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May, 2020 meeting

Club President Hale N3NYC opened the May, 2020 meeting. A turnout of 16 people. The treasurers report was given by Dave AB3TE. Some state financial filings continue. The hamfest was discussed and remains planned for Father's Day. Dave AB3TE demonstrated making an effective face mask using just a new sock. Zoom and other such products were discussed for meetings. Zoom was subsequently selected as the on-line meeting vehicle for the coming year. Informal discussions included the MFJ Rig Pi Station Server (for remote stations control), the impact of coiling up excess coaxial cable, and the impact of two wire antennas...

April, 2020 meeting

Club Vice President Bill N3WD opened the meeting to a turnout of eight. As our first virtual meeting, this was a success. Bill demonstrated various features of the Zoom product. Subsequent meetings could benefit greatly from PowerPoint presentations. Additionally, such computer connection should enable attendance by members who find it difficult to otherwise attend in-person meetings. We will continue with Zoom for a few months and consider upgrading to a version with additional necessary features. Treasurer Dave AB3TE provided an update on financial matters. Dave continues to handle documents pertaining to the club tax status. An update was given...

March, 2020 meeting

Club President Hale N3NYC opened the meeting to a healthy turnout of nineteen. He then turned over the floor to Club Vice-President Bill Dobson N3WD for the rest of the meeting. Treasurer Dave AB3TE provided an update on financial matters. This month Dave will sign the rental agreement with the Hamfest site owners. He will also handle the documents pertaining to the club tax status. Old Business started with a continued discussion in pursuit of a new meeting site. Members should contact Dave AB3TE for updates and discussion. An update was given on the hamfest. Advertising plans continue with...

February, 2020 meeting

Club President Hale N3NYC opened the meeting to a healthy turnout of nineteen. Old Business started with a continued discussion in pursuit of a new meeting site. An update was given on selection of a food vendor for the hamfest. Advertising plans continue with efforts to distribute flyers at various area hamfests. The hamfest e-mail database is nearing completion. Treasurer Dave AB3TE provided an update on financial matters. Club participation in the 2020 ARRL Field Day was inquired about. While there are no specific BARC-sponsored plans, intentions of several area clubs were mentioned. The light business meeting allowed plenty of...