April Meeting Minutes
Miami County Amateur Radio Club
Meeting Minutes
The Miami County Amateur Radio Club met in open session at 7:33 pm on Friday April 9th at the clubhouse on Harrison Street. The following members were in attendance:
Brad—KD8LWZ
Scott—KB8JOY
John—W8JAG
John D—KE8RG
Chuck—KD3SQ
Steve—KC8TPF
Gary—WB8ROL
Dave—KD8GEH
Dave R. –WB8PMG
Josh—KC8OZA
Rob—KD8GEB
Without objection, the committee reports were waived, with the exception of the treasurer’s report, which follows.
Treasurer’s Report
Gary, WB8ROL reported the following balances and bills paid
Checking account balance as of last meeting: $3195.56
Bills paid since last meeting: $1071 for auto insurance
$140 for Hamfest fees
Total: $1211
Receipts: $35 for dues
Balance as of April 9th: $2019.56
On motion of Brad, KD8LWZ, and second of Scott, KB8JOY, the treasurer’s report was accepted.
Old Business
Dave, WB8PMG, reported that Hamfest tickets have been received. We have obtained a four-sided setup.
Chuck, KD3SQ, reminded everyone about the Troy Strawberry Festival and other upcoming service events.
New Business
Rob, KD8GEB, opened a discussion on the website. It was mentioned that the Globat site was paid up for another year. Josh, KC8OZA, suggested a content-based editing concept. The subject was tabled until the next meeting. Field Day was discussed and it was decided to co-ordinate with the Piqua Amateur Radio Club.
Scott, KB8JOY, made a motion to conduct business in all months except April, October, September, December, and February; although it was mentioned there could be a program every month. Brad, KD8LWZ, seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously. Gary, WB8ROL, indicated that he would like to do another program.
Josh, KC8OZA, was appointed President by acclimation, and Scott, KB8JOY, agreed to be Vice-President.
On motion of Chuck, KD3SQ, and second of Gary, WB8ROL, MCARC adjourned into the program session at 8:10 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Bradley Boehringer, KD8LWZ
Secretary