July 21, 2023 Update 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571
Sign in. Meeting began at 6:10 pm
Guest and member introductions, 19 members & guests attending.
Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes held on 6/14/2023. Motion for approval by Don (K2WQ) and seconded by Mike (NM5MK), vote was unanimous with no objections.
Treasurer's Report. Don reported the current available balance is $10,026.00 after accounting for obligations. Motion for approval by Bill (AI5LK) and seconded by John (WB5Q), vote was unanimous with no objections.
Tim (W5TNM) president's remarks & discussion topics: a) Recent events supported by TARC, Field Day (21 Attendees) and 3 concert events. b) Tim spoke about the recent USFS inspections at San Antonio Mountain and Picuris Peak. Equipment inventory passed, however there is quite a bit of work to be done, with the final USFS report not issued yet. c) Tim noted upcoming events for the Town of Taos, will review and coordinate. d) Tim spoke about the ARRL Rocky Mountain Division Convention, scheduled for August 11, 12, 13 e) Call-sign license plates available from DMV for a nominal fee, applications printed f) Code-plug and programming help for radios if you have an Anytone from Bridgecom.
New Business: a) Vote to purchase 4 General License manuals for the club. Motion for approval by Brian (NB5R) and seconded by Greg (KF5TTO), vote was unanimous with no objections. b) Vote to support staff for outside events in 2023, water, food, etc. Motion for approval by Mike (NM5MK) and seconded by Keith (K5FS), vote was unanimous with no objections. c) Tim asked for event participation appreciation award ideas. Will discuss at the next monthly meeting. Ed (KF5EIG) is researching options. d) Tim asked about event pre-briefing summary and plans. Don (K2WQ) & Donovan (K2AH) responded that it was going well working with the Town of Taos. e) TARC social media FB & IG presence, Darien (NM5DF). No discussion as Darien was trying to come in on Google Meet and had technical issues. f) John (WB5Q) noted the upcoming Philmont event organized by Dale (KB5NFT). g) Other: Mike (NM5MK) suggested the club purchase a refrigerator. Lowes has one on sale with free delivery. Motion for approval by Glen (KF5OSB) and seconded by Greg (K5FTTO), vote was unanimous with no objections. h) Other: Keith (K5FS) provided an update on grants for Grape (space weather station). We are to be interviewed by a Grant giver.
Old Business a) ARES update – No discussion b) OPD Shack facilities update. Nothing to report. c) STEM portable demo system. Keith (K5FS). i. Vote final buys to closeout LANL grant. Motion for approval by Bill (AI5LK) and seconded by Don (K2WQ), vote was unanimous with no objections.
Repeater report: 220 and Angel Fire is up.
Net Report: 18 Analog, 7 DMR & 5 HF.
Business Meeting Close. Motion by Bill (AI5LK) and seconded by Don (K2WQ). Unanimous with no objections. Meeting adjourned at 7:15 pm