2007 June Meeting Minutes

* The meeting was called to order at 7:15 PM. 29 people signed the sign-in sheet.

* It was moved that the minutes of the May 8 meeting be approved. This motion was seconded and passed.

* Joe, N8FQ gave the correspondence report: a thank-you letter was sent to Rich LeBlanc for his $50 contribution to the club for our participation at Kinderplaats.

* Steve, N8UJD brought the club’s banner back to the clubhouse, it had briefly gone missing after it was used at Tulip Time.

* Phil, K8PVH went over the plans for Field Day, giving lists of band captains, stations, newspapers that press releases had been sent to, activities for bonus points, and people responsible for various other duties. The transmitters will be in the same locations as last year except for the GOTA station, which will be moved out by the baseball diamond.

* Ed, KF8EV said that another Extra class is planned for this fall, and asked people to spread the word about it.

* Jim, KC8KE gave the treasurer’s report: the main account balance was $3340.14.

* Dave, WD8PUO brought up gas and food expenses for Field Day. Jim, KC8KE allocated $150 for food and $100 for gas.

* The idea of adopting a highway, brought up last month, was killed.

* Jim, KC8KE announced that exams were held the previous night at Allendale High School; out of 8 candidates, 6 passed.

* Tom, K8TB brought up plans for a fox hunt. It is currently scheduled for June 26, participants will meet at the clubhouse at 6:30 PM and the event begins at 7 PM. There will be two award categories; first one to find the fox, and minimum mileage. Detailed rules will be posted on the mailing list at a later date.

* Plans for lighthouse operations were discussed. Tom, K8TB suggested operating from mobile stations in the park rather than the lighthouse proper, as this would solve many logistical issues.

* A break was held at 7:38 PM, during which 50/50 tickets were sold by Jim, KC8KE

* The break ended at 7:50 PM, and the winning 50/50 tickets were drawn. Most of the prizes were won by Tom, K8TB and Laryn, K8TVZ.

* Brian, KD8ANU described the food that will be provided for Field Day.

* Sue, KC8RQS reported on the financial status of the swap: $250 had been sent to Taylor Rental, leaving a balance of $2153.16 in the swap account. The school will provide 100 tables, reducing the number we need to rent.

* A brief discussion on antennas was given by Ernie, W8EL with some comments from a few others.

* The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 PM, and the building was secured at approximately 9:15 PM.

Inform me of any errors or omissions.
-Joe, N8FQ