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November 11, 2021

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held November 11, 2021 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma

The meeting was opened at 7:00 pm with the pledge of allegiance.
Officers were
President Michael Glennon KB4JHU absent
Vice president Sam Crimm KN4ZLR present
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG absent
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present


 

Due to the absence of the president. Vice President Sam Crimm conducted the meeting.

George Stone read the minutes of the last meeting and they were approved.

A motion to suspend the reading of the treasurers report was passed.

There was a discussion of where to have the Christmas Party. There was a consensus to have it at Gondola Restaurant in Tullahoma at 6:00PM, December 9, 2021. Sam Crimm will contact them and George Stone will publicize after confirmation. There was a discussion of ham fest. We need to discuss with Michael Glennon concerning duties and a chairman.

Larry Cagle K4WLO reported on the 145.10/70 repeater. It is working OK. Friday he will relocate the batteries and bury coax. The APRS has been temporarily remove them from the site. George Stone gave a brief report on the history of amateur radio call signs. Jarred Jones KK4BBG donate a ARRL banner to the club. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 PM

 

 

MAY 13, 2021

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held May 13, 2021 at 7:00 pm at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma

The meeting was opened at 7:00 pm with the pledge of allegiance.
Officers were
President Michael Glennon KB4JHU present
Vice president Randy Bee W4WRB present
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG present
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present

There was an introduction of guests

Michael Glennon read the upcoming ham fests and contests. Randy noted that several of the club members and QRP enthusiasts will be camping at Monte Sano State Park during the Huntsville hamfest . The following Saturday after the Huntsville hamfest will be the Short Mountain Repeater Club tail gate at Cedars of Lebanon State Park.

Michael Glennon gave a program on Parks on the Air.

George Stone read the minutes of the April 8, 2021 meeting. There was a motion to accept by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Len House KT4XY. The motion passed.

Michael Boyea gave the treasury report. There was a motion to accept by Tom Baskin AF4JJ, second by Bob Payne KC4FV. The motion passed.

There was a motion by Michael Boyea, second by George Stone to call the ham fest the Buddy Richison KA4DLW hamfest. The motion passed. There was a motion by George Stone, second by Rick Parsons K4EMH to donate $50.00 to the First Presbyterian Church in Buddy Richisons’ memory. The motion passed.

Committee reports. Larry Cagle K4DLW gave a report on the 146.10/70 repeater. The battery system is being moved and upgrading the solar system and the mounting. The lock has been changed to the property entrance and we will get the code for it. The road will also be upgraded.

There was a discussion on having a tailgate in Manchester on Sept. 18, 2021. George Stone will make contact for possible location at Southern Foods Parking lot.

Larry Cagle gave a Field day report and said more volunteers are needed. It was suggested that we purchased food. Michael Glennon will coordinate bonus points.

Old business – Election of officers. There was a motion by Sam Crim KN4ZLR, second by Larry Cagle to elect the uncontested offices by acclimation. The motion passed and the president, secretary and treasurer were duly reelected. There was a vote for vice president between the candidates of Randy Bee and Sam Crim. Sam Crim was elected by a vote of 11 to Randy Bee’s 6.

New business- There is a STEM event at the AEDC model airplane field on June 26, 2021. There are new radio frequency rules out and we need to review out stations. There was a discussion on amateur radio license testing and getting a regular schedule. George Stone will contact Richard Claing W1RGC and ask if he will coordinate and publicize. There was a discussion on meeting places.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 PM.

 

 

November 12, 2020

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held November 12, 2020 6:00 pm on the air due to Corona virus restrictions

The meeting was opened at 7:00 pm on the 146.10/70 repeater
Officers were
President Michael Glennon KB4JHU present
Vice president Randy Bee W4WRB present
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG present
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present

Barry Bee KK4MKH announce the Hospital net on next Thursday at noon.

Michael Glennon read the upcoming hamfests.

There will be a Fox Hunt by MTARS at 1:00 pm on Nov. 14, 2020 at Wagner Park in Tullanoma.

The minutes from the October meeting were read and approved without objection.

Tom Baskin AF4JJ, Frank Denk KA9J, and Larry Cagle K4WLO are working on batteries for repeater and gathering equipment...The digital Fusion repeater on 444.650 located at the 911 site is going on line Friday.

Michael Glennon talked to the city of Tullahoma about at tailgate hamfest at Wagner park. All things are in place and the papers are with the city.

Michael Glennon talked to a lawyer Jerry Ewell Jr. about what is necessary for 501-c-3 filing. We need to have an accountant sit down with the executive committee. .

Michael Boyea will be the hamfest chairman. Michel Glennon will be in charge of table/tailgate sales..

There was a motion by George Stone, second by Randy Bee to donate a book to the library in memory of past secretary and silent key Carol Pratt KI4QWM. The motion passed.

Sam Crimm KN4ZLR will check on location for Christmas party.

Michael Boyea has sent hamfest information to ARRL.

David Satterwhite KE7TXC volunteered to hamfest testing.

There is a new ham and member in Manchester Keith Demell N2PDJ.

Beverly Phillip’s (KN4QWA) son was released from the hospital and is doing well.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 7:38 pm.

 

August 8, 2019

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held August 8, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, The meeting opened at 7:02 pm. With the pledge of allegiance
Officers were
President Michael Glennon KB4JHU present
Vice president Randy Bee W4WRB present
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG absent
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present

Michael Glennon read up coming hamfest and contests.

A program was given by Jack Hennon W4OWX and Jackie Green N4MJG on Morse Code and Jackie’s key collection.

Mike Hamby will do a program on APRS at next meeting.

George Stone read minutes of the previous meeting . There was a motion to approve by Bill Craig KI6WYN, second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG. Motion passed.

The treasurer’s report was not given due to the absence of the treasurer.

Tom Baskin AFG4JJ gave the technical report on our repeaters and trailer. There was a motion by George Stone second by Tina Rigsby AK4AX to appropriate $500 to refurbish the trailer. The motion passed.

There was a discussion about MTARS shirts and hats.

George Stone said tha Coffee County CERT was giving amateur license training and testing. George will email details.

There is still work on Buddy Richison K4WLO’s tower and left over items. Michael Glennon will coordinate.

It was mentioned that Jack and Back will be held Oct 5 and 6.

There was a question about the Manchester triathlon. George Stone will check on details. The was a motion to support it by Tina Rigsby , second by Jarred Jones. Motion passed..

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:25 PM

 

April 11, 2019

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held April 11, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, The meeting opened at 7:00 pm. With the pledge of allegiance
Officers were
President Randy Bee W4WRB absent
Vice president Michael Glennon KB4JHU absent
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG Present
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present

Due to the absence of president an vice president the meeting was conducted by George Stone. There were 13 members present.

Tom Basking AF4JJ gave a report on the Keith Springs repeater agreement with the Keith Springs Community Club. No written copy could be found. There was a motion by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Beverly Phillips KN4QNA that Tom Baskin write up an agreement and with approval of t the executive committee this be given to the Keith Springs Community club for a record. The motion passed.

There was a discussion on providing radios for new hams. This had been previously approved. Mike Boyea will purchase more if needed.

There was a motion by Jarred Jones, second by Bob Payne KC4FV to accept the slate of new club officers as given in the previous meeting and elect them by acclimation. The motion passed.

The officers for the coming year are

President Michael Glennon KB4JHU

Vice President Randy Bee W4WRB

Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG

Secretary George Stone WD4CYV

There was no list of upcoming hamfest but it was mentioned that the Dayton Hamfest was in May.

George Stone read minutes of March 2019 meeting taken by Tom Baskin. There was motion by Jarred Jones, second by Bob Payne to accept with some minor corrections. The motion passed.

Michael Boyea gave treasures report. There was motion to accept by Bob Payne, second by Jarred Jones. The motion passed.

Michael Hamby KI4UJY announced there is Boy Scout event o April 27 at Camp Arrowhead in which he will participate and encouraged members to contact him.

Dave Satterwhite KE7TXC gave an up date on Field Day activities. Old Stone Fort State Park has been contacted and our site has been reserved for June 22 and 23, 2019. There were discussions on signage, flyers, radios, food committee, station list sign up etc.

George Stone will print out field day rules for Dave. There was a motion to adjourn by Beverly Phillips, second by Tom Baskin. Motion passed . The meeting adjourned at 8:40 PM.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:44 PM

 

February 14, 2019

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held February 14, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, The meeting opened at 7:03 pm. With the pledge of allegiance
Officers were
President Randy Bee W4WRB present
Vice president Michael Glennon KB4JHU absent
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG Present
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present


 


We opened with introduction for Len Hauser KT4XY and Scott Snow who were guests.
Randy Bee read upcoming hamfest and contests.
There were no announcements
There was a motion by Larry Cage K4WLO , second by John Brokaw W4KIN to dispense with reading of previous meetings minutes. The motion passed
Michael Boyea gave an abbreviated treasurers report. There was a motion to accept by George Stone, second Larry Cagle. The motion passed.
Tom Baskin AF4JJ gave a repeater report.
Randy Bee appointed nominating committee of Mike Hamby KI4UJY( chairman) Larry Cagle, and Jarred Jones KK4BBG.
Larry Cagle gave a report on upcoming hamfest. He gave a report on hamfest door prizes. There was a motion to approve $495 for prizes by Michael Boyea, second by George Stone. The motion passed.
We will meet at hamfest site at 3:30 on Friday night to set up.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:44 PM
 

 

January 19, 2019

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held January 19, 2019 at the First

Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, The meeting opened at 7:03 pm. With the pledge of

allegiance

Officers were

President Randy Bee W4WRB present

Vice president Michael Glennon KB4JHU absent

Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG Present

Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present

Guests and new hams Nicholas Whitmire KN4QWF and Beverly Phillips KN4QNA were

introduced. Betty Merrell KN4QNB was also a new ham. The club members also gave

introductions.

Randy Bee read upcoming hamfest and contests.

Larry Cagle K4WLO gave an update on repeater, Echo Link and the 440 repeater.

George Stone read the November 2018 minutes which Tom Baskin AF4JJ had taken. A

motion was made to remove the dollar amounts and accept by Bill Craig KI6WYN and second

by Barry Bee KK4MKH, the motion passed.

Michael Boyea wrote a check to the First Presbyterian Church as a memorial to past

deceased hams Gerry Porter, Bob McCoy, Ian Haynes and Bill Hoehl and in honor of Buddy

Richeson KA4DLW and appreciation for our meeting area.

Michael Boyea gave the treasurers report. There was a motion to accept by Jarred Jones

KK4BBG, second by Mitch Rickles WA4IRU, motion passed.

Technical Committee Michael Boyea reported the Echo Link is at Bob Brockway’s W2CI at

907 South Main Street in Estill Springs. Larry Cagle comment we need to refine, update and

delete items from inventory.

Tom Baskin requested $2000 for digital repeater. A motion was made to appropriate $2000

for the digital repeater by Mitch Rickles, second by Bob Payne KC4FV. The motion passed.

There was a survey of the 19 members present of their digital capability, 8 had Fusion, 4 had

DMR, 2 had Dstar and 6 had hot spot (open Modes)

Tom Baskin said he needs an Echo Link equipment list.

A Technical Committee meeting is scheduled for Thursday Jan 24 at KFC in Tullahoma at

6:00 PM

Larry Cagle gave a brief report on the hamfest.

Old Business Randy Bee has found a tower climber.

Frank Denk KA9J reported on the 10/70 repeater usage. It is being recorded and is used

about 1 hour daily.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 9:34 PM

 

December 2018

No meeting, Christmas Party 

 

 

November 08, 2018  

MTARS Minutes     

Called to order at 19:02 Hours

·         AF4JJ presided at the request of the President who could not attend

·         KE4KMG Treasure present

·         Eight members and one guest present

·         Pledge to the flag

 Motion (by KK4BBG) and seconded (by K4WLO) to dispense with Minutes and Treasures Report. Motion carried by voice vote. KE4KMG commented that there was $12753.77 in Savings account and over $523.14 in Checking account.

 ·         MTARS Hamfest comments and “MORE TO COME”

·         Comments about “Hospital Net”

 Program

·         W4WLO discussed some of the “NEW” digital mode/formats with comments on “JT8, WSTR, and satellite ops”.

 Committee Reports

·         Inventory--- inventory sheets requested during last meeting were passed out.

·         Technical--- Duplexer that was removed from storage has been examined and is being equaled for possible upgrade.

·         Hamfest--- KE4KMG in cooking, Chris(who?) has volunteered.

·         Christmas Parity--- will be at Gondola(sp?) second Thursday of December. Gifs in question.

 OLD Business

·         Technical committee was asked to consider “Linking repeaters”.

New Business

·         NIL

 Adjourned at 20:20

Respectively submitted by AF4JJ

 

 

October 11, 2018  

 MTARS Minutes

Called to order at 19:00 hours

 

·         W4WRB only officer

·         Pledge to flag

·         Upcoming hamfest announced

·         Upcoming contest announced

·         Comments on the “Hospital Net”

·         Eleven in attendence

 Program

·       W4OWX lead comments about WWV

No minutes from last month read

No Treasurer’s report given

Committee reports

·       Tech committee - Comments about repeater coordination

·       Inventory committee - need copies of current Inventory List

·       Hamfest – need sub-committee chairmen

OLD BUSINESS – nil

NEW BUSINESS

·         Comments about LINKING repeaters

·         ECHOLINK comments

·         “Christmas Party” comments -will continue to be second Thursday in December

 

Adjourned at 20:45

 

Respectively submitted by AF4JJ

 

August 9, 2018

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held August 9, 2018 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, The meeting opened at 7:03 pm. With the pledge of allegiance
Officers were
President Randy Bee W4WRB present
Vice president Michael Glennon KB4JHU absent
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG absent
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present

Randy Bee read upcoming hamfest and contests.

Mike Hamby KI4UJYT had announcements of Moore County Emergency Contaminator drill Sept 7., Jack and Back Oct 6 and 7, Makers Faire in Nashville, 2414 Highland Ave, Nashville, Tn 37212. The web site is www.makerfaire.com

Tom Baskin AF4JJ announced there were special rates for Huntsville Hamfest hotels and the hamfest tickets are $10.00.

Tom Baskin gave a technical committee report. They are putting up antennas with contractor at Comm Center. Larry Cagle K4WLO will present program on putting up wires.

There was a motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the previous meeting by Mike Boyea, second by Frank Denk KA9J , motion passed.

Michael Boyea gave treasurers report. There was a motion to accept by George Stone, second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG. Motion passed.

Mike Boyea gave an update on echo link.

There were suggestions for hamfest, 1. Skywarn program 2. Vendor gift certificates

There was a suggestion that we revise our list of inventory. Randy Bee appointed Michael Boyear, Larry Cagle and Tom Baskin to assist him.

George Stone reported that a letter had been sent to the ranger at Old Stone Fort Park thanking them for the use of the facility.

New Business . There was a question on the rectification of the 443.950 repeater. We will receive update later

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:04 PM

 

July12, 2018

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held July 12, 2018 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, The meeting opened at 7:00 pm. With the pledge of allegiance
Officers were
President Randy Bee W4WRB present
Vice president Michael Glennon KB4JHU absent
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG absent
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present


There was an introduction of guests. Dave Satterwhite KA7TXE and Betty Merrell both from Huntland.

Randy Bee read upcoming hamfest and contests.

Tom Baskin AF4JJ has a tale at Huntsville hamfest and club members may use. Donations toward rental fee would be appreciated.

Jack Hennon W4OWX gave an explanation of the pledge of allegiance and its history.

Larry Cagle K4WLO gave a program on an antenna in the 440 MHz range that he had constructed.

Thew was a motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the previous meeting by Larry Cagle J4WLO, second by Barry Bee KK4MKH , motion passed.

Michael Boyea gave treasurers report. There was a motion to accept by Larry Cagle, second by John Brokaw W4KIN. Motion passed.

The next technical meeting will be July 18, 2018 at 6:00 pm at Bojangles Restaurant in Tullahoma. .

There was a discussion on echo link.

Tom Baskin gave a report on field Day. We had 1630 total points , and 488 QSO’s.

The secretary will send a thank you note to Old Stone Fort State Park for use of the park.. Larry Cagle will contact park about upgrading the electrical service with the club making a donation.

Hamfest Committee. The Family Activities Center at the First Methodist Church in Tullahoma has been reserved for March 8, 9, 2019. Michael Boyea and Donna Boyea KC2ODU will assume the duties for the kitchen and food.

Frank Denk KA9J reported that our first Volunteer Examination tests are scheduled for Oct 6, 2018, at 9:00 pm ate the Manchester public library.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 9:04 PM

 

June14, 2018

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held June 14, 2018 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, The meeting opened at 7:00 pm. With the pledge of allegiance
Officers were
President Randy Bee W4WRB present
Vice president Michael Glennon KB4JHU absent
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG absent
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present


There was an introduction of guest Tim Owen KN4MXX.

Randy Bee read upcoming hamfest and contests.

Tom Baskin AF4JJ has a table at the Huntsville manifest that he will allow club members to use (donation will be appreciated)

There will be an auction of SK Jess Lewis KR4OJ and SK Joanna Lewis WB4JRL next Saturday at 10:30 PM. It will be 2 homes and furnishings.

Thew was a motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the pretentious meeting by Larry Cagle J4WLO, second by Jarred Jones KK4BBg, motion passed.

There was a motion to dispense with the reading of the treasurers report by Jarred Jones , second by Frank Denk KA9J. , motion passed.

The next technical committee meeting will be July 18 at Bojangles Restaurant in Tullahoma at 6:00 PM.

Michael Boyea said there is new ham in area Bob Brockway W2CI.

Larry Cagle gave a report on the 440 repeater and possible 6 meter operation.

Larry Cagle gave an update on the the field day operation. He has talked to park rangers. All is going well

Hamfest Committee. No report.

Frank Denk reported on VE testing for Amateur Licenses. We have space available at Manchester Library and will test on even months with the exam to give at 9:00 AM

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:16 PM

 

May 10, 2018

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held May 10, 2018 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, The meeting opened at 7:00 pm. With the pledge of allegiance
Officers were
President Randy Bee W4WRB present
Vice president Michael Glennon KB4JHU present
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG absent
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present


There was an introduction of guests.

Randy Bee read upcoming hamfest and contests.

The program was on direction finding. Michael Glennon gave the program. There was an additional program by Jack Hennon W4OWX and the local Civil Air Patrol Cadets .

Thew was a motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes of the pretentious meeting by Larry Cagle J4WLO, second by Frank Denk KA9J, motion passed.

George Stone read an abbreviated treasurers report.

Larry Cagle gave a report on the new repeater.

Thew as motion to order a diplexer for the repeater by George Stone, second by Frank Denk. Motion passed.

Hamfest Committee. No report.

Field day- Larry Cagle reported we had Old Stone Fort reserved and gave a general report on the plans.

There was a moti9on by Frank Denk, second by Brill Craig KI6WY to purchase filters to use at filed day. Motion passed.

New business –Our fox hunt will be scheduled at a later date by Larry Cagle and Jack Hennon.

Thee was a discussion on Amateur Licensed VE testing. We will schedule on alternate months testing from the Bedford County Maturer Radio club. Frank Denk will check on a meeting room at the Manchester library.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:16 PM

April 22, 2018

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March 08, 2018

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held March 8, 2018 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, The meeting opened at 7:00 pm.
Officers were:
President Randy Bee W4WRB present
Vice president Michael Glennon KB4JHU present
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG present
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present
 

There was a Skype program by Tim Guffee K3LK of DX Engineering.

There was a motion by Larry Cagle K4WLO and second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG to dispense with reading of the previous minutes. The motion passed.

Tom Baskin AF4JJ announced that there would be a technical committee meeting March 21 at 6:00 PM at KFC in Tullahoma.

It was announced that SK Ed Hohenthaner’s (W7LGD) equipment would be available free for club members at the ham fest.

Larry Cagle announced the slate of officers for 2018-2019, President Randy Bee, Treasurer Mike Boyea , Secretary George Stone. Vice president Michael Glennon

Since Mike Boyea had exceeded term limits there was motion to extend his term by Larry Cagle second by Jared Jones, The Motion passed

There was a motion that the nomination cease by Bill Craig KI6WYIN, Second by Bob Payne KC4FV. Motion passed.

New business. A motion to contribute $50 to Coffee Country Historical Society in Memory of Joanna Lewis WB4JRL by Michael Boyea, second by Michael Glennon. Motion passed . George Stone will contact the historical society and make arrangements.

Buddy Richison KA4DLW requested that we accept Ronnie Reeves W4SUY back into the club after an apology.

Randy Bee appointed Larry Cagle as Public information officer.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:16 PM

 

February 08, 2018

In previous meetings it was decided to distribute minutes by email to all the members.  If you were a paid up member for 2917 you are included on this email.  It will be distributed next month to paid up 2018 members.  There are 14 persons on my list that have not paid their current dues.  It is $20 per year,   They can be paid at the meeting
or mailed to:  Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society, P. O. Box 932, Tullahoma, TN 37388



Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society meeting held February 8, 2018 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, The meeting opened at 7:00 pm.
Officers were
President Randy Bee W4WRB present
Vice president Michael Glennon KB4JHU present
Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG present
Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present
The meeting was opened with the pledge of allegiance. 
Randy Bee W4WRB read the upcoming hamfests and contests.
Joanna Lewis WB4JRL was released from the hospital and will take treatments.  Maurice Taylor  KA4JZL has passed away. 
Abbreviated minutes of the past meeting were read by the secretary.  There was a motion to accept by Larry Cagle K4WLO and second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG.  The motion passed. Michael Boyea gave the treasurers report.  Motion to accept by  Jarred Jones and second by Larry Cagle.  The motion passed.
Tom Baskin AF4JJ was absent and there was not technical report..  Larry Cagle has a partial diagram fore 146.10/70 repeater.
Michael Glennon had contacted Richard Meyers about 911 tower work but he was undergoing stress tests and not able to do work.
Michael Boyea will supervise the barbecuing of butts.  Volunteers to help are needed.
There will be a hamfest planning meeting March 7 at 4:30 pm at KFC in Tullahoma.
Larry Cagle and Michael Glennon gave a hamfest update report.  Larry Cagle gave a report on table sales.
The next club meeting will be a Skype program by Tim Guffee of DX engineering.  It will begin at 7:00 pm.
Randy Bee appointed a nominating committee of Larry Cagle, George Stone  and Mitch Rickles WA4IRU.  They will turn in their candidates ate the March meeting, and we will vote on them at the April Meeting and they will take office in May.
The business meeting adjourned at 8:15 pm.  Michael Glennon gave a program on antennas which ended at 8:44 pm
 

 

September 15, 2017

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held September 15, 2017 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers present were

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

The meeting was opened with pledge of allegiance.

Randy Bee W4WRB read upcoming ham fests

Ones of note were

W4DXCC convention at Pigeon Forge Sept. 22-23.

October 21, Rome Georgia, Greenville South Carolina, Chattanooga, TN Nov. 4. Stone Mountain Georgia Convention Nov. 10, 11 Montgomery Alabama Upcoming contest and special events of note were Route 66, Sept 9-17. Information can be found at W6JBJ.org. School Roundup Oct 16, HD8M Expedition in Galapagos. HD8M.com money going to wildlife on Island.

Announcements- Introduction of Mike Sommers KT4QF from Monteagle.

Mike Hamby KI4UJY said Jack and back will be Oct 7 and 8.

Michael Glennon KB4JHU gave report on WISPR operation.

George Stone WD4CYV read the minutes from July 13, 2017 meeting. Motion to accept by

Jarred Jones KK4BBG. Second by Bill Craig KI6WYN. Motion passed. Michael Boyea KE4KMG

gave treasurers report, motion by accept by Tom Baskin AF4JJ second by Mike Hamby KI4UJY.

Motion passed.

Tom Baskin AF4JJ gave a report on the 146.10/70 repeater. There was motion to allocate up to $750 for 146.22/82 repeater by George Stone WD4CYV, second by Joanna Lewis WB4JRL.

Motion passed. Michael Glennon KB4JHU gave a report on our 330 repeater link to Deason.

We may be able to get 2 free link radios that are excess to state.

There was a discussion of SK Ed Hohenthaner W7LGD's equipment.

Michael Glennon KB4JHU had discussion of Hamfest advertising and details.

Old Business DX Engineering presentation March 8, 2018. The club voted to confirm March

8 presentation.

Joanna Lewis WB4JRL volunteered to plan Christmas party.

There being no further business, Randy Bee declared the meeting adjourned at 8:30.

 

August 10, 2017

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held August 10, 2017 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers present were

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

The meeting was opened with pledge of allegiance.

Randy Bee W4WRB read upcoming ham fests

Ones of note were

August 19-20 Huntsville Hamfest

August 27 Cedars of Lebanon

Sept 9 Louisville Hamfest

Upcoming contest and special events of note were Eclipse Special Station Aug 21 and Route 66, Sept 9-17. Information can be found at W6JBJ.org.

Mike Hamby KI4UJY said Jack and back will be Oct 7 and 8.

Steve Haber AA4SH said LST will be in Nashville Aug 31-Sept 5.

It was noted that we have club tables 201 and 202 at the Huntsville Hamfest.

George Stone WD4CYV read the minutes from July 13, 2017 meeting. Motion to accept by Mike

Boyea KE4KMG, second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG. Motion passed. Michael Boyea KE4KMG gave

treasurers report, motion by accept by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by George Stone WD4CYV.

Motion passed.

Tom Baskin AF4JJ gave a report on the 146.22/82 repeater. It has some problems. There was motion by Mitch Rickles WA4IRU, second by Larry Cagle K4WLO to put message on our 440 repeater. The motion passed.

There was a discussion about our Fusion repeater DRIX and contingency plans for out Hamfest.

There was no other old business.

New business. A discussion of the 146.1-/70 repeater status.

There being no further business, Randy Bee declared the meeting adjourned.

 

Apr 13, 2017

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held April 13, 2017 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers present were

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

The meeting was opened with pledge of allegiance. There was a moment of silence for the

passing of Jess Lewis KR4OJ.

Up coming Hamfests were

Clarksville, TN May 27

Dayton Hamfest May 19-21

Knoxville State Convention April 22

Middle Tennessee Hamquest July 27

Upcoming events, June 3, Mac 10 Triathlon, Mike Hamby KI4UJY will serve as point of contact.

There is antique radio meeting at Nashville, 1904 Elm Hill Pike, April 15.

Michael Glennon KB4JHU gave program on mesh networking and meshnets.

Motion by George Stone WD4CYV and second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG to donate memorial book to Coffee County Historical Society or Coffee County Library in memory of Jess Lewis KR4OJ, Joanna Lewis WB4JRL will select the book. The motion passed.

George Stone WD4CYV read the minutes of the March 8 20176 meeting. Motion to accept by Mitch Rickles WA4IRU, second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG. Motion passed.

Michael Boyea KE4KMG read letter from DX Engineering on presenting a program by skype to the club.

Michael Boyea KE4KMG gave a financial report on the Hamfest.

Michael Boyea KE4KMG gave the treasurers report. There was a motion to accept by George Stone WD4CYV and second by Michael Glennon KB4JHU. Motion passed.

Hamfest Committee report. 2018 Hamfest will be March 10 with table set up on March 9.

George Stone WD4CYV will reserve after coordinating times with Michael Glennon KB4JHU.

There was a motion by Michael Glennon KB4JHU, second by George Stone WD4CYV to pay Buddy Richison's helper, Pepe $175 for helping with the briskets. Motion passed.

New Business--Larry Cagle K4WLO reported to keep the present officers and extend Michael Boyea KE4KMG's term.. Motion to accept by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Mitch Rickles WA4IRU. Motion passed by greater than 2/3 necessary to extend the term.

Motion by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Mitch Rickles WA4IRU to close nominations.

Motion passed..

Randy Bee W4WRB gave an explanation and expectation of officers.

Motion by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Mike Hamby KI4UJY to elect the slate of officers. Motion passed.

Randy Bee W4WRB declared the meeting adjourned since there was no further business to come before the meeting.

 

Mar 09, 2017

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held March 9, 2017 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers present were

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

The meeting was opened with pledge of allegiance.

Up coming ham fests

March 11 Tullahoma

March 25, Union City

April 1, Elizabethtown KY

April 7, Branson Missouri

April 8, Mobile AL

April 8, Memphis Free fest

May 19-21 Dayton Hamfest

May 27 Clarksville Hamfest

Contests, there were numerous contests

Announcements, Eric Sutherland AJ4QR reported that the Ragnar relay was March 24 and 25 and requested club support and the use of the club trailer. There was a motion by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Michael Glennon KB4JHU, the motion passed with one objection.

Joanna Lewis WB4JRL stated that there are still smoked butts for sale at $30.00 each, and the food portion of the Hamfest is in good shape.

Michael Boyea KE4KMG reported that the corporate report for the club has been files.

He also reported that Buddy Richison

KA4DLW was coming home from the hospital. Hew had been having vertigo problems. Michael Boyea KE4KMG will pick up the smoked butts from Buddy Richison KA4DLW but he will need help due to disc problems with his back.

Michael Glennon KB4JHU postponed this program until next meeting due to time restrictions..

George Stone WD4CYV read the minutes from the 2017 meeting. Motion by Larry Cagle K4WLO , second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG to accept the minutes. Motion passed.

The January 2017 minutes have not been read. There was a motion to dispense with the reading of these minutes by Larry Cagle K4WLO, second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, motion passed. These minutes can be read on line.

Michael Boyea KE4KMG gave a a treasurers reports. Motion to accept by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Michael Glennon KB4JHU, motion passed..

There were not standing committee reports.

Ham fest committee--There was a discussion about rental before the Hamfest. and clean up afterwards. Bobby Williams will be hired to place the chairs after the Hamfest.

Use of a drawing for a $25.00 gift card to encourage registering to accumulate a data base. The money was taken out of prize allocation.

There was a discussion of the the officer nomination procedures. There was motion by Larry Cagle K4WLO, second by Joanna Lewis WB4JRL to slide schedule to next month, the motion passed. This motion was passed with the vice president conducting the meeting and appointing a nomination committee of Michael Boyea KE4KMG, Mitch Rickles WA4IRU, Jarred Jones, KK4BBG, and Larry Cagle K4WLO as chairman.

There was motion to adjourn by Donna Boyea KC2ODU, second by second by Mitch Rickles to adjourn. Motion passed and the meeting adjourned at 8:35.

 

Feb 09, 2017

Minutes taken by Tom Baskin in due to absence of secretary.

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held February 9 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:05PM. There were 18 members present with officers : W4WRB, KB4JHU, KE4KMG The Meeting was opened with a pledge of allegiance.

Upcoming ham fest -- Orlando, Dalton, Cave City, Birmingham, MTARS Upcoming contest – RITTY, School Roundup, CQ contest Announcements – None Program – W4OWX described a battery offered by Harbor Freight

KD4PPJ demonstrated and explained several homebuilt transceivers and receivers.

Secretary report – none

Treasurer report – there are 54 members with only 32 paid, Balance of all accounts

$9538.98 (motion carried to approve report)

Committee Reports –

Technical – small amount of activity because of cold weather. --- looking for metal box large enough to hold 18 inch rack and power supplies of ECHOLINK at a remote location accessible to internet near KB4JHU’s residence.

HAMFEST – only 16 tables left, hand-outs for distribution at upcoming fest are needed.

Food supply/workers discussion.

Meeting adjourned at 8:15 PM when large number of members left to attend another meeting.

Respectively submitted by af4jj.

Jan 12, 2017

pending

 

 

Dec 08, 2016

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held Dec 8, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:03 PM.

Officers present were:

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

The meeting was opened with a pledge of allegiance.

Introduction of Maurice Taylor KJ4ZJL

Hamfest Lakeway Hamfest Jan 7, 2017 at White Pine Tennessee

3980 meeting at Stan's Restaurant in Columbia on Wednesday Dec. 14.

Club Christmas party will be at Mercantile Restaurant in Manchester December 15. Let Joanna Lewis WB4JRL know by Dec. 8.

Michael Glennon KB4JHU demonstrated his back up power supply. Randy Bee W4WRB showed his renewed electrical contractor license.

Minutes of Nov. 10, 2016 meeting were read by George Stone WD4CYV. Motion to accept by

Jarred Jones, KK4BBG, second by Barry Bee KK4MKH. Motion passed.

Mike Boyea KE4KMG gave treasurer's report. Motion to accept by Jarred Jones, second by Barry Bee KK4MKH. Motion passed.

Repeater report by Jess Lewis KR4OJ, Randy Bee W4WRB, and Frank Denk KA9J, Motion to appropriate $1500.00 for batteries and controller for repeater by George Stone WD4CYV, second by Michael Glennon KB4JHU, motion passed.

Michael Glennon KB4JHU gave report on remote controller for repeater and there was a discussion. We also need antenna crew to put up antenna on our tower.

One of our former members Jaun Zarrago KG4PPY wished to renew membership.

Hamfest Committees. Michael Glennon KB4JHU said Larry Cagle K4WLO will be table chairman.

Michael Glennon will continue to be general chairman. There was discussion of Hamfest prizes, e.g. crimpers, power poles, 2 meter radio, rig runner etc.

Motion to appropriate $500 for Hamfest prizes by Michael Glennon KB4JHU, Second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, motion passed.

By laws and Constitution. There was a discussion, and some changes were made. Motion to accept amended bylaws, by Mike Hamby KI4UJY, second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG. Motion passed.

There will be a review by the executive committee of the HOGs (Ham Operating Guide Lines) to make sure they are in compliance with the by laws.

Motion to adjourn meeting by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Mike Hamby KI4UJY. Motion passed Meeting ended at 8:30 pm.

 

Nov 10, 2016

Minutes of meetings as follows:

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held Nov 10, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers were::

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG (Absent) The meeting was opened with a pledge of allegiance.

Introduction of guest Bill Craig KI6WYN from Murfreesboro. Club members introduced themselves.

Up coming ham fest , Nov 19, Montgomery Hamfest.

Contest --Farm event Sequatchie Valley

Announcement, Christmas meeting at the Mercantile Restaurant in Manchester on Dec 15, 2016. Motion the have it there by Larry Cagle, K4WLO, second by Barry Bee KK4MKH, motion passed. Joanna Lewis WB4WRB will take reservations with cutoff of Dec 7, 2016.

Motion by Jarred Jones KK4BBG and second by Larry Cagle K4WLO to spend $200 for door

prizes. Motion passed.

Program-- Larry Cagle K4WLO , Michael Glennon KB4JHU and Frank Denic KA9J gave reports of repeater battery tests discharge curve. The battery was 4 years old and the number was 1601. Larry Cagle K4WLO gave explanation of battery sulfating and repeater usage.

George Stone WD4CYV read minutes of Oct 13, 2016 Meeting. Motion to approve by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by John Crawford KW4QT. Motion passed.

Due to the absence of treasurer, motion by George Stone WD4CYV to dispense with treasurer's report, second by Jarred Jones, KK4BBG, motion passed.

Hamfest report--George Stone WD4CYV paid fee for First Methodist Church. Rental of $150 was reimbursed by the club.

By laws were presented to vote on. The there was much discussion and questions by Jess Lewis KR4OJ. Due to the discussion there was motion by Joanna Lewis WB4JRL, second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG to have a special by laws meeting on Dec 8, 2016, the motion passed.

Motion to adjourn by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Barry Bee KK4MKH to adjourn. Motion passed and meeting adjourned at 8:52 PM.

 

Oct 13, 2016

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held October 13, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers were:

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB Absent

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

The meeting was opened with a pledge of allegiance. There was a visitor from McMinnville Loyce McGregor W4FGD whose father was a ham

George Stone WD4CYV read the minutes of the September 8, 2016 meeting. The motion to accept

corrected minutes was made by Michael Boyea KE4KMG, seconded by Jarred Jones KK4BBG.

Motion passed.

Michael Boyea KE4KMG gave treasurers report. Motion to accept by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by George Stone WD4CYV. Motion passed

The technical committee --- Larry Cagle W4WLO gave a report on solar panels and status of charge on the batteries. Solar panels and controllers were discussed

Upcoming events , Bicycle race in Coffee County November 5, they requested help but we were not able to help. Chattanooga Hamfest October 22.

 Nashville Lock 2 tailgate October 15

There was discussion about Tullahoma hamfest. George Stone WD4CYV will finalize reservations with the First Methodist Church.

Michael Glennon KB4JHU gave update on revision of bylaws. They will be posted on website and email link sent to all members. We will vote on them at our November meeting.

There was a report on Randy Bee W4WRB's operation. All went well Motion by Jarred Jones KK4BBG. and second by Michael Boyea KE4KMG to adjourn. Motions passed and the club adjourned at 8:11 PM

 

Sept 08, 2016

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held September 8, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers were

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Absent Michael Glennon, KB4JHU Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG The meeting was opened with a pledge of allegiance. .

Introduction of guest Wayne Golden KM4BAC and club members.

Up coming Ham fests

Stone Mountain, GA 5, 6

Chattanooga Oct 22

Bowling Green, KY Oct 1

Contest Route 66 is ongoing.

Program by Jack Hennon W4OWX who gave short talk on grounding your radios.

Larry Cagle K4WLO handed out material on grounding. He also demonstrated and spoke about ladder lines.

He also had idea on the 2017 Hamfest.

George Stone WD4CYV read minutes from August 11, 2016 meeting. Motion to accept with correction by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Mike Hamby KI4UJY, motion passed.

Mike Boyea KE4KMG gave treasurers report, motion to accept by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, second by Mike Hamby KI4UJY, motion passed.

Tom Baskin AF4JJ gave a technical report. We need repeater coverage pattern. Randy Bee W4WRB will investigate coverage patterns. There was a discussion on the solar panels and their connectors.

Rand Bee W4WRB requested an update of bylaws, George Stone WD4CYV will set up a meeting with executive committee to revise bylaws..

Mike Hamby KI4UJY gave a report on the Elk River 100 bicycle ride.

There being no new business Randy Bee W4WRB declared the meeting adjourned.

Aug 11, 2016

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society

Minutes of August 2016 meeting

On 11 August 2016, the meeting was called to order at 7:01 at the First Presbyterian Church, Tullahoma, TN.

Seventeen members were present with Officers: President W4WRB and Vice President KB4JHU.

In the call for announcements yielded two upcoming Hamfest (Huntsville, Cedars), a upcoming bike ride (ERV100) and one triathlon (Manchester Star Triathlon).


The program consisted of a general discussion lead by KB4JHU about BALUNs and antennas in general.

The minutes of the July meeting were read by the vice president. Motionto accept as read by KK4BBG seconded by KW4QJ passed.

The Treasurer’s report was verbal by the president. He said that there are now two signatures on the bank records. No current totals mentioned.

Committee Reports

  • Technical Committee: work continues at the K4EGC (10/70) repeater current efforts include tweaking the controller settings. A discussion followed about the Time-Out-Timer’s start time and the miss conception that it starts at the courtesy beep. Additional tower/heliax work at this repeater will be scheduled after all the races/Hamfest/hot weather.

  • The interesting discussion during the program and this discussion about the time-Out-Timer pushed someone in attendance to suggest a Technical Net.

OLD BUSINESS:

  • W4WRB said that the BY-LAWS revision still underway.

Other comments:

  • Michael Boyea birthday party Saturday 18:00 hours at Legions in Selbyville. ???

Motion to adjourn made by KE4BBG seconded by KI4UJY passed at about 8:15.

Respectfully submitted by AF4JJ

 

July 14, 2016

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting held July 14. 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers present were

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

Meeting opened a at &:00 pm with pledge of allegiance. A handheld held radio was present to ne club member John Baskin KM4ULS who had obtained a technician License. He was voted into membership in the club.

Upcoming ham fests were

7/16 Athens TN

7/30 Lebanon Hamfest

8/20 and 8/21 Huntsville Hamfest

8/29 Cedars of Lebanon Hamfest

Contests -- 13 Colonies

Program--Michael Glennon KB4JHU gave program on repeater controller board and there was a discussion afterward.

There was a motion by Tom Baskin AF4JJ and second by Larry Cagle W4WRL to pay for the controller board used in the program.

The motion passed.

There was a motion by Tom Baskin AF4JJ and second by Buddy Richison KA4DLW to purchase 2 more controller boards. The motion passed.

The minutes for June 9, 2016 were read and corrected. Motion by Barry Bee KK4MKH ,

second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG to accept corrected minutes. The motion passed.

Motion by George Stone WD4CYV, second by Jackie Lawley KC4MH to skip the May 2016 treasurers report. The motion passed.

Michael Boyea KE4KMG gave June 2016 treasurers report. Motion to accept by Eric Sutherland AJ4QR, second by Jarred Jones, KK4BBG, Motion passed.

There was a bill from the Keith Springs Club for 2015 and 2016 of $100 for each year rent.

There was a discussion and motion by Buddy Richison KA4DLW, second by George Stone WD4CYV to pay these bills. Motion passed with 2 objections.

Tom Baskin AF4JJ said he had purchased table 249 at Huntsville Hamfest and was willing to share it.

Jess Lewis KR4OJ gave a technical report on the repeater antennas and said we need to schedule 2 work parties.

Michael Glennon KB4JHU reported on field day. We were class 3A and had 2380 points.

New business--Michael Boyea KE4KMG reported club hats are available at $18.00 each. We need to get additional name on club bank account. Randy Bee W4WRB will be added.

The XYL of silent key Bill Earhart K4EGC wanted the club to sell his old equipment.

After discussion the club decided to not be involved.

Our appointed club information officer is Chris Waldrup KD4PBJ.

Motion to adjourn by Joanna Lewis WB4JRL, second by Michael Boyea KE4KMG. Motion passed.

Meeting adjourned at 8:38 pm..

Minutes submitted by George Stone WD4CYV

 

June 09, 2016

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society

Minutes of June 2016 meeting

On 9June 2016, the meeting was called to order at 7:01 at the First Presbyterian Church, Tullahoma, TN.

Thirteen members were present with President W4WRB the only officer.

In the call for announcements, four upcoming Hamfest and one contest were identified.

The program consisted of a general discussion of the adventures several club members had at the Dayton Hamvention with examples of the goodies passed out by the vendor’s.

The minutes of the May Meeting were read. Motion “to accept as read” by KA4DLW seconded by KW4QJ passed. There was no Treasurer’s report.

Committee Reports

  • Technical Committee: work continues at the K4EGC (10/70) repeater current efforts include: adding thirty feet of tower, replacing suspected marginal cable between components. (W4OWX tested afterwards and said there was improvement.) Additional work at this repeater will be scheduled.

  • Executive Committee: Membership levels are being reviewed and need for changes in charter are indicated. Additional review has been planned.

  • FIELD DAY: 1) Porta-poty expense has escalated to $250. Membership wanted them there but decided that this cost was excessive, and did not OK their scheduling. 2) FD-Budget for gas, food, etc. was discussed with a notion “to repay reasonable expenditure identified by receipt” made by KB9JLB seconded by W4WLO passing. 3) Have WB4JRL contact KA4DKW about cooking the chicken ASAP.

Other comments:

  • Club president and treasurer are scheduled to rendezvous to add a second authorized signature to the check signing process.

  • VE Testing at UTSI is suffering for testers. W4OWX contacted club members who are testers from another testing group.

Motion “to adjourn” made by KB9JLB seconded by KW4QJ passed at about 8:15.

Respectfully submitted by AF4JJ

 

May 14, 2016

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held May 12, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers present were

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

The meeting was opened with a pledge of allegiance. . Upcoming Hamfest are Cedars of Lebanon Hamfest Aug 27, Huntsville Hamfest Aug 20, 21 , Athens, TN July 16, Cullman AL July 23, May 14 Clarksville Hamfest and the Knoxville Hamfest June 18.

.Contests on July 4 are 13 Colonies.

Announcements: May 13, 14 there will be National Guard Exercise. Michael Glennon KB4JHU read about the exercise and gave explanation. Tennessee Emergency Management Agency and local agencies will be involved. Michael Glennon KB4JHU gave program on FLdigi and MT63 transmission and explanation of digital modes. Randy Bee W4WRB passed around a photo of Hallicrafters S38B that he is working on. Jess Lewis KR4OJ gave a show an tell of silent key , Charlotte Prince KZ4V's QSL card collection. Mike Boyea KE4KMG gave an explanation of updated web page. He is seeking pictures of silent keys that were members of the club.

George Stone WD4CYV read the minutes of April 14, 2016 meeting. A correction was made that KR4OJ did not report on Echolink. Motion by Jarred Jones KK4BBG and second by Donna Boyea KC2ODU to accepted the corrected minutes. Motion passed.

Michael Boyea KE4KMG, gave a treasurer's report on recent expenditures. These included tower expenses, insurance and the annual report to the state of Tennessee. Motion by Tom Baskin AF4JJ , second by Randy Bee W4WRB to accept the treasurer's report. The motion passed.

Tom Baskin AF4JJ gave a repost on the 146.10/70 repeater. All comments were favorable.

There was a discussion on the Fusion repeater. There was a discussion of the priorities of repeaters and 440 MHz was suggested as next one. We should revisit the situation later. There was also a discussion of Echolink and repeater control.

There was a motion by Jess Lewis KR4OJ, second by John Crawford KW4QJ to purchase rope for use in the repeater maintenance. Motion passed.

Michael Glennon KB4JHU gave report on Field day activities. There have been changes on the social media and addition of a safety officer.

In old business Randy Bee W4WRB gave a report on the help at the Special Olympics. We had only 2 helpers and there was a question about our support of this activity. The Mach 10 triathlon will be June 4 and Mike Hamby KI4UJY will be the point of contact. Amateur and Military Cross band contacts will be May 14, 2016 and KB4JHU will set up at Arnold AFB.

There was a discussion about the club returning dues. Michael Boyea KE4KMG had sent Ronnie Reeves W4SUY a check for his dues. There was a motion by Joanna Lewis WB4JRL, second by Mike Boyea KE4KMG to vote on expulsion of Ronnie Reeves W4SUY if check is returned. The motion passed with 8 votes for, 4 against and 7 persons not voting.

There was motion to adjourn by Michael Glennon KB4JHU, second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG to adjourn. Motion passed.

 

Apr 14, 2016

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held April 14, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers present were:

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

The meeting was opened with a pledge of allegiance. A new member was introduced, Stephen Lewis KI4DWV.

Upcoming Hamfests are Cedars of Lebanon Hamfest Aug 27, Huntsville Hamfest Aug 20, 21 , Athens, TN July 16, Cullman AL July 23 and the Knoxville Hamfest June 11.

Contests going on are 13 Colonies, July 4 and National Parks, ongoing.

Michael Boyea KE4KMG announced that we would begin treatment for cancer. The program was by Jack Hennon W4OWX and Michael Glennon KB4JHU it was about digital radio and programming.

There was much discussion about the capabilities of the Fusion Repeaters.

George Stone WD4CYV read the minutes of the March 10, 2016 meeting. A correction was made that the $100 prize was cash rather than a check or gift card.

Also the second of motion to open meeting by pledge of allegiance was seconded by KK4BBG. The motion to accept corrected minutes was made by Jarred Jones KK4BBG, seconded by Marvin Lawley K4RBP.

Motion passed.

Michel Glennon gave Hamfest report.

The technical committee was to meet after the regular meeting. Randy Bee W4WRB gave a general report on the 146.10/70 work.

Jess Lewis KR4OJ gave report on Echolink. There was a field day discussion by Michael Glennon KB4JHU. Motion by George Stone WD4CYV and

second by Larry Cagle K4WLO to hold field day at Old Stone Fort. Motion passed.

Old business was voting on officers. Jarred Jones KK4BBG and second by KA4DLW to keep

current officer. Motion passed with one exception. Tom Baskin reported that there will

be an exercise the weekend of May 13. It will be as if there were an ice storm.

The Ragnar relay will happened and one exchange will be in Tullahoma. Motion by KB4JHU , second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG to support Ragnar relay. Motion passed with 2 exceptions.

Special Olympics are April 29, motion by Tom Baskin AF4JJ, second by Jarred Jones to support. Motion passed. TEMA AuxCom exercise May 4, 5, and 6.. June 10 will be Mach 10.

Motion by Tom Baskin AF4JJ and second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG to adjourn. Motions passed and the club adjourned at 852 PM

 

Mar 10, 2016

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting was held March 10, 2016 at the First
Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.
Officers present were:
President, Randy Bee, W4WRB
Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU
Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV
Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG


Leon (Bud) Sutherland WB4HEX was introduced.  He was a founding club member.  Nashville
Hamfest will be April 23, 2016.  Cedars of Lebanon Hamfest August 27, 2016.  There is currently a Heard Island Expedition.
On June 10.   will be the Mach 10 triathlon and the club will support it. Mike Hamby
KI4UJY is the point of contact.


There were smoked butts available for purchase for $30.00.
Michael Glennon KB4JHU gave a program on radio control of small wheeled vehicles.
Hamgadget.com was the source of the components..
Michael Glennon KB4JHU gave a report on the Hamfest progress.  Tables will set up from
2:00 to 8:00 pm.  Bob Mahrenholz K4QQK gave a report on the church facilities.  There was
a motion by Mike Hamby KI4UJY and second by Michael Glennon KB4JHU to pay $25.00 for
setting the chairs up after the Hamfest.  The motion passed with one exception.  There was
a discussion about giving out the door prizes

The minutes from the February meeting were read by George Stone WD4CYV and motion by
Jarred Jones KK4BBG to approve and second by Mike Boyea KE4KMG.  The motion passed.
Michael Boyea KE4KMG gave the treasurers report with motion by Jarred Jones KK4BBG,
and second by Michael Glennon to accept .  Motion  passed.  Michael Boyea KE4KMG reported
that there are 51 members in the club and 36 are current on their dues.  There was a
report by the repeater committee concerning the status and the controller. Michael Boyea
KE4KMG reported that there are 4 or  handheld radios left to give out the the new hams.


There was a motion by Buddy Richison KA4DLW and second by Michael Boyea KE4KMG to open
the meetings with a pledge of allegiance to the flag.  The motion passed.


 There was a motion to give away $100.00 gift certificates at the Hamfest  by Joanna
Lewis WB4JRL and second by Jess Lewis KR4OJ.  The motion passed.  There was a discussion
of the pickers and helpers during the set up for the Hamfest.


  There was a report by the nominating committee recommending  keeping  the current
officers.  There was a motion by Tina Rigsby AK4AX and second by Jack Hennon W4OWX to keep
the current officers.  This motion passed.  There was some discussion on the limitations
on the treasurers term.  The 2 year limit was made in the midst of his term of office, so
the 2 year limit would not take place until the end of the current term.
Michael Boyea KE4KMG was the only bidder on the 4 tower sections and  his bid was
accepted.
There was a motion to adjourn by Tom Baskin AF4JJ and second by Jarred Jones KK4BBG.
The motions passed and the meeting was adjourned at 8:25 PM.
                                            Submitted by George Stone, Secretary

 

Jan 14, 2016

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting held January 14, 2016 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers present were

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

The meeting opened at 7:00 PM. We introduce a visitor K6IUZ , Tom Lewis from Lebanon.

The future ham fests were announced which are Dalton, GA Feb 27, Cave City KY March 5 and the Tullahoma TN March 12.

There was a discussion on our mail system. The MTARS @ Mailman.QTH. net is the best one for us to use.

Current contest is the North American QSO party . .

KB4JHU, Michal Glennon, has been appointed emergency coordinator for district 5 of the ARRL.

N4MKG, Jackie Green, gave a program on Morse code and the keys that he has made and acquired. W4OWX, Jack Hennon, gave a demonstration of a CW net.

WD4CYV , George Stone, read the minutes for Nov. 2015 (there were no minutes for December because it was our Christmas party.) Motion to approve by AF4JJ, Tom Baskin and seconded by KK4BBG, Jarred Jones. Motion passed.

KE4KMG, Mike Boyea, gave the treasurers report. It included repeater expenses explained by AF4JJ, Tom Baskin, and also Christmas party expenses, repeater manual cost and miscellaneous supplies. Motion to approve by KB4JHU, Michael Glennon, and second by KK4BBG, Jarred Jones. Motion passed.

There was a motion to purchase a high storage battery. Motion by KR4OJ, Jess Lewis and second by KK4BBG, Jarred Jones. Motion passed. W4WRB, Randy Bee gave a report on the 6 meter repeater, it had been coordinated. Tom Baskin AF4JJ chair of technical committee reported on repeater issues.

KB4JHU, Michael Glennon gave a report on the progress of the Hamfest. There were 3 tables sold, ARRL advertising was in place. We will set up on Friday from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. A motion was made by KM4LSV, John Crawford, to spend up to $350 for door prizes, second by KK4BBG, Jarred Jones. Motion passed.

Old business--- W4SUY, Ronnie Reeves, was able to get a computer projector donated to the club

KD4PBJ ,Chris Waldrup, was appointed Point of Information Officer for the club.

W4WRB, Randy Bee, attended a D-star controller meeting, no information was given on the Fusion repeater.

KB4JHU, Michael Glennon, gave a report on the meeting with the 146.10/70 repeater site owners. It went very favorably.

There was a discussion on the tower sections that were in possession of W4KTK., Buddy Chelstorp They are property of the club but actions to collect them might require more legal expense to repossess them than there worth. There was a motion by KE4KMG, Michael Boyea, to drop the matter and second by KD4ZRQ, Tim Harrison. Motion passed with KR4OJ, Jess Lewis and WA4JRL Joanna Lewis voting against.

Motion to adjourn meeting by KK4BBJ, Jarred Jones and second by KB4JHU, Michael Glennon.

Motion passed.

There was a technical committee meeting after the regular meeting. This will be reported on in February meeting.

Submitted by George Stone, Secretary

 

Nov 12, 2015

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Meeting held November 12, 2015 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma, TN. The meeting was opened at 7:00 PM.

Officers present were

President, Randy Bee, W4WRB

Vice President, Michael Glennon, KB4JHU

Secretary, George Stone WD4CYV

Treasurer, Michael Boyea KE4KMG

Announcements were Montgomery Hamfest November 21, 2015 and upcoming DX expedition to South Sandwich Islands in 2016.

A program was given by Michael Glennon, KB4JHU. It involved low power 40 meter CW kits operating on 7.023 mhz. He also gave a demonstration of 12 volt LED light bars.

The secretary's minutes were read by George Stone, WD4CYV motion to accept by Jarred Jones, KK4BBG, second by John Crawford, KM4LSV. Motion passed.

Treasurer's report by Michael Boyea KE4KMG--He reminded members to pay their upcoming dues. Presented a copy of THE PATRIOT magazine that acknowledged the clubs donation in memory of Ernie Moore AD4AT.

He also reported on the repeater expenses. A full treasures report was given. Motion to accept by George Stone, WD4CYV, second by Ronnie Reeves, W4SUY. Motion passed.

Repeater Report. Randy Bee W4WRB reported on controller. The club will get a printed manual for easier use. There was a discussion on the controller.

Hamfest Committee report by Michael Glennon, KB4JHU. The flyer and publicity have been done. It is also been listed as an ARRL approved ham fest for March 12, 2016 at the First Methodist Church in Tullahoma. The duties have been divided out.

Michael Glennon KB4JHU reported on a meeting with the 146.10/70 repeater site owners and it went favorable.

There was a motion by George Stone, WD4CYV to appropriate $140 for use as door prizes at the club Christmas party at Simply Southern Restaurant in Pelham, TN., second by John Crawford, KM4LSV. Motions passed.

 The absolute cutoff date for reservations is November 30, 2015 and they are to be given to Joanna Lewis, WB4JRL. John Crawford KM4LSV will provide Christmas music.

The was motion by Jarred Jones, KK4BBG, second by John Crawford KM4LSV to appropriate $100, for purchase of club project materials for educational use. Motion passed.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 PM

Submitted by George Stone, WD4CYV, Treasurer

 

Oct 08 2015

MTARS Meeting Oct 8, 2015 Held at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma at 7:00 PM President Randy Bee W4WRB; Vice President Michael Glennon KB4JHU;

Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG; Secretary George Stone WD4CYV.  All officers were present Announcement were Chattanooga Hamfest Oct 31, Stone Mountain Georgia, First Weekend in November, Nov. 21, Montgomery Ham fest.

November Sweeps coming up and Chesterfield Reefs expedition coming up.  There was a program by John Crawford KJ4LSV on blind amateur radio operation.

Past meetings minutes were read by secretary, motion to approve by Michael Glennon KB4JHU, second by KE4KMG, motion passed.

Treasurers report give by treasurer, Motion to approve by Tom Baskin AF4JJ , second by KJ4LSV, motion passed.

There was a discussion on check signing and the bylaws. There was a discussion on the new repeater and Echolink. Randy Bee W4WRB gave a technical explanation on the new repeater.

George Stone WD4CYV, repeater committee Chairman, gave a report on the repeater committee meeting.

Joanna Lewis WB4JRL will handle the arrangement for the club Christmas party which will be held in Pelham on December 10. 2015.   George Stone WD4CYV gave a report on the lack of club meeting minutes for the 2 previous years.

There was a motion to adjourn by Tom Baskin AF4JJ, second by Marvin Lawley K4RBP, motion passed and the club adjourned at 8:10 PM.

Submitted by George Stone WD4CYV

 

Sept 10 2015

Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society Minutes

The regular meeting of the Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society was held 7:00 PM , September 10, 2015 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma

Officers

President Randy Bee W4WRB present

Vice President Michael Glennon KB4JHU present Secretary George Stone WD4CYV present Treasurer Michael Boyea KE4KMG absent

The meeting began at 7:00 pm

There were no new guests

Michael Glennon KB4JHU announced that Michael Boyea KE4KMG's brother had passed away in Florida. The club will send a sympathy card.

Mike Hamby KI4UJY requested help for the Elk River 100 to be held Sept. 12, 2015 The Aux Com exercise will be held Oct. 1, 2, and 3 ant the Fire Academy at Deason.

There has been a request for help with the Jack and Back event to be held on Oct. 3, 2015 The Ragnar Relay is Oct. 23 and 24. The club has declined to participate.

The Chattanooga Hamfest is Oct. 31, 2015.

The Route 66 contest will be this weekend.

Jack Hennon W4OWX gave a program on Morse Code.

The minutes were read from the previous meeting. There was a correction by Randy Bee W4WRB. Motion by Eric Southerland AJ4QR to approve and second by Michael Glennon KB4JHU.

The motion passed.

In the absence of our treasurer Mike Boyea KE4KMG, a motion was made by Jarred Jones KK4BBG to dispense with the treasurers report. and a second by Michael Glennon KB4JHU.

The motion passed.

Committee Reports

Tom Baskin AF4JJ gave the technical committee report. Our new digital repeater has been received and Tom will put an inventory on it. There was a discussion about the batteries for the repeater.

Randy Bee W4WRB said the Chad Chelstorp had called and said that the "tower owner" wants the club to pay $50.00 a month tower rent. The consensus of the club was that we would not pay rent.

The Tullahoma Hamfest will be March 12, 2016 and we will need chairman appointed. George Stone WD4CYV will get contract signed by the Tullahoma First Methodist Church.

Randy Bee W4WRB reported that the Coffee County Clerk has requested information on Amateur Radio Emergency Service for license tags.

Motion to adjourn by Jarred Jones KK4BBG and second by Eric Sutherland AJ4QR. The motion passed and the meeting was adjourned.

 

June 11, 2015

June 11, 2015 Meeting of Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society, 7:00 meeting at First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma Officers present, Randy Bee (W4WRB), President, Michael Glennon (KB4JHU) , Vice President, George Stone (WD4CYV) , Secretary, and Michael Boyea (KE4KMG) Treasurer

There was the introduction of guests and members.

The Minutes from last meeting were read, Motion to accept by Tom Baskin, AF4JJ and seconded by Mike Boyea, KE4KMG, passed by members

Mike Boyea, KE4KMG read treasurers report,  upcoming expense for $100.00 donation to Fisher House in memory of Ernie Moore, and letter read by Mike. Motions to accept by Tom Baskin, AF4JJ and second by Ed Hohenthaner, W7LGD, passed by members.

Tom Baskin, AF4JJ reported that there were problems with the Echolink. Motion to use purchased computer for $89.00 from Dayton Hamfest . by Mike Boyea, KE4KMG, second by KB4JHU, passed by members.

Mike Boyea KE4KMG reported on Buddy Richeson KA4DLW and wife who are currently a Life Care.

Tom Baskin AF4JJ submitted bills for items that Eric Sutherland AJ4QR (bottle jack, hammer, 2 tables and 2 chairs). The purchase of these items had been approved at previous meeting.

W4WRB reported of Yaseau repeated deal for amateur use at cost of $500.00 per repeater.

Motion to purchase a repeater by Ed Hohenthaner W7LGD and second by KB4JHU. After some discussion this motion passed.

A motion was made by Mike Boyea KE4KMG, and second by Bob Payne KC4FV to purchase and additional repeater as a back up, due to the limited time frame of purchase and the very good price. Motion passed 6-2 with several abstaining.

A field day report was given by Michael Glennon, KB4JHU as follows Jess Lewis KR4OJ and Joanna Lewis WB4JRL would be the points of contacts for the dinner.

There would be hamburgers and hot dogs, utensils and drinks supplied by clubs, and pot luck should be supplied by those attending. We would have a tech topic presentation, ARRL booth, publicity was in High Mach Magazine, a flyer was posted on the cable tv channel, Jess KR4OJ would copy the field day bulletin, Mike KB4JHU would set up a wifi network.

The stations had been tentatively laid out. The Short Mountain Repeater Club and the Bedford County Amateur Radio Club would join us. David Brown W4ODB from the Short Mountain Radio Club would provide barbeque.

Bob Payne listed a computer for sale for $!50.00

Motion by Tom Baskin AF4JJ, second by Mike Boyea KE4KMG to adjourn, motion passed.

 

May 14, 2015

The Middle Tennessee Amateur Radio Society met May 14, 2015 at the First Presbyterian Church in Tullahoma at 7:00 pm.

Officers present were President Randy Bee, W4WRB and secretary George Stone WD4CYV.

Treasure Michael Boyea KE4KMG and Vice president Michael Glennon KB4JHU were absent.

1. The minutes of previous meeting taken by Tom Baskin AF4JJ were read.

Motion to approve by Eric Sutherland AJ4QR , seconded by Jerry Ewell N4GE and passed unanimously

2. Mike Boyea KE4KMG sent a copy of treasurers report which was read by George Stone WD4CYV. Motion to approved by Eric Southerland AJ4QR , second by Tim Harrison KD4ZQT, passed unanimously. (this report will be attached to these minutes)

3. Meeting went outside for a program by Chris Waldrup K4PBJ on thermite welding.

4. There were no committee reports due to absence of committee members.

5. Mike Hamby KI4UJY gave a report on the recent AUXCOM exercise held at Deason, TN at the fire academy.

6. Eric Southerland AJ4QR made motion for $500 to equip the club trailer with hardware

for radios, chairs, table and tie downs for radio. Second by KW4LO and passed unanimously.

7. Eric Southerland AJ4QR made motion to purchase hf radio for club trailer. There was much discussion and this motion died for lack of a second.

8. New business Mike Hamby KI4UJY will head up the support for the Mach 10 triathlon. on June 6.

We will also support the Elk River 100 Bicycle race on Sept 12, and Manchester Triathlon on Labor day weekend.

9. Field day was discussed and it will be a 3 club event with details to be worked out later. It will be held at Old Stone Fort and the point of contacts will be Michael Glennon KB4JHU for MTARS, David Brown W4ODB for the Short Mountain repeater Club and Randy Bee W4WRB for the Bedford County Amateur Radio Club.

10. Motion by Eric Southerland AJ4QR to adjourn, second by Jack Hennon W4OWX, and passed unanimously.

 

October 9, 2014

Randy, W4WRB, acting President, opened meeting at 7 pm.  27 were present.

KK4BBG (Jarred), KI4UJY (Mike H.), W4OWX (Jack) and KB4JHU (Mike G.) presented the program: go boxes

Randy called for introductions for new members/visitors.

Minutes of meeting read by Tom (AF4JJ) Motioned by George (WD4CYV) and 2nd by Ed (W7LGD) and was accepted as read.

Treasury Report read by Mike Boyea (KE4KMG)

Checking account has $114.72 via bank statement     Savings has $9005.00   Total:  $9122.42

Discussed cost of shirts, school projects and other expenditures

Treasury report was motioned to be accepted by Mike H (KI4UJY) and 2nd by Buddy (KA4DLW):   was accepted as read.

Mike Boyea (KE4KMG) mentioned due paying time again if wanted to pay early.

Technical Committee:  Talked about the 82 is linked to Huntsville now, protocol is still being worked on as to when to link and what to say.

Jess (KR4OJ) and Randy (W4WRB) went back to the 70 and checked on stuff, changed some stuff.

Tom (AF4JJ) talked of solar panel clean-up at the 70 and mentioned how nice the power has been via solar panels when power was off.  No right angle for panels, just angled for debris and rain to drop off.

82 is linked on Thursdays for weather net training (or just one Thursday?)  Looking into how to report, what to report, how to say---still being talked about.

Tina (AK4AX) told about online spotter classes

Franklin County will have live spotter coming up.

Suggest what you want the Tech com to look into.

Echolink is up and running

Ed (W7LGD) has Tullahoma Hamfest set up for March already with church.  Mike G (KB4JHU) is going to place article about it in QST magazine.  George (WD4CYV) is going to check on fee owed.

Mike H (KI4UJY) is in charge for Christmas party on 2nd Thursday in Dec and Executive Committee makes the decision where. Voted on and passed. Mike H. motioned to accept and Randy 2nd

Tim (KD4ZTQ) talked about the website and domain name, which will be left to Tim to get a name and get it done. The ayes had the vote. Mike G motioned and Jarred 2nd

Oct. 24 is Ragnor Race, which was discussed. Who is helping and where? George motioned to have club support so insurance will cover those who want to do it.  Voted on and ayes had it.

Mike G motioned to adjourn and Jarred 2nd…end of meeting

Respectfully submitted by Tina AK4AX  Club Secretary

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