Carleton County Amateur Radio Club
Meeting Minutes – November 2, 2009
The meeting was called to order by the President, Danny Swan at 19:36. The meeting was attended by 11 members.
The minutes from the October meeting were read and moved as read by Shama and seconded by Ina.
The Treasurer’s report was $1559.73, and there were 6 new memberships. The report was moved as adopted by Jason and seconded by Andy Hoyt.
Old Business
The TOW repeater has been removed and Floyd currently has it. He will look it over and return it to the owner for repairs (Gordie – VE1GB). We may have it back after being repaired. Danny suggested we offer to buy the repeater from Gordie. Eugene asked about a key in off hours for getting to the TOW equipment, and they were favorable to the idea.
Floyd gave a talk on handling traffic – written by Hugh.
Gary mentioned that we should talk with Pete (N1SS) about coming to visit. Some discussion about when (January or February), and also the possibility of going to the Houlton Christian Academy.
Danny put forward again about a “go-kit” for 2 meters and 70cm, and a possible radio that would work as a cross-band repeater – FT-8800. Also some discussion about power supplies and ease of transporting. Darren is willing to bring in his case for the next meeting. The general consensus of the members present was, again, that we should purchase a kit.
New Business
Jason put forward that we move the club’s account to RBC, and set up an account in the club’s name. Floyd moved that we moved the account – Jason seconded. Danny and Jason will be performing the switch this week on Wednesday (Nov 4).
Danny mentioned that the annual corporation return with the change of officers had been completed and paid for.
Meeting adjourned by Shama at 20:58.
Next meeting is December 7th.