support September 15, 2024 [KC9UNZ Jeff]
- Badger Challenge Bike Event Support September 22, 2024 [KD9SDK Kyle]
- Chicago Marathon Event Support Chicago IL October 13, 2024 [WA9CBR Tom]
Old Business
Work on April J-Pole tuning continues.
ICOM 706 Radio has been found and returned to FLARC inventory
New Business
Continue to seek Secretary and VE Liaison. If you have interest, contact Steve W9GZO
August Fox Hunt - looking for those who want to seek out the fox. Thomas WN1C will be hiding. Meet August 20, 7pm at the parking lot outside First Business Bank, 401 Charmany Dr, Madison, WI 53719
We are beginning planning for a Holiday Party in December. If you are interested in helping to coordinate, contact Steve W9GZO
Announcements
None
Program for July Meeting - Review of Field Day
Matt NM9O led discussion of several items to consider for next year
Bands: 15, 20, 40, 80 meter on Quad-Plexer, 2, 6 and 10 meter on standalone antennas. Modes: SSB, CW, FT8, FT4
Winter Field Day - January 25 & 26, 2025.
Adjournment of Meeting
Sam KI5POE moved to Adjourn, Matt NM9O seconded. Adjourned at 20:34