Category: Minutes

Subject: Meeting Minutes of February 7, 2018

The February meeting was called to order by President Mike, WB8BZK at 7:00 p.m. on February 6, 2018 in the Crystal Lake Bank meeting room.

The Pledge of Allegiance kicked off the meeting, led by Dave K9RUF.

President Mike, WB8BZK extended a welcome and asked if there were visitors or guests present. We had 3 guests: George KD9JDS with his wife Sherrie, and Eric KC9WRB were in attendance.

President Mike, WB8BZK asked for any License Upgrades, New awards etc. issued since Last meeting. Dan formerly KD9AHQ received new call KD9M.

Introductions around the room followed. 28members + 3 guests were in attendance for the meeting.

Minutes from the January meeting were printed for review at the meeting by Secretary Dan, KD9M. Mike ND9G moved to accept the minutes, and the motion was seconded by Roger KF9D. The motion passed by voice vote.

Treasurer Joe, N9OK gave the January report: Started with $4655.82 had a donation of $80 from family of W4TYO. Dues of $60 with $0.41 in interest ended with 4796.23. Joe also gave the February report: Started with $4796.23 had dues of $80 and $0.41 in interest ending with $4876.64. John K9JK moved to accept the Treasurer report, and the motion was seconded by John KA9CAR. The motion passed by voice vote.

President Mike, WB8BZK announced that dues for 2018 are now Past Due.

President Mike, WB8BZK encouraged all to join the club Yahoo reflector, K9RN. Also visit our Web page.

President Mike, WB8BZK asked for a moment of silence for George Hellmann KD9EIZ SK.

Announcements
Several Ham Fest over the next couple months. LaPorte IN 24th Feb, Sterling Rock Falls 4th March, Jefferson WI 18th March and several others.

President Mike WB8BZK asked if anyone participated in the Winter Field Day. Pierre K9EYE worked QRP with Ham sticks worked several stations. Gary KD9FML worked 442 contacts. Vice President Mike ND9G worked RTTY contest conditions were fair had a few hundred QSO. President Mike WB8BZK had 25 quick QSO just checking.

President Mike WB8BZK asked for people to think about presentations for August through December.
Thoughts of Group IO conversion brought up for discussion looks like most groups are switching from Yahoo to Groups IO with problems and delays with Yahoo.

Under the topic of old business,
Roger, KF9D talked about 2018 Field day planning. Look to do 2A + GOTA +VHF again. Monitoring the site for noise but looks good now. Looking for other places for backup. Always need help with all areas. Setup, Tear down, Operate, Safety, just being around to interface with public etc.
Boy Scouts for a merit badge event. President Mike WB8BZK is waiting for them to get back.

Show and tell
Gary KD9WFL group of people always listening to 146.415 simplex waiting for QSO.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:52 p.m. Dave K9RUF moved to close and the motion was seconded by Mike KC9Q

Following a short break, Kent Dulaney K9KMD gave a presentation of “Keep Lightning Outdoors”

Minutes recorded by Club Secretary Dan, KD9M

Subject: Meeting Minutes of January 2, 2018

The January meeting was called to order by President Mike, WB8BZK at 7:01 p.m. on January 2, 2018 in the Crystal Lake Bank meeting room.

The Pledge of Allegiance kicked off the meeting, led by Dave K9RUF.

President Mike, WB8BZK extended a welcome and asked if there were visitors or guests present.

We had 1 guests: Fred AC9RQ was in attendance.

President Mike, WB8BZK asked for any License Upgrades, New awards etc issued since Last meeting; Terry AC9RW upgraded to extra and Hannah KD9JUN took and passed his General. Gary KD9FML received worked all states mixed Digital / FT8. Mike WB8BZK received 5 Band DXCC.

Introductions around the room followed. 33 members + 1 guests were in attendance for the meeting.

Minutes from the December meeting were published for review on the club website by Secretary Dan, KD9AHQ. John K9JK moved to accept the minutes with correction of missing attendance of 26 members and 2 visitors, and the motion was seconded by Roger KF9D. The motion passed by voice vote.

In Treasurer Joe, N9OK absence there was no treasury report for January.

President Mike, WB8BZK announced that dues for 2018 are now being collected but with Joe N9OK not being present you could mail the dues in or wait till next month.

President Mike, WB8BZK encouraged all to join the club Yahoo reflector, K9RN.

Several upcoming operating activities, Winter Field Day, Ham Breakfast Algonquin Golden Coral Jan 27th Waukesha Jan 6th.

Desmond KB3LKM will be traveling to Ireland and looking to operate. He is interested in ideas for portable antennas.

Under the topic of old business,
President Mike, WB8BZK talked about 2018 Field day planning and Roger KF9D will chair a committee and check the previously used location to see if noise issue is still present.

President Mike, WB8BZK is waiting for an update for the Boy Scouts for a merit badge event.

Under the topic of new business,
The radio donated by Kathy Pease was a Drake TR7 with power supply.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:38 p.m. John KA9CAR moved to close and the motion was seconded by Dave NT9E

Following a short break, President Mike WB8BZK presented an interesting program: “Antarctic RF Adventure”.

All members left the bank facility at approximately 9:10 pm.

Minutes recorded by Club Secretary Dan, (KD9AHQ), KD9M

Subject: Meeting Minutes of Dec 5, 2017

The December meeting was called to order by Vice President Mike, ND9G at 7:00 p.m. on December 5, 2017 in the Crystal Lake Bank meeting room.

The Pledge of Allegiance kicked off the meeting, led by Joe K9DMV.
Vice President Mike ND9G extended a welcome and asked if there were visitors or guests present. We had 2 guests: Fred AC9RQ and John N9GU was also in attendance.

Vice President Mike ND9G asked for any License Upgrades, New awards etc issued since Last meeting; Fred AC9RQ took license and went from no license to extra in his sitting. Hannah KD9JUN took and passed his tech and General.

Introductions around the room followed. 26 members + 2 guests were in attendance for the meeting.

Minutes from the August meeting were published for review on the club website by Secretary Dan, KD9AHQ. Mike KC9Q moved to accept the minutes as published, and the motion was seconded by John KA9CAR. The motion passed by voice vote.

Treasurer Joe, N9OK reported starting balance of $4475.44, dues were paid in, and bank interest of $0.38 for a balance of $4655.82 in the treasury. The new member brought the paid membership to 96 full members. Dave NT9E made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report which was seconded by Cornel KK9DX. The motion passed by voice vote.

Vice President Mike ND9G encouraged all to join the club Yahoo reflector, K9RN.

Vice President Mike ND9G gave the 2017 K9RN Field day results showing for 2A we placed 1st in IL 4th for central area and 26th overall. Great job!

Several upcoming operating activities, Waukesha Jan 6th and Wheaton Jan 21st at the Kane county fair grounds.

Under the topic of old business,
John KA9CAR announced the club has radio equipment for loan and some misc. parts on the table for people to grab if wanted.

Vice President Mike ND9G talked about his setup for CQ World Wide 160 using only 50 watts and his gutter for an antenna. Making over 600 contacts and 4 countries.

Vice President Mike ND9G said planning for 2018 Field day will begin in January.

Vice President Mike ND9G said President Mike WB8BZK is working with the Boy Scouts for a merit badge event after the holidays.

Under the topic of new business,
KB9I repeater will migrate to P25 Only.
Dan KD9AHQ talked about Furman power filter that helped to clean up noise floor in his shack.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. John KA9CAR moved to close and the motion was seconded by Mike KC9Q.

Following a short break, Tom presented an interesting program: “FM Operations & FT70DR Talkie”. All members left the bank facility at approximately 9 pm.

Minutes recorded by Club Secretary Dan, KD9AHQ

Subject: Meeting Minutes of November 7, 2017

The November meeting was called to order by President Mike, WB8BZK at 7:00 p.m. on November 7, 2017 in the Crystal Lake Bank meeting room.

The Pledge of Allegiance kicked off the meeting, led by Dave K9RUF.

President Mike WB8BZK extended a welcome and asked if there were visitors or guests present. We had 5 guests: John Denore no license, Tom Schmitt no license, Kyler Baker (Boy Scout Leader), David Beeson (Boy Scout Leader), Richard Quaas NQ9R were visitors.

President Mike WB8BZK asked for any License Upgrades, New awards etc issued since Last meeting none noted.

Introductions around the room followed. 30 members + 5 guests were in attendance for the meeting.

Minutes from the August meeting were published for review on the club website by Secretary Dan, KD9AHQ. John KA9CAR moved to accept the minutes as published, and the motion was seconded by Dave NT9E. The motion passed by voice vote.

Treasurer Joe, N9OK reported starting balance of $4378.99, $180 in dues paid in, the purchase of a projector bulb $83.94 and bank interest of $0.39 for a balance of $4475.44 in the treasury. The new member brought the paid membership to 96 full members. John K9JK made a motion to accept the treasurer�s report which was seconded by Joe K9DMV. The motion passed by voice vote.

President Mike WB8BZK encouraged all to join the club Yahoo reflector, K9RN.

President Mike WB8BZK called for a moment of silence for ex member SK Leo Hunter K9GDI, and Neil Kern W9CNC.

President Mike WB8BZK and John KA9CAR gave a report on Jamboree on the air.

Boy Scout leaders Kyle Baker and David Beeson thanked the club and handed out patches to the club members that supported the event. They also said the feedback from the scouts was very positive. Kyle and David also asked about doing a session for the Radio merit badge next year some time. Will get more details off line.

Several upcoming operating activities, including contests, were highlighted. Algonquin Area Ham Breakfast report, Fort Wayne Ham fest, Milwaukee repeater Club Swap Fest See QST for additional contest details. Up-to-date DX information can be obtained from DailyDX.com.

Under the topic of old business, John KA9CAR announced the club has radio equipment for loan and some misc. parts on the table for people to grab if wanted.

Under the topic of new business, President Mike WB8BZK and Gary KD9FML brought up noise issue at field day location and to think about suggestions for new location, or help to find the noise source.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Olaf W9FY moved to close and the motion was seconded by Gary KD9FML.

Following a short break, John KA9CAR presented an interesting program: “Non-resonant Antennas”.

All members left the bank facility at approximately 9 pm. Minutes recorded by Club Secretary Dan, KD9AHQ

John Dewey KA9CAR: Call to order
Welcome to MCWA
Pledge of allegiance Dave (NT9E)
Introduction of new president, Mike WB8BZK

Mike Metroka WB8BZK:
Big Thank You to outgoing President, Officers & BOD Member
Introductions of incoming Officers and BOD Member
President – Mike Metroka (WB9BZK)
Vice President – Mike Ricketts (ND9G)
Treasure – Joe Robin (N9OK)
Secretary – Dan Larson (KD9AHQ)
Director – Roger Scott (KF9D)
Director – Jack Hudson (W9MU)
Past President – John Dewey (KA9CAR)

We held an Officer/BOD Transition Meeting to help quickly bring on the new members and to review roles and responsibilities of the various positions
Welcome to guests and/or visitors – 2 visitors Ralph (WB9ICF) Jerry (KC9TLM)
Any License Upgrades since last meeting?
Introductions  round table style
Please sign in on the forms going around
Roger KF9D’s secretary’s minutes posted on http://www.mcwa.org/minutes.htm  motion to approve (K9JK) And second (N9OK)
Joe N9OK’s treasurer’s report Starting of $4575.72 dues $10 expense $200 ARRL insurance postage reimbursement $7.08 interest earned $0.35 balance of $4378.99 remain at 90 members – motion to approve And second?
Jeff KC9WSJ – club library There is a link on the web site.
Club reflector – http://groups.yahoo.com/group/K9RN/
Jerry N9AVY publishes club newsletter which includes info on VE testing info, ham fests, contests, & DXpeditions.
We are in need of someone to head up our newsletter. It doesn’t have to be as extensive as Jerry’s works of art.
MCWA dues ($10) for 2017-18 are now being collected. See Joe N9OK
Tom W9NBG is our new Program Chair. Please contact Tom or any Officer if you would be interested in making a presentation at one of our future club meetings.

Announcements
Fifty hams to Puerto Rico to help out with Hurricane relief
SATURN recruiting people for hurricane relief support as well. (KA9CAR)
Jamboree On The Air: John KA9CAR and other will be operating from the Crystal Lake Boy Scouts of America shop on the afternoon of Saturday October 21. Everyone is welcome to drop by. On route 31 north of Crystal lake from 1-3 PM 600 N. Illinois Crystal Lake. KD9ESL will be doing it out of his house
Mike (WB8BZK) found a camporee at veterans acers 200 + scouts. Will get more information to give to Gary (KD9FML) more info will be sent out to K9RN reflector.
New ham bands 630 and 2200 meters bands need to sign up FCC registration page.
Dave (NT9E) QRZ page will give your lat long for this info.
All encouraged to register.
Ham fest/Conference reports/announcements (W9DXCC)
MCWA monthly breakfast 1st Saturday every month. Green Street Cafe.
Facebook page Dave will get data IE screen shot will be sent to Mike (WB8BZK)
MCWA VE Testing (KB9OLD)MCWB Club Wear Just For You just4ucustom.com Send Scott Carter email.
6 Meter net AKA EN52 net 50.180 USB 1 year anniversary Pierre K9EYE Wed 7:30 to 8:30
Portillo and other pre dinner 5:15 all invited
MCWA Badges $10
NT9E report on monthly breakfast in McHenry
Algonquin Area Ham Breakfast being planned for the end of October TBD October 28th 8AM Golden Corral in Algonquin Ask for comments on band conditions or any interesting contacts
Contest Calendar  Mike WB8BZK
Mike presented list of contest from OCT 4th to NOV 6.
Lots went to W9DXCC was a good time. Around 240 people well attended
Boon county expo – no water no food truck
HRO SuperFest less venders than previous lots of programs were good.
Oct 26 and 27th in Reno NV AMSAT
4th Nov Milwaukee at Elks lodge down from HRO
FT Wayne IN HAM FEST
Great lakes HAM com international speed way.
Other Announcements of interest to the club?

Old business
Thank you note sent to KE9FG for donations
Received 3 QSLs for Field Day on 6meter MIKE will add RST
MCWA Monthly Newsletter Jerry has been done since 78 and 80.

New business
Field Day: Not too early to start planning. We may need to consider a new venue due to the RF Noise Level
Who is interested in FD?
Overall FD Chairperson?
CW Station Leader?
Phone Station Leader?
VHF Station Leader?
Submission & Bonus Points Coordinator?
Any other new business?
New 10GHZ beacon installed south western DeKalb county LEE IL

Any Show and Tell?
Kits and part .com built a 20 and 30 meter 1 watt QRP K9FS.CC page has information.
KC9TLM – 6 meter HENtenna Japanese for strange antenna.
Invitation to pizza and continued discussion  The Cottage, Crystal Lake Ave
After the break we’ll have our Program: Jack W9MU RTTY: Operation and Contesting
Motion to adjourn? Mike (ND9G) And second Dave (NT9E) 20:03
5 – 10 minute Break
Program