July 17, 2024.
Westport Library
The meeting was called to order by Hugo – AA1XV at 7:35PM.
Attendance:
N1DPD, treasurer; K1MGD, vice president; AA1XV, president; W1PPL, WG1HM, K1WYQ, W1SMS, K1ARF.
Treasurer’s Report:
The club is solvent. Sixty two paying members reported so far this year. Treasurer presented expenses for the new repeater and accessories.
Previous meeting minutes:
Held on June 12 were reviewed and two corrections approved:
– Typo: W1DPD, should read: N1DPD.
– Under new business, it should be noted that Jon, AI1V, took over as the permanent webmaster, not temporary. There was a misinterpretation by the board.
After these corrections, the minutes were approved.
Old Business:
A progress report on the new 2M repeater was presented by Steve, W1SMS and Paul, W1PPL. In the next weeks, The new Yaesu Fusion repeater and antenna will be field tested. A controller provided by AI1V will be incorporated into the system.
New Business:
A few words were expressed by several members on the passing of Don Hudson, KA1TZR, his long time work and influence in the life of GNARC. Marty K1MGD will provide Don’s information to the ARRL in order to include him in the Silent Keys section of QST.
N1DPD, K1RF and K1MGD commented on the Field Day participation at the Westport Astronomical Society, this year.
The ARRL grants offered to clubs were discussed. There will be no action taken.
Announcement:
This year, like in the past, many will gather for the summer picnic. To that end, we will be contacting the generous member who has lent the house and their time for us to enjoy this tradition. It will be on August 18th and we will provide the time and location very soon.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 PM by AA1XV, who is submitting these minutes.
Hugo W. Catta – President
Greater Norwalk Amateur Radio Corporation
