Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes of the Meeting on 3-8-2023

March 17, 2023 taos amateur radio

Location: OPD, 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571

Sign in. Meeting began at 6:08 pm
Guest and member introductions, 15 members & guests attending with 1 by Google Meet.
Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes held on 2/8/2023 and published on 2/24/2023. Motion for approval by John (W5JHW) and seconded by Don (K2WQ), vote was unanimous with no objections.
Treasurer's Report. Don reported the current balance was $13,426.93 with $8,206.53 remaining after accounting for obligations.
Tim (W5TNM) president's remarks & discussion topics: i. Tim noted the prior Saturday, March 4th ARRL testing was conducted with 4 new Tech licenses (Bill, Zach, Denise & Richard) and 1 upgrade to General (Darien – KI5YWK) and 3 new members). Tim noted the next testing session will be at Philmont on April 23th and looking for additional ARRL VE’s to support. ii. Tim spoke about club dates for concerts in the park and other events as requested. Donovan (K2AH) noted the Fiestas will be held at Kit Carson Park and the parade to be on the Salazar extension. As a follow-up Tim requested a count of the quality vests used and may need to purchase more. iii. Upcoming Tech Fest being held on March 18th and last sign-up dates. iv. The annual membership fees are due March 1, 2023. Tim asked the open question if there should be a cut-of date or grandfathered. Mike (NM5MK) spoke up about the reasoning for one date for everybody. Donovan noted that he will send out an email to those who have not paid by March 1 and those who have a PayPal subscription. v. The club discussed the RMHAM Sandia Crest tower failure due to ice and wind.

New business:

a) Noted a future radio STEM Eclipse Project. Darien is on point and the link is on the agenda. Two upcoming eclipses, 10/14/23 and 4/8/24. b) Tim asked Keith (K5FS) to speak about the STEM portable project. Keith noted it will support from 160m to 70cm, all ham bands, will be housed in a 19”x19” box with handles. It will support solar, battery and plug-in power for demo purposes. Need to add some antennas and small misc items to make it complete. Tim asked for a motion to spend $4,176.45 on project. Motion for approval by Donovan and seconded by Don; vote was unanimous with no objections c) Discussed badges for ARES and the purchasing of supplies to print our own along with badge holders and lanyards. Don displayed several examples of badge designs for consideration. Tim asked for a motion to spend $200.00 on badge project. Motion for approval by Ananda ((KI5SNV) and seconded by Bill (now KJ5ABX); vote was unanimous with no objections. d) Wayne (W5GWR) asked to speak. Wayne went on to state that on behalf of American Legion Post 16, they are donating an American Flag to Taos ARC. Thank you from TARC! e) HF Net. Tim asked Wayne to discuss. Wayne went on to state earlier in the week he was having an 80M discussion with Gary (N5GDR) who is located in Cimarron. Wayne made a motion to setup an HF net on Sunday evenings, seconded by Donovan; vote was unanimous with no objections.

Old Business a) ARES update. Keep task books up to date. b) Cloudy weather, Tim noted the ongoing temporary shutdown of non-essential services until more consistent daytime sun. There appears to be some issues with Echolink and DStar. Wayne will contact Mick (KD5PX) regarding Echolink and Mike will contact Brian (NB5R) regarding other matters. c) Grants update, Tim asked Keith to provide an update. Keith discussed upcoming changes to LANL grant requirements and we decided not to pursue at 3rd LANL Foundation grand due to the new focus. d) OPD Shack facilities update. Nothing to report. e) PIC /SAM updates. Nothing to report.
Repeater report: Covered on previous discussions.
HF Report:
Net Report:
ARES Net: HF 3939, 1st Sunday; Wayne noted he and Gary attended the net.
Other Business: Mike (KI6KGC) noted the upcoming QSO party in April and will provide additional information.
Notice: Nothing to report.
Business Meeting Close. a) Motion by Don and seconded by Mike. Unanimous with no objections. Meeting adjourned at 7:12 pm

Taos Amateur Radio Club, March 8, 2023 Agenda

February 25, 2023 taos amateur radio

6:00 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: OPD 107 Civic Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and Google Meets for your choice, see our new TARC account, Google Meets instructions. A change from Zoom.

Optional potluck, 5:30

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name.

3) Approval of minutes for the 2/08/2023 meeting, published on 2/24/2023.

4) Treasurer's Report - Don (K2WQ) Expense summary, balance, available funds $_. Note Bridgecom Affiliate dropping from 10% to 5%.

5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: i. ARRL Tests - March 4 test, next is SAR Escape Test at Philmont, Sunday April 23, 9am, June 3, November 4 confirmed. ii. Other date events, June 17 concert, June 24 Field Day – Fiesta, Paseo Art, Eclipse October 14? club calendar coming. iii. Tech Fest March 11, $15 http://www.rmham.org/wordpress/new-mexico-techfest
iv. Annual membership dues, due by March 1, ARRL membership encouraged. v. Noting Sandia Crest tower failure

6) New Business: a) STEM Eclipse project – Darien (KI5YWYK) Events 10/14/2023 and 4/8/2024. https://science.nasa.gov/science-news/citizenscience/ham-radio-operators-we-need-your-help-during-solar-eclipses b) STEM portable demo system buy update – Keith (K5FS) / Wayne (W5GWR). c) Other?

7) Old Business: a) ARES Update – Brian (NB5R), Kiri (K7KAH) -keep your task books up to date- b) Cloudy weather note, trustee temporarily, remotely shut down PIC DMR and 220 repeaters to provide more power for PIC analog. Brian (NB5R). c) Grant update - Tom (KF5RKM) / Keith (K5FS). d) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (K2AH), Don, (K2WQ).

8) Repeater Report/Update – NB5R, (KF5PFO)

9) HF Report – John (WB5Q) Don (K2WQ)

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO

11) Statewide ARES Net – HF 3939, 1st Sunday, 5pm wintertime.

12) Other Business
a) Nets, 4th Wednesday 7PM, Picuris Mountain 147.120+, 67.0 analog, immediately afterwards DMR 442. 175 (+5 MHZ0 CC5 TS2 TG 715 local)

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures report, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

a) Show & Tell – TBD i. Future Learning: Doing TaskBook activity, Chirp programming, Anderson power poles, 1st HF antenna, coax & connectors, crimp vs soldering, using OPD HF radios. More ideas and more volunteer teachers.

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net: Analog: 2023 Net

KB5NFT Dale, 2. W5ZAC Zac, 3. K5GEO George, 4. KF5TTO Greg, 5. W5JHW John, 6. NM5MK Mike, 7. KI5HKU Craig, 8. W5TAO Greg, 9. KI5YWK Darien, 10. KE5CEJ Catherine, 11. W5GWR Wayne (Net Control)

DMR (Mitigation - Switched to OPD): 2023 Net 1.) W5GWR, Wayne, 3.) NM5MK, Mike, 4.) W5TAO, Gary

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Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes of the Meeting on 2-8-2023

February 24, 2023 taos amateur radio

OPD, 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571

Sign in. Meeting began at 6:05 pm
Guest and member introductions, 16 members & guests.
Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes held on 1/11/2023 and published on 1/21/2023. Motion for approval by Jane (KJ5ANE) and seconded by Glen (KF5OSB); vote was unanimous with no objections.
Treasurer's Report. Don (K2WQ) reported the required 990 for IRS reporting was completed. The current balance was $13,323.41 with $8,321.52 remaining after accounting for obligations. Tim (W5TNM) followed by describing some of the recurring expenses and a few purchases approved by member vote (ARRL books, 7 radios and 5 surge suppressors). Tim also commented on the unknown expenses with the Forest Service Leases that may or may not occur.
Tim (W5TNM) President's remarks. a) Noted the member approved purchase of surge suppressors were installed on all OPD equipment. b) Spoke about upcoming license testing for the year, ARRL will “Field Stock” the necessary supplies for paper testing. 4 exams have been scheduled, 3 at OPD (Mar 4, Jun 3, Nov 4) and 1 at Philmont Scout Ranch (Apr 23) to coincide with SAR Escape training. c) Required government filings, the State Attorney General was completed and approved on 2/7/2023. d) Discussed the fundraising tools, i.e. Amazon Smile was being discontinued in February 2023. Smiths/Kroger was still active and the club had recently received a check. e) Noted the upcoming Tech Fest sponsored by Rocky Mountain Ham on March 11, 2023. f) Reiterated the annual membership dues are due March 1, 2023. g) Discussed the ARRL insurance for liability and 3 equipment policies and asked for a member vote to approve upcoming premiums of approximately $807. Motion for approval by Daniel (KF5OSA) and seconded by John (W5JHW); vote was unanimous with no objections.
New business:

a) Tim spoke about how we lost Sherri (KI5TLA) our STEM Board member and that Darien (KI5YWK) was nominated and approved by the Board to fill the vacancy. He further explained how the By-Law’s allowed the decision and all that remained was a member vote to ratify the Boards action. Motion for approval by Greg (KI5TTO) and seconded by John (W5JHW); vote was unanimous with no objections. b) ARES update. i. OPD DMR, Tim briefly spoke about the DMR net held on the OPD repeater until further notice due to solar power limitations. ii. ARES Test, Donovan spoke about the SafAlert test that was performed on 2/7/2023 at 4pm. This test required respondents to check into an ARES net held on the Picuris repeater. There were a total of 8 members who checked in, 1 by email and 7 by radio. iii. OPD Generator, Donovan spoke about the generator test held the previous Thursday February 2, 2023. Tom (KF5RKM), Donovan along with Mitch (KE6CNG) and one of the Towns electricians ran the generator successfully, however there is some additional testing to be done in March. c) Other, Tim noted the club is working on a shared calendar to track club events, file storage, etc. using Google workspace. Donovan further explained how a number of services will eventually be consolidated.

Old Business a) Cloudy weather, Tim noted the ongoing temporary shutdown of non-essential repeater services until more consistent daytime sun. b) Grants update, Tim asked Keith (K5FS) to provide an update. Keith discussed upcoming changes to LANL grant requirements. c) STEM team buy, Keith spoke about the committee that is discussing the design and implementation of a portable hf/vhf/uhf for use in the field or for STEM demonstrations. d) OPD Shack facilities update. Nothing to report other than the generator update. e) PIC /SAM updates. Nothing to report.
Repeater report: Covered on previous discussions.
HF Report- Wayne (W5GWR) reported that 160M is open right now.
Net Report: Tim stated nets were going ok, 10 on the previous analog net and 4 on the DMR net.
ARES Net: HF 3939, 1st Sunday
Other Business: Nothing to report.
Notice: Nothing to report.
Business Meeting Close. Zach (W5ZAC) spoke about his wife’s health condition and thanked everyone for their support and prayers… a) Motion by Jane and seconded by Ananda (KI5SNV). Unanimous with no objections. Meeting adjourned at 6:51 pm

Taos Amateur Radio Club, February 8, 2023 Agenda

January 29, 2023 taos amateur radio

6:00 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: OPD, 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and ZOOM for your choice, see Zoom instructions forthcoming.

Optional potluck, 5:30

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name.

3) Approval of minutes for the 1/11/2023 meeting, published on 1/21/2023.

4) Treasurer's Report - Don (K2WQ) Tax Filing Plan, Expenses for Jan & Balance: $_.

5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: i. Surge suppressors on all OPD TARC equipment. ii. ARRL 2023 License Testing: Adding SAR Escape Test at Philmont, Sunday April 23, 9am, ARRL paper test. March 4 (3 testers expected), June 3, November 4 confirmed. iii. Government filings underway, IRS prerequisite to State Attorney General Certificate iv. Fundraising tools listed at the bottom of agenda – Amazon Smile stopped Feb 2023. v. Tech Fest March 11, $15 http://www.rmham.org/wordpress/new-mexico-techfest
vi. Annual membership dues, due by March 1, ARRL membership encouraged. vii. ARRL insurance payments (+$800) coming up, 1 liability, 3 equipment policies.

6) New Business: a) Board voted to approve Darien (KI5YWK) as STEM Board Representative, club ratify vote. b) ARES Update: Brian (NB5R) / Kiri (K7KAH) i. OPD DMR has been the backup Net for 2 months now ii. ARES Test (Donovan (K2AH) iii. OPD town generator test planning – Tom (KF5RKM) c) Other?

7) Old Business: a) Cloudy weather note, trustee temporarily, remotely shut down PIC DMR and 220 repeaters to provide more power for PIC analog. Brian (NB5R). b) Grants update - Tom (KF5RKM) / Keith (K5FS). c) STEM team buy update – Keith (K5FS) / Wayne (W5GWR). d) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (K2AH), Don, (K2WQ). e) PIC and SAM work 2023 needs - Glen (KF5OSB).

8) Repeater Report/Update – NB5R, (KF5PFO)

9) HF Report – John (WB5Q) Don (K2WQ)

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO

11) Statewide ARES Net – HF 3939, 1st Sunday, 5pm winter time.

12) Other Business
a) Nets, 4th Wednesday 7PM, Picuris Mountain 147.120+, 67.0 analog, immediately afterwards DMR 442. 175 (+5 MHZ0 CC5 TS2 TG 715 local)

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures report, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net:

Analog: 2023 Net

W5ZAC Zac, 2. K2AH Donovan, 3. KF5EIG Ed, 4. KF5TTO Greg, 5. NM5MK Mike. 6. KI5HKU Craig, 7. KE5CEJ Catherine, 8. W5TNM Tim, 9. KI5MGR John, 10. W5GWR Wayne (Net Control)

DMR (Mitigation - Switched to OPD): 2023 Net 1.) K2AH, Donovan, 2.) W5GWR, Wayne, 3.) NM5MK, Mike, 4.) KF0HSL, Chris, 5.) K5GEO, George (net control)

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Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes - 1-11-2023

January 21, 2023 taos amateur radio

Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes of the Meeting on 1-11-2023 OPD, 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571

Sign in. Meeting began at 6:09 pm i. Tim noted new officers at the helm, acknowledged Wayne & Glen as former Secretary and Treasurer respectively. Noted Donovan K2AH as the new Secretary and Don K2WQ as the new Treasurer.
Guest and member introductions, 16 members & guests attending with 2 by Zoom.
Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes held on 11-09-22 and published on 11-19-22. Motion for approval by Don and seconded by Wayne. Vote was unanimous with no objections.
Treasurer's Report. Don reported the balance was $11,599 and cents. Tim acknowledged Glen’s service as the Treasurer and presented him with a plaque from the club.
Tim (W5TNM) president's remarks. i. Tim noted he accumulates numbers and stated for 2022 the club provided 878 volunteer hours participating in 2 incidents, 11 events for eye-to-eye with about 24,940 people. 1 Elementary school STEM session, 3 ARRL testing sessions and 9 licenses obtained.

ii. Tim noted the new officers effective Jan 1st as previously mentioned earlier in the meeting. Went on to mention, that Brian is the official Trustee as he manages the club license. Also noted that Tom is the STEM/Grant board member.

iii. Tim spoke about the ARRL tests hosted by the club with proposed dates of March 4th, June 3rd (mentioned the current General Class license pool expires June 30th) and Nov 11th. No tests during field day and testing will be at OPD. Asked if there were any opposed to the dates with no objections or questions raised.

iv. Tim stated that required government filings are underway, directed statement towards Don regarding IRS. Don stated that the IRS site is shut down until tomorrow (Jan 12 2023) and once available he would file the tax statement and be done with it. They both discussed how easy the filing is and only requires checking a box indicating revenues of $50K or less. Tim mentioned the club brought in approximately $22K in 2021 and about $18K in 2022 but didn’t have the exact figures with him. Tim stated he is working on the State Attorney General paperwork and will update as soon as the IRS filing is completed. And the Secretary of State is due in May of 2023.

v. Tim noted the fundraising tools at the bottom of the agenda, i.e. Amazon, Smith’s etc.

vi. Tim stated that annual membership dues are due March 1, 2023. Asked the Secretary if the grace period was 60 days, Donovan stated it is 90 days. And it’s just easier to get it done at the beginning of the year and get it out of the way. Tim mentioned he uses the PayPal subscription so he doesn’t forget and it gets done.

New business: Tim stated he wanted to throw in a couple of things that were not on the agenda…

• Tim spoke about Zach and that he was not at the meeting tonight and that his wife had been hospitalized in Albuquerque by way of helicopter ambulance. Tim said that Zach worked on solar jobs with another member of the club, Greg Busick, and would try to gather more information and perhaps there may be an opportunity to help.

• Tim said there was a club email that went out from Brian of RMHAM regarding their upcoming Techfest event on March 18th. Tim mentioned that this would be the 3rd one he had attended, it was $15 on-line or in-person in Albuquerque to attend. He went on to say how well the presentations have been in the past and well worth the money. Asked Ed if he was a member yet and if not, would provide the details in case he would like to attend.

• Tim said there is about $4,100 of the $11K in the bank ear marked for a grant, so we have about $7K that is ours and with a vote would propose to purchase 4 Tech Study Guide books at about $30/ea. Asked if all members present were in favor. All were in favor with no objections noted.

• Tim went on to say he was running out of the 5w baofeng radios that are handed out to members when they pass their exam. The radios are about $30/ea and he would like to have a motion to proceed to order about $200 worth of radios. John made a motion for approval and was seconded by Wayne and all members present voted to affirm with no objections noted.

a) Tim spoke about the past cloudy weather and asked that Brian talk about what happened regarding Picuris Peak repeaters. Brian stated that it’s an ongoing saga and after nearly a full week of no sun to the first of the new year, the batteries were steadily going down so any non-essential equipment was remotely shut down. Critical equipment for Public service, Kit Carson Elec. schools, radio station, etc. were functioning. Brian went on to say that the batteries for other users experienced disruption, with some comms moved to SAM usage (where power is on-grid). Brian continued regarding the repeaters located on Angel Fire peak. They had an outage, but have since been resolved. Both Brian and Tim spoke briefly about the upgrades that were completed last year to the Picuris Peak equipment which was completed with monies from both TARC and RMHAM. Wayne asked a question about the San Antonio MegaLink and Brian’s response was when the snow melts we will get back up there.

b) ARES update. i. Tim asked Brian to talk about the upcoming changes for ARES repeaters. Brian is currently researching new ARES repeaters for the whole state and new tower sites. Will be mixed mode DMR and linked by the State’s microwave network, in planning at the current time with no dates yet for roll-out. Tim asked if SAR frequencies would be part of that bundle. Brian stated they use those repeaters albeit on different frequencies.

ii. Tim mentioned that Kiri was supposed to be on to talk about the ARES Task Books but would talk about what he has done so far. Tim went on to show how his Task Book was setup and that a physical Task Book would be required to allow Brian to sign-off on completed training items.

iii. Tim spoke about the SafAlert test that Don, Donovan and Tim participated in on January 31st., and the list of 17 people that indicated ARES interest. Tim asked who had some thoughts on the test. Donovan responded that he had received both a text and email and followed the instructions that were in the message. For this test it was to respond by text to Kiri. Brian interjected that the alerts can be also be sent by radio, however it requires your radio to support a two-tone page. Tim went on to say there will be more SafAlert tests in the future for those who are interested in participating in ARES, it’s a club thing but not everyone has to be involved. Tim asked Wayne to mention Bill Madder who is the ARES Section Mgr for ARRL. Wayne said that he is the person to get your final endorsement for the skill level 3, which is on the last ARRL test EC-016. For completion you need an endorsement from Bill Madder. Wayne went on to say that Bill had contacted him by phone the prior Monday and after some discussion Bill indicated that he would proceed to contact Ken and give him his (Bills) endorsement for Wayne. Ken is the top person for ARES at ARRL. Wayne continued, that if one reaches that point for their training or has a need to contact Bill, he can be reached by email at, K8TE.Bill.Mader@gmail.com. Neither Wayne or Tim had his phone number. Tim asked if there were any questions so far.

iv. Generator test. Tim spoke about the Town of Taos having a propane generator at OPD and asked Tom to talk about the test to be done. Tom said that he had been in contact with Mitch the prior week and had planned to be at OPD on Jan 11th to start the generator, however the building supervisor who Mitch wanted to be present for the test was unavailable. The plan was shifted to the following day, Jan 12th to ensure that the building supervisor is able to test and verify the operation before demonstrating to TARC. Tim asked Brian regarding equipment and surge suppressors during a test. Brian went on to talk about the utility company, lightning and always highly recommends surge suppression on all electronics you’re concerned about. Tim asked an open question, “do we need to unplug or install surge suppressors for the equipment?” The consensus was to install suppressors with Tim noting that the club has over $23K of equipment at the shack alone. Brian noted that one needs to invest in quality surge suppressors, i.e. $30-$50/ea. Tim asked how many should be purchased with 6 being agreed upon, he went on to state that he would purchase those that have a high value guarantee. Tom interjected and wanted to state that it was felt that all equipment should be unplugged prior to the test. Tim noted that we would unplug all equipment before we leave the meeting. Dan asked if we knew what the generator was rated at. There was some discussion that it was more than adequate for our needs. Craig asked if there was anything that needed to be left powered on. Brian and Tim both indicated no, however since the Town of Taos has a backup data center located on-site to be addressed.

Old Business a) Tim moved the discussion to Grants and STEM purchases. Work is ongoing for Grant close-outs and that we have about $4K allocated for STEM. This was a segway to note that Sherri KI5TLA, (STEM Board Member) who was a teacher at Taos High resigned from the Board. Tim noted that the By-laws provide to the Board the ability to appoint someone for an unfinished term. Then, at the next regular meeting hold a membership vote. He went on to say that they would be looking for a volunteer and then brought up that Darien Fernandez KI5YWK has volunteered to take the STEM position. At which time Tim asked Darien if in fact that was a true statement. To which Darien replied “I will affirm that, I will attest to that” which resulted in some laughter… Tim went on to say the Board will meet at a later time to discuss and if someone else would like to volunteer they could. He briefly mentioned the 2-year term max for any Board position and that he (Tim) would term-out on Jan 1, 2024. Tim asked if there was any further discussion regarding the STEM Board position. No one raised any comments or concerns. Tim went on to say that for the next meeting there would be an agenda item for a vote. Tim noted the reason it could be a good slot for Darien is his involvement with Rocky Mountain Youth Corp and could be outreach to other organizations.

b) Tim went on to discuss STEM updates and noted that we have focused on the high school and there’s a study and where another volunteer/told where Wayne is trying to draft Keith K5FS into organizing a technical committee on the purchase of portable equipment and accessories. Tim noted there was a study done by the State and Los Alamos about the investments in STEM and asked if Keith would briefly talk about it. Keith noted the study was done to see how effective their investments have been and that LANL has literally invested millions of dollars for STEM education primarily in NM. He went on to say the conclusion that came out of this study is that not too many of their funded programs were successful by their own criteria. The few that were successful died on the vine once the funding dried up and they attribute that to the failure to adequately integrate the program into the curriculum. Keith noted the study indicated they are reworking the strategic plan, priorities and criteria for these types of Grants. Tim stated that going forward to apply for a broader base STEM grant that’s not limited to schools and that STEM is for anyone on the community who wants to learn. So it could work to our advantage and perhaps we’re part of that case study, where we lost our teacher and the kids. Tim asked Keith to organize folks to see what we could do for a buy like shack in the box, build it, adding nice things in here and pointed to Brian for consultation. He went on to talk about George K5GEO’s email (Winlink related) and others in the club who can provide input and expertise. And putting in the club shack non-internet based email on VHF or HF, Winlink based to support the community. Tim asked Brian if it would be easy to-do. Brian stated that Winlink over the internet is easy but not as much over HF. Wayne spoke up and asked if that’s what a pan-adapter was for? Brian and others indicated no… Brian noted it’s software, sound card interface and radio. Tim went on to say that we would have this group led by Wayne and Keith and others who wish to help to draft proposals and options to spend money that will need to be voted on.

Brian brought up an ARES related topic regarding the mobile command truck owned by the town. The plan is to go through and update everything including HAM radios, repeaters, computers, cameras, dispatch console, etc. HF capability would be added as well and it could be brought out for events. Looking to the future once it’s complete that there would be a possibility for some present in the room to help operate.

c) OPD Shack facilities update. Tim stated that we had not voted on the surge suppressors and that he would go get 6 from ACE with an estimated cost of $200. Motion to approve was made by Don, seconded by John with all members present voting to affirm with no objections.

d) PIC /SAM updates. Nothing to report.

Repeater report: Covered on previous discussions.
HF Report- Don stated that due to time of year along with ice/snow that it difficult to modify/change antennas. He went on to say that for the last test conducted there was very limited success and that he only has 20M currently available at his place. Tim noted 2 additional HF stations that were up and running, Miles in Los Alamos and a non-member Will, located in Taos Canyon.
Net Report: Tim stated nets were going ok, although there was a DMR problem during the prior event. Tim asked Wayne if there was anything to add. Wayne pointed out that for ARES skill level 2 there is an optional Net Control Operator experience. Wayne offered to step down and let others if they so choose to be the Net Control for upcoming Nets. Wayne asked there would be a digital net. Brian stated that there are other digital repeaters and we should rotate between them. Members should have their radios programmed correctly, they can hit the repeaters, etc.
ARES Net: HF 3939, 1st Sunday
Other Business: Nothing to report.
Business Meeting Close. a) Motion by John (W5JHW) and seconded by Brian (NB5R). Unanimous with no objections. Meeting adjourned at 7:15 pm

Taos Amateur Radio Club, January 11, 2023 Agenda

January 2, 2023 taos amateur radio

6:00 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: OPD 107 Civic Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and ZOOM for your choice, see Zoom instructions forthcoming.

Optional potluck, 5:30

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name.

3) Approval of minutes for the 11/09/2022 meeting, published on 11/19/2022. Note: These minutes record officer elections as: a) President, Tim, W5TNM; Vice-President, Greg, KF5TTO; Secretary, Donovan, K2AH; Treasurer, Don, K2WQ; Board members Tom, Grants, KF5RKM; Glen, Events and Facilities, KF5OSB; Sherri, STEM, KI5TLA; Brian, Standing trustee, NB5R; Mike, NM5MK Immediate past president.

4) Treasurer's Report - Don (K2WQ) Tax Filing Plan & Balance is: $_about $11K?_

5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: i. 2022 Summary – 878 volunteer hours, participated in 2 incidents and 11 events and eye to eye with 24,940 citizens, an elementary school STEM session, 3 testing sessions at OPD with 9 licenses obtained. ii. New officers were effective January 1, 2023. iii. In person ARRL tests to be scheduled, proposing March 4, June 3 or Field Day, November 11 iv. Government filings underway v. Fundraising tools listed at the bottom of agenda. vi. Annual membership dues, due by March 1.

6) New Business: a) Cloudy weather note, trustee temporarily, remotely shut down PIC DMR and 220 repeaters to provide more power for PIC analog. Brian (NB5R) b) ARES Update: i. ARES Linked Repeaters – Brian (NB5R) ii. ARES Task Book Maintenance 1, 2, 3, application, callout list. Kiri (K7KAH) iii. ARES Callout SafAlert Test 12/31/2022 – Kiri (K7KAH) iv. OPD Town of Taos generator test planning – Tom (KF5RKM) c) Other?

7) Old Business: a) Grants update - Closeouts Frost May 2023, LANL October 2023. Tom (KF5RKM) b) STEM update – Sherri (KI5TLA) – Buy planning team – portable, solar powered demo HF system or more. c) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (K2AH), Don, (K2WQ). d) PIC and SAM work updates Glen (KF5OSB).

8) Repeater Report/Update – NB5R, (KF5PFO)

9) HF Report – John (WB5Q) Don (K2WQ)

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO

11) Statewide ARES Net – HF 3939, 1st Sunday (except Jan 1)

12) Other Business
a) ARRL Tests for 2023: Pending b) Nets, 4th Wednesday 7PM, Picuris Mountain 147.120+, 67.0 analog, immediately afterwards DMR 442. 175 (+5 MHZ0 CC5 TS2 TG 715 local)

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures report, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net:

Analog: December 2022 Net

K2AH Donovan, 2. K5GEO George, 3. K2WQ Don, 4. KJ5ANE Jane, 5. KF0HSL Chris, 6. KF5TTO Greg, 7. W5JHW John, 8. NM5MK Mike, 9. NB5R Brian, 10. W5TNM Tim, 11. W5TAO Gary, 12. KJ5UR John, 13. KI5YWK Darien, 14. W5ZAC Zac, 15. KB0ZCO Brent, 16. KI5MGR John, 17. W5GWR Wayne (Net Control)

DMR (Switched to OPD): December 2022 Net K2AH Donovan, NB5R Brian, K5GEO George, W5TAO Gary

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Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes of the Meeting on 11-09-2022

November 19, 2022 taos amateur radio

Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes of the Meeting on 11-09-2022

OPD, 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571

Sign in. Meeting began at 6:08 pm
Roll Call. 25 members & guests attending with 5 on Zoom.
Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes held on 09-14-22 and published on 10-01-22. Motion for approval by Don and seconded by Glen. Vote was unanimous with no objections.
Treasurer's Report. Glen reported that he would email the current bank balance the next day. POST Meeting, Balance was $12,126.37
Tim (W5TNM) president's remarks.

a) Election nominations announced by Tim asking for additional nominations for any positions. No one additionally stood for any position. Current nominations stand, and are:

i) President, Tim, W5TNM; Vice-President, Greg, KF5TTO; Secretary, Donovan, K2AH; Treasurer, Don, K2WQ; Board members Tom, Grants, KF5RKM; Glen, Events and Facilities, KF5OSB; Sherri, STEM, KI5TLA; Brian, Standing trustee, NB5R; Mike, Immediate past president, NM5MK. Tim again asked for additional nominations. No one stood. Tim called for a vote. John C. (WB5Q) motioned for a vote by acclamation. Mike seconded. Vote was unanimous with no objections.

ii) Tim announced that these will be the officers on the first of the new year.

iii) Tim announced that there will be in person testing on Saturday, November 12, at 10:00. He said there were two testing so far.
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iiii) Tim said that some of the radio stations were running some old PSAs that they must have found digging through their old files.
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New business:

a) Tim said that the US Forest Service inventory has been submitted. He believes we will get the $140.00 version as opposed to the highly escalated version.

b) Tim moved on to a debrief on the gas line break incident and Halloween event. Donovan chimed in on Halloween, said we had six members participate. He said it was a great turnout and was very smooth. He went on to thank Don, Greg, and Wayne for a great job with traffic control on Placitas. Craig chimed in on the gas line on how the previous emergency lasted 14 hours. He expressed concern about how incidents could be a long haul and shifts would be required. He recommended having an emergency pack in your vehicle that includes warm clothing, etc.

c) Board meeting update: Members, old and new gathered. A letter to city has been sent regarding how we can be a part of the EOC, callout, training, etc… The gas event, with some safety consideration spawned an insurance review action. From the known coverage, we are covered and we have the Town of Taos as a payee on our policy. Town coverage extends to TARC.

Tom chimed in and said we are covered as long as we are called out. Donovan chimed in, saying that in ARRL under ARES there is the Volunteer Protection Act. He went on to say that if you are called out, you are federally protected under most circumstances if you are a 501c3. It does not include driving a vehicle or gross negligence. Tom chimed in after Tim asked him for key points. He expressed the need for a call out system and acknowledged Wayne for doing a great job of getting people mobilized for the gas leak emergency.

d) Kiri (K7KAH) gave an ARES Update due to renewed interest: Task-books level 1,2,3, application, call out and callout list capabilities were discussed. Kiri asked for members to join a list for call out. She said you do not have to be an ARES member to participate. For those wanting to get more involved, especially with larger incidents, Kiri said you might want to consider joining ARES. She went on to describe the requirements for each skill level. Kiri also gave study and exam taking advice for the required FEMA courses. She also recommended having a 72 hour "go-pack".

e) Tim announced a private grant foundation request written by Keith Miller for eight new DMR radios. Tim asked for a vote. Without motion or second, all were in favor with no objections to submit a $3,000 grant request.

f) TARC hats were distributed for assistance with events over the summer.

Old Business

a) STEM update-Sherri (KI5TLA): Sherri stated there was a lot of money left over from the grants saying she's open to ideas, such as bringing in the public on field day. Tim chimed in about some nifty solar stuff that came in on field day. Brian chimed in about wi-fi in ham frequencies.

b) OPD shack facilities update-Donovan: Donavan had nothing new. A question was asked about tables. Tom said he would check with Mitch.

c) PIC and SAM work update: Brian- D-STAR is back up on SAM. Brian also said that the Megalink had a faulty antenna. He stated that he has a smaller replacement antenna and will try to replace the bad one this year. Picuris was the big one, according to Brian. He said a bank of eight solar panels were removed and replaced. Batteries were also added to the setup, increasing the total amp hour reserve. San Antonio has a camera now, but is not on the web yet, according to Brian.

Repeater report: Covered on previous discussions.
HF Report- Don: Notifications will be sent, according to Don on HF net. Tim suggested the 3rd Wednesday for the net.
Net Report: Tim stated nets were good, getting 10-15 people.
ARES Net: HF 3939, 1st Sunday
Other Business:

a) John (W5JHW) started a passionate conversation about rat protection for vehicles. He provided an electronic solution to keep rats from chewing vehicle wires. Others chimed in with other solutions.
Business Meeting Close.

a) Motion by John C (WB5Q) and seconded by Don (K2WQ). Unanimous with no objections. Meeting adjourned at 7:02 pm.

TaosARC November 9, 2022 Agenda V2, Annual Meeting & Elections Reminder

November 5, 2022 taos amateur radio

6:00 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: OPD 107 Civic Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571

Optional potluck, 5:30

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and ZOOM for your choice, see Zoom instructions forthcoming.

Notice: New ByLaws are effective 10/12/2022.

Note: For all, on October 12 we did not have a quorum to hold a meeting or have elections, so the November agenda is a near mirror of the October agenda. There are no minutes for October. Quorum attendance was lacking as we had 9 people respond to a city gas break emergency just before the meeting started.

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name.

3) Approval of prior month (September) minutes, published 10/1/2022.

4) Treasurer's Glen (KF5OSB) Report Balance is: _TBD__

5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: a) Election to yet occur, nominations are: i. President Tim (W5TNM), Vice President Greg (KF5TTO), Secretary Donovan (K2AH), Don (K2WQ) Treasurer, Board Members & Roles: Tom (KF5RKM) Grants, Glen (KF5OSB) Events & Facilities, Sherri (KI5TLA) STEM, standing Trustee Brian (NB5R), immediate past president Mike (NM5MK)

ii. New officers are effective January 1, 2023.

iii. In person ARRL test offered 11/12/2022, 10am at OPD.

iv. KNCE, KRZA, KTAO publicity

6) New Business: a) US Forest Service inventory submitted. b) Debrief on gas emergency of 10/12/2022 & Halloween Event. c) Board Meeting Update. d) ARES Update – Task Books Level 1, 2, 3, application, callout list. Kiri (K7KAH). e) Other?

7) Old Business: a) STEM update – Sherri (KI5TLA), b) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (K2AH), Don, (K2WQ). c) PIC and SAM work updates.

8) Repeater Report/Update – NB5R, (KF5PFO)

9) HF Report – John (WB5Q) Don (K2WQ)

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO

11) Statewide ARES Net – HF 3939, 1st Sunday

12) Other Business
a) ARRL Tests for 2022: Saturday 10am at OPD, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos 87571, November 12. b) Nets, 4th Wednesday 7PM, Picuris Mountain 147.120+, 67.0 analog, immediately afterwards DMR 442. 175 (+5 MHZ0 CC5 TS2 TG 715 local)

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures reports, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

a) Show & Tell – TBD i. Future Learning: Chirp programming, Anderson power poles, 1st HF antenna, coax & connectors, crimp vs soldering, using OPD HF radios. More ideas and more volunteer teachers.

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net:

Analog: Sept Net

K2AH Donovan, 2. K5GEO George, 3. W5JHW John, 4. KE5CEJ Catherine, 5. NM5MK Mike, 6. KI5HKU Craig, 7. W5TAO Gary, 8. N5TSV Mickey, 9. W5TNM Tim, 10. KF5TTO Greg, 11. KI5IPS Sheila, 12. KI5AXU Karen, 13. K7KAH Kiri, 14. KF5OSB Glen, 15. W5GWR Wayne Net Control

Analog Oct Net:

K2AH Donovan, 2. K5GEO George, 3. W5JHW John, 4. NM5MK Mike, 5. W5TAO Gary, 6. N5TSV Mickey, 7. W5TNM Tim, 8. KF5TTO Greg, 9. KF5OSB Glen, 10. KI5QRZ Parish, 11. W5GWR Wayne Net Control

DMR: Sept Net

W5JHW, John 2. N5TSV, Mickey 3. K2AH, Donovan 4. W5TNM, Tim 5. NM5MK, Mike 6. W5GWR, Wayne 7. KF5OSB, Glen 8. K5GEO, George (Net Control)

DMR Oct Net:

W5JHW, John 2. KF5OSB, Glen 3. K2AH, Donovan 4. W5TNM, Tim 5. NM5MK, Mike 6. W5GWR, Wayne 7. K5GEO, George (Net Control)

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TaosARC November 9, 2022 Agenda, Annual Meeting & Elections Reminder

October 15, 2022 taos amateur radio

6:10 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: OPD 107 Civic Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571

Optional potluck, 5:30

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and ZOOM for your choice, see Zoom instructions forthcoming.

Notice: New ByLaws are effective 10/12/2022.

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name.

3) Approval of prior month (September) minutes.

4) Treasurer's Glen (KF5OSB) Report Balance is: _TBD__
5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: a) Election to yet occur, nominations are: President Tim (W5TNM), Vice President Greg (KF5TTO), Secretary Donovan (K2AH), Don (K2WQ) Treasurer, Board Members & Roles: Tom (KF5RKM) Grants, Glen (KF5OSB) Events & Facilities, Sherri (KI5TLA) STEM, standing Trustee Brian (NB5R), immediate past president Mike (NM5MK) i. New officers are effective January 1, 2023. ii. In person test offered 11/12/2022, 10am at OPD. iii. KNCE & KRZA publicity

6) New Business: a) US Forest Service inventory submitted. b) Debrief on gas emergency of 10/12/2022. c) Board Meeting Update. d) Other?

7) Old Business: a) STEM update – Sherri (KI5TLA), b) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (K2AH), Don, (K2WQ). c) PIC and SAM work needs

8) Repeater Report/Update – NB5R, (KF5PFO)

9) HF Report – John (WB5Q) Don (K2WQ)

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO

11) ARES update – HF 3939, 1st Sunday

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures reports, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

a) Show & Tell – TBD i. Future Learning: Chirp programming, Anderson power poles, 1st HF antenna, coax & connectors, crimp vs soldering, using OPD HF radios. More ideas and more volunteer teachers.

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net:

Analog: Sept Net

K2AH Donovan, 2. K5GEO George, 3. W5JHW John, 4. KE5CEJ Catherine, 5. NM5MK Mike, 6. KI5HKU Craig, 7. W5TAO Gary, 8. N5TSV Mickey, 9. W5TNM Tim, 10. KF5TTO Greg, 11. KI5IPS Sheila, 12. KI5AXU Karen, 13. K7KAH Kiri, 14. KF5OSB Glen, 15. W5GWR Wayne Net Control DMR: Sept Net
W5JHW, John 2. N5TSV, Mickey 3. K2AH, Donovan 4. W5TNM, Tim 5. NM5MK, Mike 6. W5GWR, Wayne 7. KF5OSB, Glen 8. K5GEO, George (Net Control) ZOOM Information:

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Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes of the Meeting on 09-14-2022

October 1, 2022 taos amateur radio

OPD, 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571

Sign in. Meeting began at 6:08 pm
Roll Call. 29 signins, with 5 of those on Zoom. Special guest Delinda VanneBrightyn, President of Search and Rescue was also in attendance. Delinda introduced herself, she is also the K9 Team Leader, and announced that she wanted to see the Taos ARC OPD Hamshack and see how it could interface with Search and Rescue, and how our organizations could work together.

Approval of prior months minutes held on 08-10-22 and published on 08-20-22. Motion for approval by Mickey (N5TSV) and seconded by Don (K2WQ).
Treasurer's Report. Glen reported an account balance of $10,271.35 and an available balance of $9.496.35. The Town of Taos was invoiced on 08-23-22 for My Morning Jacket concert, received payment on 09-10-22, and deposited by Wayne on 09-14-22.
Tim (W5TNM) president's remarks.

a) Elections in October, bylaws, expand board membership and vote.

i) Significant changes to the bylaws include the total number of board members increased to 9 and a change in the use of form 990 for tax reporting. The specific form number was removed.

ii) Tim remarked that as an expanding club, more board members would be required, and suggested three more board members. Don (K2WQ) expressed approval of the ByLaw changes including more board members. Zac (W5ZAC) asked about the pros and cons of adding more board members. Tim responded by saying it would spread out the workload, as each board member would be assigned a specific task in addition to board duties. Mike (NM5MK) responded that he liked the idea. Jane (KJ5ANE) also was in favor. Mike (KI6KJC) asked of the responsibilities of the new board members. Tim said it would be skilled based and cited grant writing as an example. Zac asked if they would be officers as well? Tim said they would be board members outside of the four officers, bring the new total to 4 officers and 5 board members for a total board of 9.

Tom asked of the quorum requirements. Donovan displayed the quorum requirements as stated in the by-laws. A quorum was present.

Changes to the by-laws were voted and unanimously approved, with no opposed.

b) Open nominations for October voting: Motion by Don, seconded by Mickey (N5TSV). Vote was unanimous to open nominations with no objections.

President: Motion by Greg (KF5TTO) Tim for President. Seconded by Don. No others stood for this position, nomination accepted. 

   Vice-President: Motion by Tim with Greg for VP. Seconded by Craig (KI5HKU). No others stood for this position, nomination accepted.

   Secretary: Motion by Tim for Donovan (K2AH), seconded by Jane. No others stood for this position, nomination accepted.

   Treasurer: Motion by Tim for Don, seconded by Mike. No others stood for this position, nomination accepted. 

   Brian (NB5R) for board is automatic as a Trustee with no expiration.

   Board: Motion by Tim for Sherri (KI5TLA), seconded by Mike. No others stood for this position, nomination accepted.

    Board: Motion by Tim for Tom, seconded by Mike. No others stood for this position, nomination accepted.

    Board: Motion by Mike for Glen, seconded by Don. No others stood for this position, nomination accepted.

     Motion by Mickey (N5TSV) to close nominations, seconded by Mike (NM5MK). Vote was unanimous with no opposition for candidate nominations.

c) Many events have occurred this year totaling approximately 663 volunteer hours to date according to Tim, having served 14,924 citizens this calendar.

New Business:

a) SAR interest from LA, SF, Taos: Members of SAR from those areas toured the OPD shack but did not remain for the meeting, with the exception of Delinda from Taos SAR.

b) Don expanded on the events summary by speaking of the upcoming Arts Festival known as The Paseo giving details on member participation duties.
Old Business

a) The Robotics and Mesa club have stolen some of Sherri's students from STEM, according to Sherri.

b) The repeater sites at TSV, Holy Cross and Angel Fire are insured for $2,000.00 each, which, according to Tim, are underinsured, but insured costing $84.00 a year.

c) HF Net - Don is considering 40 or 80 meters. Don reported he is still working on it and doesn't have a lot to report. Tim asked Brian about NVIS. Brian explained that NVIS is where you bounce the transmit signal straight up and back down to a wide regional area.

d) OPD shack facilities update. No one had any significant update.

e) SAM power supply worklist, roof, licensed and state inspections were discussed. Brian spoke of a combiner system that was installed on SAM, that would allow for multiple repeaters on the same antenna. Brian updated that many vegetation fire hazards had been removed around the SAM shack. Brian referenced a building at a non TARC repeater site in the burn area that was insulated vs one that was not. The equipment in the insulated shack was fine, but the equipment in the uninsulated shack was destroyed. He noted that much of the damage to masts occurred at the upper, not lower end of antenna masts. Mickey asked about the guy wires. Brian stated that they were fine though he stated most towers were self-supporting. Brian thought Picuris was relatively safe from fire but stated concern about SAM.

8, 9, and 10 covered on previous discussions. (Repeater report, HF Report and Net report)

No ARES discussion in the meeting.
Other Business.

a) ARRL tests scheduled for 11-12-22, Saturday at 10:00 am at OPD.

b) Nets: 4th Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm.

13) Club meetings held the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 pm at OPD on 107 Civic Plaza Dr.

Business Meeting Close.

a) Motion by Greg (KF5TTO) and seconded by Jane (KJ5ANE). Meeting adjourned at 7:19 pm.

OPD - TaosARC October 12, 2022 Agenda, Annual Meeting & Elections Reminder

September 29, 2022 taos amateur radio

OPD (Old Police Department) - TaosARC October 12, 2022 Agenda, Annual Meeting & Elections Reminder

6:00 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: 107 Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571

Optional potluck, 5:30

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and ZOOM for your choice, see Zoom instructions forthcoming.

Notice: New ByLaws are effective 10/12/2022.

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name.

3) Approval of prior month (September) minutes.

4) Treasurer's Glen (KF5OSB) Report Balance is: _+$11,555,05 (9/29)__
City payments received, LANL payment received, only 1 AR of $500 outstanding.

5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: a) Elections in October under new bylaws, effective 10-12-2022, approved in September: b) Current nominations are: President Tim (W5TNM), Vice President Greg (KF5TTO), Secretary Donovan (K2AH), Don (K2WQ) Treasurer, Board Members & Roles: Tom (KF5RKM) Grants, Glen (KF5OSB) Events & Facilities, Sherri (KI5TLA) STEM, standing Trustee Brian (NB5R), immediate past president Mike (NM5MK) i. New officers are effective January 1, 2023.

6) New Business: a) US Forest Service inventory submitted b) TBD c) Other?

7) Old Business: a) STEM update – Sherri (KI5TLA), b) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (K2AH), Don, (K2WQ). c) PIC and SAM work needed?

8) Repeater Report/Update – NB5R, (KF5PFO)

9) HF Report – John (WB5Q) Don (K2WQ)

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO

11) ARES update – HF 3939, 1st Sunday

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures reports, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

a) Show & Tell – i. Future Learning: Chirp programming, Anderson power poles, 1st HF antenna, coax & connectors, crimp vs soldering, using OPD HF radios. More ideas and more volunteer teachers.

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net:

Analog:

K2AH Donovan, 2. K5GEO George, 3. W5JHW John, 4. KE5CEJ Catherine, 5. NM5MK Mike, 6. KI5HKU Craig, 7. W5TAO Gary, 8. N5TSV Mickey, 9. W5TNM Tim, 10. KF5TTO Greg, 11. KI5IPS Sheila, 12. KI5AXU Karen, 13. K7KAH Kiri, 14. KF5OSB Glen, 15. W5GWR Wayne Net Control DMR:
W5JHW, John 2. N5TSV, Mickey 3. K2AH, Donovan 4. W5TNM, Tim 5. NM5MK, Mike 6. W5GWR, Wayne 7. KF5OSB, Glen 8. K5GEO, George (Net Control) ZOOM Information:

TaosARC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: TaosARC Monthly Meeting Time: Oct 12, 2022 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84369595612?pwd=eS9pd2t3NnZiQUJRMnZJeWRUZmxnZz09

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September Agenda V2 and October Annual Meeting Notice

August 28, 2022 taos amateur radio

OPD (Old Police Department) - TaosARC September 14, 2022 Agenda 6:00 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: 107 Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571

Optional potluck, 5:30

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and ZOOM for your choice, see Zoom instructions forthcoming.

Notice: Agenda Version 2.

Officer and board nominations, ByLaw changes are in motion and under club review. We can accept officer nominations 9/14/220 and at the “Annual Meeting” 10/12/2022 and vote on ByLaw Changes. Meeting location is above at OPD.

If my chance you have not received an email of the proposed ByLaw changes notify the club President immediately.

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name.

3) Approval of prior month minutes published 8/20/2022.

4) Treasurer's Glen (KF5OSB) Report Balance is: _$approximately 12K?
Invoiced city 8/23 for MyMorningJacket Concert.

5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: a) Elections in October, bylaws, expand board membership and vote. b) Open for nominations of: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Board Members, perhaps 4 officers and 5 board members in total reflected in ByLaws update. i. ByLaw edit V5, Section 6.06 c, removed reference to IRS “Form 990”, to IRS forms. c) Many events with approximately 663 valuable volunteer hours year to date, serving 14,924 citizens in person this calendar.

6) New Business: a) SAR IC Interest from LA, SF, Taos b) Events summary: i. My Morning Jacket 8/19 and Little Big Town 9/3 Debrief, Don (KI5ODX) c) Other?

7) Old Business: a) STEM update – Sherri (KI5TLA), Interim Frost Report. b) Insurance update on 3 sites – Tim (W5TNM) c) Trial run monthly 80M net (Don/John) d) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (K2AH), Don, (KI5ODX). e) SAM power supply on worklist, roof, licensed & state inspections.

8) Repeater Report/Update – NB5R, (KF5PFO)

9) HF Report – NM5MK

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO

11) ARES update – HF 3939, 1st Sunday

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures reports, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

a) Show & Tell – Deferred for nomination and ByLaw discussion to allow for more time.
i. Future Learning: Chirp programming, Anderson power poles, 1st HF antenna, coax & connectors, crimp vs soldering, using OPD HF radios. More ideas and more volunteer teachers.

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net:

Analog:

KI5WQZ Parish 2. KF5TTO Greg 3. NB5R Brian 4. KF5OSB Glen 5. KI5AXU Karen 6. K5GEO George 7. W5JHW John 8. NM5MK Mike 9. KF5RKM Tom 10. W5TNM Tim 11. W5TAO Gary 12. W5ZAC Zac
K2AH Donovan 14. KB5NFT Dale 15. N5TSV Mickey
W5GWR Wayne (Net Control)

DMR:

W5JHW, John 2. N5TSV, Mickey 3. K2AH, Donovan 4. W5TNM, Tim 5. NM5MK, Mike 6. W5GWR, Wayne 7. KF5OSB, Glen 8. KF5OSA, Daniel 9. K5GEO, George (Net Control) ZOOM Information:

Taos ARC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: TaosARC Monthly Meeting Time: Sep 14, 2022 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)

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September Agenda & October Annual Meeting Notice

August 23, 2022 taos amateur radio

OPD (Old Police Department) - TaosARC September 14, 2022 Agenda 6:00 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: 107 Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571

Optional potluck, 5:30

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and ZOOM for your choice, see Zoom instructions forthcoming.

Notice:

Officer and board nominations, ByLaw changes are in motion and under club review. We can accept officer nominations 9/14/2022 and at the “Annual Meeting” 10/12/2022 and vote on ByLaw Changes. Meeting location is above at OPD.

If my chance you have not received an email of the proposed ByLaw changes notify the club President immediately.

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name.

3) Approval of prior month minutes published 8/20/2022.

4) Treasurer's Glen (KF5OSB) Report Balance is: _$approximately 12K?
Invoiced city 8/23 for MyMorningJacket Concert.

5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: a) Elections in October, bylaws, expand board membership and vote. b) Open for nominations of: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Board Members, perhaps 4 officers and 5 board members in total reflected in ByLaws update. c) Many events with approximately 663 valuable volunteer hours year to date, serving 14,924 citizens YTD.

6) New Business: a) SAR IC Interest from LA, SF, Taos b) Many Events to summarize: i. MyMorning Jacket Debrief, Don (KI5ODX) ii. 9/3 Little Big Town, full crew, more signup available. c) Other?

7) Old Business: a) STEM update – Sherri (KI5TLA) b) Insurance update on 3 sites – Tim (W5TNM) c) Trial run monthly 80M net (Don/John) d) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (KI5SNX), Don, (KI5ODX). e) SAM power supply on worklist, roof, licensed & state inspections.

8) Repeater Report/Update – NB5R, (KF5PFO)

9) HF Report – NM5MK

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO

11) ARES update – HF 3939, 1st Sunday

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures reports, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net:

Analog: W5GWR – Wayne Net Control DMR: K5GEO, George (Net Control) ZOOM Information:

TaosARC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

TBD

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Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes - Meeting on Aug 10, 2022

August 20, 2022 taos amateur radio

Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes - Meeting on Aug 10, 2022 OPD, 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571

Sign in. Meeting began at 6:05pm
Roll Call. 21 attended, with 3 on Zoom. We had 2 first time guests.
Approval of Prior Months Minutes held on 07-13-22 and published on 08-02-2022
Treasurer's Report. In Glen's (KF5OSB) absence, Glen texted Wayne that the bank balance was $12,526.20. Tim (W5TNM) covered the financial report. Expenses were $494.95 for Picuris repair, a $500.00 LANL Volunteer Award is to be coming in from LANL. Accounts Receivable from Town of Taos for $2000.00 for two concerts (PAID). Quotes have been sent for two more concert supports for Aug 19 and Sept 3rd events. There was also a return of $500.00 that had been approved for Sherri (KI5TLA) for the ARRL Teacher Institute trip, with a robust ARRL reimbursement.
President's Remarks. Tim (W5TNM) a) Tim skipped to Brian, who was scheduled to speak later in the agenda. Brian spoke of new batteries, new wiring, for Picuris. New solar panels costs will be shared cost by Taos ARC and Rocky Mountain HAM. Other equipment is in the works. SAM has special equipment coming as well. The cost of $494.95 for the installed equipment, free of labor costs and time donated by Brian was brought to vote to pay the invoice. Motion by Jane (KJ5ANE) and seconded by John (WB5Q). Motion was unanimous with no objections.

b) Search and Rescue interest from LA, SF, Taos was discussed by Tim. He introduced Craig Gillio (KI5HKU), a member of both TARC and TSAR to speak. Craig expressed the importance of repeaters and SAR's reliance on them as backup. He cited the need to use the Elk Mountain repeater as the sole of communication for flood rescue efforts in Guadalupita. SAR communications failed, without the Elk Mountain repeater, some of the search teams would have had to come out of the field. In SAR is there are no communications, you cannot have search teams in the field.

Craig gave credit to TARC for keeping even isolated repeaters functional for rare events and incidents. Craig added that the flood damage in that area is massive and will be bad for years. Jane chimed in about displaced residents of that area returning to a temporary space in their business building who lost too much to return home after the fires, and further lost their dwelling from flash floods.

Tim said that Delinda (TSAR President) has a new grant for training. Tim has offered guidance to the SAR community for FCC licensing. Tim said Incident Commanders from Santa Fe, Los Alamos and Taos want to visit the OPD Hamshack. The visit is expected next month. Brian chimed in about working on a new repeater in Mora.

c) Elections in October, bylaws, board expansions of additional board members with roles for board members, and membership votes. Tim asked for feedback on the increase in board members. A current membership list was validated by Donovan (KI5SNX) ((Distributed post meeting)). d) Trial run perhaps on an HF monthly net – could be 80 meter. Don (KI5ODX) accepted lead with John (WB5Q) as backup. Tim suggested Wednesday following the rhythm of the typical Wednesday night TARC activities.

e) Total insurance premiums- $807.00. Tim proposed more insurance for TSV, Angel Fire, and Holy Cross for an additional $84.00 per year to intentionally underinsure for $2K per the 3 sites. Motion to approve by Donovan, seconded by Brian. Motion approved unanimously with no objections.

f) Many events with approximately 579 valuable volunteer hours year to date.

6) New Business. a) Many events to summarize. i) Fiesta debriefs- In Glen's absence, Donovan announced that Glen (KF5OSB) and Daniel (KF5OSA) handled the brunt of the work. Donovan said that Glen was frustrated with the disorganization of the Fiesta Committee. ii) Elk Mountain- already discussed by Craig. iii) Upcoming Concerts: 08-19, Morning Jacket and 09-03, Little Big Town. Tim passed around the sheet for more sign ups from members. b) ARRL Teacher Institute presentation and class proposal by Sherri (KI5TLA). ARRL paid Sherri's entire expenses. Sherri expressed her lack of knowledge on the subject of electronics. She went on to say the course greatly increased her knowledge and skills in electronics. Sherri produced an impressive slide show on TARC's big screen of her training accomplishments. Brian paid Sherri compliments on the demonstrated work pieces that was passed around for the membership to inspect (secretaries note: as a previous avionics technician in the Air Force, I concur with Brain on her quality of work). Sherri stated she is returning the $500.00 the club had approved because of the fact that ARRL covered all her expenses. Sherri want's to buy equipment for the students. She gave a list of what and how many. The total cost she announced came to $2,886.99. Paul suggested buying a Simpson analog multimeter as well. A vote was called for by Tim. Motion to approve was called by John and seconded by Don. Motion was approved unanimously with no objections. The club approved of the Simpson as well.

7) Old Business. a) OPD Shack facilities update. No updates b) SAM. Some materials have been acquired. Time will be chosen for repairs.

8) Repeater report. Covered by Brian earlier in the meeting.

9) HF report. Deferred with the possible future HF net discussion.

10) Net Report. Wayne, analog net control reported 18 attendees including, Honorary Silent Key, John (KE5CEI), a dear friend of Catherine (KE5CEJ), a regular participant in the Taos ARC analog net. On behalf of the members of Taos ARC, I'll say 73, John. And sorry for your loss Catherine. Wayne (W5GWR).

Mike (KI6KGC) chimed in about POTA. He enthusiastically spoke about POTA (Parks on the Air). He displayed his certificate for accomplishing a required number of contacts.

11) ARES Update.

12) Other Business. a) ARRL Testing: Saturday 10:00am at OPD, 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571, November 12. b) Nets, 4th Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm, Picuris 147.120+, 67 analog, immediately following is digital, 442.174 + 5, CC5, TS2, TG 715 local.

13) Notice- Each club meeting is held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm at 107 Civic Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571. The minimum agenda includes Treasurers report, new business, old business, and closeout.

14) Business Meeting Closeout. Closure called for by Tim. Motion called for by Brian (NB5R) and seconded by Don (KI5ODX). Unanimous with no objections.

Thank you, Secretary Wayne, for creating these minutes. (TH)

TARC Draft ByLaws Change for Discussion

August 7, 2022 taos amateur radio

All, you will note on the agenda that rolled out at 4pm Saturday, I mention ByLaws. We currently have 6 board members, Pres, VP, Sec and Treasurer and 2 board at large (one is actually X-Pres Mike). Note, the board at large is a 2 year limit which is fine. Six is an even number, but we never need tie breakers because we get along and focus on the club. See Section 5.02, page 9.

We have a lot more members now then we did 3 years ago. We know clubs will vary. The officer election is October, so the timing is right to consider any changes to the bylaws for membership to get a discussion and review period. Bylaw changes have to curate for a 30 day review period for members to review.

Changing the bylaws is possible if we desire, we have done it 3 times since I have been here. 1) allow proxy voting, 2) Address grant spending 3) define a quorum.

My discussion point is to add 1, a trustee. The bylaws say a trustee can be appointed for a committee. I would propose adding a trustee without a term limit, but elected annually to the board. That would be the FCC owner of our call sign - NB5R, Brian. That is "7" on the board.

My next thought is since we are considering changes and have more people, add 2 more board members at large, but with a club job. Other than immediate past president, the now proposed 3 board members at large would be assigned/volunteer a role by the club. I am reluctant to assign a role in the bylaws because the club need can change from year to year. Some examples of a required role, could be: facilities, grant POC, STEM (can be adult learning too), Shack Maintenance, Membership, other? etc... But I believe (does not mean it is correct), board members at large should be responsible for some role.

So we know the bylaws call out a quarterly board meeting, which we do not do, and voting on a new member, which we do not do. Also the bylaws call out committees: Technical, Trustee, Facilities, Audit.

Here is the standing, current Section 5.02: Section 5.02 NUMBER, TENURE, AND QUALIFICATION (a) NUMBER (i) The Board shall consist of six (6) members. The six (6) members shall include four (4) current Officers and two (2) Directors-at- large. (ii) One of the Directors-at-large shall be, with his or her concurrence, the immediate past president of the Club, unless he or she shall be a current Officer. (b) TENURE

(i) Each Officer and Director(s)-at-large shall hold office for a period of one year. No Director shall serve more than two consecutive one-year terms as an elected director. (ii) At the conclusion of two consecutive, one-year terms as an elected director, the vacating Director shall be ineligible for reelection to the Board of Directors for a period of one (1) year. (iii) The above notwithstanding, any member, regardless of previous service as a Director, may be appointed by the Board of Directors subject to a vote of consent at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the members to fill the remainder of the term of any Director who leaves the Board for whatever reason for the remainder of the term of the leaving Director. (c) All members of the Board shall be members of the Club in good standing and shall hold a valid Amateurs Radio operators license issued by the Federal Communications Commission.

Proposed discussion language.

Section 5.02 NUMBER, TENURE, AND QUALIFICATION (a) NUMBER (i) The Board shall consist of nine (9) members. The nine (9) members shall include four (4) current Officers and two (4) Directors-at- large and one (1) trustee. (ii) One of the Directors-at-large shall be, with his or her concurrence, the immediate past president of the Club, unless he or she shall be a current Officer. (iii) The three (3) board members at large will be responsible for a single role assigned by the club at the election, with possibilities being Membership, STEM, Grant Management, Facilities, ARES, Technical or other roles for the convenience of the club. (b) TENURE

(i) Each Officer and Director(s)-at-large shall hold office for a period of one year. No Director shall serve more than two consecutive one-year terms as an elected director, with the exception of the Trustee, there is no fixed term limit for the Trustee. (ii) At the conclusion of two consecutive, one-year terms as an elected director, the vacating Director shall be ineligible for reelection to the Board of Directors for a period of one (1) year. (iii) The above notwithstanding, any member, regardless of previous service as a Director, may be appointed by the Board of Directors subject to a vote of consent at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the members to fill the remainder of the term of any Director who leaves the Board for whatever reason for the remainder of the term of the leaving Director. (c) All members of the Board shall be members of the Club in good standing and shall hold a valid Amateurs Radio operators license issued by the Federal Communications Commission and an ARRL member.

The complete, current bylaws in full we will emailed to the club for review.

73, W5TNM th

TaosARC August 10, 2022 Agenda

August 6, 2022 taos amateur radio

OPD (Old Police Department) - TaosARC August 10, 2022 Agenda 6:00 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: 107 Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571

Optional potluck, 5:30

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and ZOOM for your choice, see Zoom instructions at the bottom of agenda.

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name.

3) Approval of prior month 7/13/2022 minutes, published 8/2/2022.

4) Treasurer's Glen (KF5OSB) Report Balance is: _$12,529.20?
Expenses: $494.95 Picuris repair (Vote). $500 LANL Volunteer Award incoming. AR $2,000. Quotes sent for Aug 19 and Sept 3 events

5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: a) SAR IC Interest from LA, SF, Taos b) Elections in October, bylaws, expand board +2 with roles, trustee, membership vote. c) Trial run monthly 80M net? (owner) d) Total insurance premiums $807 i. Sam & Picuris equipment insured 6/10/2022, $282.10. ii. OPD $23K coverage $324.95, Liability $200 iii. $84, a proposal to underinsure with $2k coverage on each TSV, Angel Fire, Holy Cross? iv. Uninsured Site Equipment List: TSV: Ham Repeater, APRS Digipeater, Antennas, Batteries AngelFire: 147.34 Quantar Repeater, APRS Digipeater, Antennas, Batteries Holy Cross: Mickey Repeater, Fire Link Radio, TSV Link Radio, Arcom Repeater Controller, Antennas, Battery e) Many events with approximately 579 valuable volunteer hours year to date.

6) New Business: a) Many Events to summarize: i. Fiesta debrief, Glen (KF5OSB). ii. TSAR – Elk Mountain Repeater Debrief – Craig (KI5KHU) iii. Upcoming concerts: 8/19 Morning Jacket and 9/3 Little Big Town.
b) ARRL Teacher Institute presentation and class proposal. Sherri (KI5TLA). c) Other?

7) Old Business: a) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (KI5SNX), Don, (KI5ODX). b) SAM power supply on worklist, roof, licensed & state inspections. (owner needed)

8) Repeater Report/Update – NB5R, (KF5PFO)

9) HF Report – NM5MK. Keith (KI5TZD) has HF winlink working

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO list at end of agenda, including SK.

11) ARES update – HF 3939, 1st Sunday

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures reports, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

a) Show & Tell – Deferred for Techer Institute Time i. Future Learning: Chirp programming, Anderson power poles, 1st HF antenna, coax & connectors, crimp vs soldering, using OPD HF radios. More ideas and more volunteer teachers.

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net: Analog: Taos ARC Analog Net Check-in List:

KF5TTO Greg , 2. KI5QDH Greg, 3. KI5AXU Karen, 4. K5GEO George
KJ5ANE Jane, 6. W5JHW John, 7. KI5HKU Craig, 8. NM5MK Mike
NB5R Brian, 10. W5TAO Gary, 11. KI5TLA Sherri, 12. W5TNM Tim
KI5SNX Donovan, 14. N5TSV Mickey, 15. KE5CEJ Catherine, 16. N2YZW Paul
KE5CEI John (Honorary Silent Key)**, 18. W5GWR Wayne (Net Control)

DMR:

W5JHW, John, 2. W5TNM, Tim 3. N5TSV, Mickey, 4. NM5MK, Mike 5. KI5SNX, Donovan, 6. NB5R, Brian, 7. W5GWR, Wayne, 8. K5GEO, George (Net Control) ZOOM Information:

TaosARC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: TaosARC August 10, 2022 Monthly Meeting Time: Aug 10, 2022 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)

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Minutes 2022-Jul-13 Meeting

August 2, 2022 taos amateur radio

Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes of the Meeting on 07-13-22 OPD, 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571

Sign in. Meeting began at 6:10 pm
Roll Call. 21 members attended in person and 5 on Zoom.
Approval of Prior Months Minutes held on 06-08-22 and published on 07-09-22.

a) Motion for approval was by Don (KI5ODX) and seconded by John Carson (call sign unknown). Minutes were approved unanimously.
Treasures Report.

a) Balance not available for the meeting. Glen said he would get the balance later. Tim said it was around $12,000. Expenses: Unanimous board vote of $1000,00 for Picuris equipment. Accounts receivable of $2000,00 after receipt and deposit from town of $1000.00. We had a TSV donation of $2,276.00 worth of equipment. There were also miscellaneous expenses for Field Day and rain ponchos for various town events.
President's Remarks: Tim (W5TNM)

a) Tim reported total insurance premiums at $807.00.

i) Tim stated that SAM and Picuris were insured as of 06-10-22. ii) Tim said OPD has $23,000 in coverage costing $324.95, liability costing $200.00, and SAM and Picuris costing $282.10. iii) Tim asked if we should insure/under-insure Holy Cross, TSV, Angel Fire, (Red River is owned by Chevron). Greg (KI5TTO) suggested we get a price on insuring those facilities. Issue was tabled for now.

b) Tim stated that we have had 494 volunteer hours after many events, year to date. He mentioned that it helps with future grants and justifying our presence at OPD should it be questioned, we would have a quantified answer.
New Business.

a) Tim talked about numerous summaries.

i) Arroyo del Norte Elementary School STEM: Demos were conducted. ii) Town Bike Rodeo: Don coordinated the event iii) ZZ Top: About a dozen members participated. iv) ARRL Field Day: 18 + attended with two solar stations participating. v) Lyle Lovett: Went to 11:00 due to rain forced delays. Coordinated by Don (KI5ODX). Don said we learned a lot, despite imperfections. vi) Elle King: Coordinated by Donovan (KI5SNX) He will coordinate with Don on upcoming events as to alternate comm frequencies.

b) Upcoming Concerts.

i) 08-19: Morning Jacket; 09-03: Little Big Town. Matt (KN8X) has the sign-up sheet.

c) Fiesta Support July 22-24, Glen (KF5OSB)

i) Glen stated he just got off the phone with Theresa, who said there was a meeting scheduled that Glen was not aware of, so Glen had the action to get with Theresa. Tom (KF5RKU) chimed in mentioning that he would attend the planning meeting and inform us of the details. Glen said we will help get vendors set up that Thursday starting at 5:00-about 9:00. He gave specific details. Then again on Sunday to get them out at about the same time. Glen finished by saying we will be supported by Taos PD which is reliable.

ii) Debrief of EOC meeting with Bobby Ortega and Mark Lucero conducted by Greg (KF5TTO) and Kiri (K7KAH). Greg stated that the gate problems have been resolved. He said we were still welcome to use the building. We look forward to working with city, county, and all. Tim (W5TNM) promised to assist them with a grant they plan to write.

iii) ARRL Teacher Institute travel expenses- $500 travel advance vote approved. Vote for expense was motioned for by Don and seconded by Dan (KI5NSW).
Old Business.

a) Stem Update. Sherri (KI5TLA). Should come back with lots of new info.

b) OPD Shack facilities update. Donovan (KI5SNX). Topic not discussed.

c) SAM power supply. On worklist

d) SAM workday. Not discussed
Repeater Update/Report-Brian (NB5R). Picuris repeater (KF5PFO) needs attention, according to Brian. Charging components need replacing as diagnosed by Brian. He also discovered additional problems with the DMR portion. Much of this was caused by a lightning strike. He mentioned a solar panel that also needed replacement. A question about money came up to which Brian responded that we already have the money. Upgrades include an additional battery, according to Brian. He also mentioned the Mora Sheriffs repeater was back up after the fire. He gave detailed descriptions of the massive damage to shacks and towers in the area and one that miraculously was unscathed. Being that that area is such a "hole", Brian will put in a request for a HAM repeater there with the county. Changes to SAM combining three repeaters to one antenna and other improvements coming to SAM as well according to Brian. Manpower will be needed for some of the tasks. Tim said help will be needed for other tasks as well. Miscellaneous repairs were also discussed.
HF Report. Mike (NM5MK). HF not discussed. Tim announced that Keith (KI5TZD) had Winlink working.
Net Report. Tim reported that nets, both analog and DMR did not take place because of repeater failure.
ARES Update-HF 3.939 on 80 meters, 1st Sunday of the month. Tim advised those who are interested in ARES to take the 100, 200, 500 and 600 courses. HF net was discussed for Taos ARC.
Other Business.

a) ARRL Tests for 2022: Saturday November 12, 10:00am to be conducted at the OPD located on 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571.

b) Nets are held on the 4th Wednesday at 7:00pm via Picuris repeater.
Notice- Each club meeting is held on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm and is located at 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571. Minimum agendas are treasurer's reports, new business, old business, and closeout.
Business Meeting Closeout. Motion called for by Don (KI5ODX), seconded by Mickey (N5TSV). Approval was unanimous.

OPD (Old Police Department) - TaosARC July 13, 2022 Agenda

July 10, 2022 taos amateur radio

Optional potluck, 5:30
6:00 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: 107 Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and ZOOM for your choice, see Zoom instructions at the bottom of agenda.

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name

3) Approval of prior month, 6/8/2022 minutes, published 7/9/2022.

4) Treasurer's Glen (KF5OSB) Report Balance is: _$xxxxxxxxxxx
Expenses: Unanimous board vote, $1,000 for Picuris equipment; we are shack guests. Accounts Receivable of $3,000. TSV equipment donation of $2,276. Misc expenses for Field Day and rain ponchos for concert events.

5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: a) Total premiums $807 i. Sam & Picuris equipment insured 6/10/2022. ii. OPD $23K coverage $324.95, Liability $200, SAM & PIC $282.10 iii. Do we short insure, Holy Cross, TSV, Angel Fire (RedRiver Chevron not owned)?
b) Many events with approximately 494 valuable volunteer hours year to date.

6) New Business: a) Many Events to summarize: i. Arroyo Del Norte Elementary School STEM, Town Bike Rally, ZZ Top, ARRL Field Day, Lyle Lovett, Elle King. ii. Upcoming concerts: 8/19 Morning Jacket and 9/3 Little Big Town, Matt KN8X has signup.
iii. Fiesta Support July 22-24 Glen (KF5OSB) -no parade- b) Debrief EOC meeting with Bobby Lucero, Mark Ortega, (Greg KF5TTO, Kiri K7KAH, W5TNM) c) ARRL Teacher Institute travel institute expenses, $1K travel advance vote. d) Other?

7) Old Business: a) STEM Update – Sherri (KI5TLA). b) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (KI5SNX), Don, (KI5ODX). c) SAM power supply on worklist, licensed & state inspections. (owner needed) d) SAM workday for roof and other?

8) Repeater Report/Update – NB5R, (KF5PFO)

9) HF Report – NM5MK. Keith (KI5TZD) has HF winlink working

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO (5/25 Net Cancelled due to equipment failure)

11) ARES update – HF 3939, 1st Sunday

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures reports, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

a) Show & Tell – TSV Equipment, John (W5JHW) i. Future: Chirp programming, Anderson power poles, 1st HF antenna, coax & connectors, crimp vs soldering, using OPD HF radios. More ideas and more volunteer teachers.

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net: Analog: NA Repeater down DMR: NA Repeater down

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Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes of the Meeting on 06-08-2022

July 9, 2022 taos amateur radio

Taos Amateur Radio Club Minutes of the Meeting on 06-08-22 OPD, 107 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87571

Sign in. Meeting began at 6:10 pm
Roll Call. 24 members attended, 19 in person and 5 on Zoom.
Approval of Prior Months Minutes held on 05-11-22 and published on 05-20-22.

a) Motion for approval was by Greg (KF5TTO) and seconded by Don (KI5ODX) Minutes were approved unanimously.
Treasurer's Report. In Glen's (KF5OSB) absence, Tim (W5TNM) announced that Glen texted him reporting a bank balance of $11,828.28. Received Frost Foundation Grant check for $3000.00. Received the Civil Air Patrol check for $500.00.
President's Remarks. Tim (W5TNM)

a) Wildfire response by 15 members totaling 128 hours volunteered. "Thank You" certificate was left at OPD by Comms Commander, Brent Harberer and signed by the Incident Commander. Certificate was passed around for all to see. It said thanks for helping at the radio shop.

b) SAM and Picuris equipment to insure was brought up by Tim. Tim stated fire burns uphill and stressed the importance for insurance. Tim called for a motion to approve insurance to the amount of $200.00-$300.00. Brian (NB5R) pointed out that we had three other sites but was tabled by Tim for the meantime. Tim stated we have about $43,000.00 worth of equipment minimum. Tim again called for a vote to insure SAM and Picuris. Motion called for by Brian (NB5R), seconded by Kiri (K7KAH). Motion unanimously approved with no objections.

c) FCC June 4th testing at OPD. Results: 2 generals and 2 Extras tested. Ed (N6RFG), Craig (KI5HKU) passed the General. Donovan (KI5SNX) and Keith (KI5TZD) passed the Extra.
New Business.

a) Deferred as guest speaker, was running late, but expected soon.

b) Summer music signup. Matt (KN8X) has the official list. Tim announced that we have quality vests in. Tim said he ordered on with his call sign for $16.99.

c) Field Day. Tom (KF5RKM) scheduled Field Day for Taos ARC at Kit Carson Park, 8:00-5:00, June 25th. Craig will bring solar equipment, according to Tim. Tim said he will bring his rinky-dink 5-watt solar rig, and the club generator. Tom (KF5RKM) displayed the banner for Field Day. Tom said it was 4'x6'.

d) Bicycle Rodeo. Tim requested 4-5 radio operators on June 12. Tom said he had himself and three other people and it will be held at the town hall. It will be a safety course for the kids and approximately 30 bicycles will be given away, according to Tom. Tim requested one more volunteer for the event. Don (KI5ODX) asked about coordination. Tom said communications will be via OPD analog. Tim mentioned rotating the batteries of the HT’s.

e) TARC is registered for federal grants. Tom (KF5RKM) wanted to let everyone know that the grants for government are now set up with a unique identifier that allows us to go after US Government grants. He said he hasn't had a chance to look too much, but stated many are available. Tim went on to speak about small grants we won to-date where we did not budget a management fee. Tim discussed you can add a management fee for a grant, in advance, with a budget with 7% being low and 20% is high, with 10% being an average allowed to cover grant management.

f) Picuris battery capacity to double. Brian (NB5R) Brian stated that we can't access Picuris due to forest closures. Upon opening, Brian stated he plans to install a second battery and we already have the additional battery in our possession.

g) KF5PFO QSL card update. Cheap QSL cards does only reprints, but updated and printed 200 cards for TARC with the correct new address, email and website.

*) Off agenda. Sheila reported she has a friend needing some antennas removed, and requested help.

7) Old Business.

*) Off Agenda. Dale (KB5NFT) chimed in that he would be in Angel Fire around the 26th-27th and would be working with Matt (KN8X) on July 10th on a radio project. Specifics are unknown.

a) Taos High School Radio Club update- Sherri (KI5TLA) Sherri announced five students are interested.

b) Arroyos del Norte Elementary planned demonstrations, K-5th Grade STEAM (STEM?) June 6th-9th, 2022, 1-3pm, W5TNM and W5ZAC. Tim said we'll see how that goes.

c) Hold on FirePad purchase from 5/11 vote, due to an Amazon policy issue. Tim stated we voted to order 5 FirePad units from Amazon. Apparently, they want to tie a person to the purchase. They wanted an Amazon business account, which Tom has. Amazon refused to sell otherwise.

*) Off agenda. Matt chimed in about Donovan (KI5SNX) doing online testing with him as a VE on (HARC). He suggested Donovan as a second CEV for the club due to Matt's business schedule causing him to be absent at times. Donovan could substitute on those occasions. Matt would like to see more online participation within the club for giving tests. Matt stated it would help get the word out there for Taos ARC worldwide. He further stated testing being done in Italy, Antarctica, etc., and the youngest test taker was eight, passing with a 34 out of 35. Matt called for generals and extras within the club to contact him or Donovan to join the VE team. Matt said Taos ARC can set their own schedule for testing.

d) 20 vests for events arrived, 5-M, 10-L, 5-XL, 13 mesh (W5TNM).

e) OPD shack facilities update. Tim jested the toilet was now fixed. He asked for any other shack needs.

*) Secretary's remarks- Agenda versus segments e) through f) are unaligned with the agenda and will be reported as they occurred without a reference number.

Per agenda, Donovan (KI5SNX) for shack updates and Wayne (W5GWR) for new 600 watt amplifier installation, were not recognized, Though they were agenda items.

Mike chimed in about the amplifier that has been on backorder. He announced the frequencies available, but before using it, members would require an orientation on its use. Mike announced that we have seven key holders to the shack as opposed to one (We only had the one key to the EOC). He mentioned Wayne (W5GWR) being just down the street who could allow access. He also suggested that a renovation on the rest of the building would give space to future emergency operations such as Comms Command. Tim suggested a training course on the operation of various radios, one at a time.

Don (KI5ODX) was asked for a wish list for the shack by Tim. Don announced a wish list proposal for tools to add to the shack. Wrenches for fixing the toilet, to electrical tape, to test equipment and said the list is being added to. He specified multiple antenna analyzers as part of the test equipment. other equipment could be considered as money is available and the appropriate test equipment is determined, we could act with purchases at that time. He ended by saying you can't do it unless you have tools. Matt chimed in with talking about CreatePoint, a simcard thing in the event of power failure. Brian said it would be good for a comms trailer. He stated he can have 300 people on it on his own private cellular setup.

f) SAM power supply on worklist as announced by Tim. The electric meter on the repeater shack is still an issue. Tim mentioned that Larry (KG5KYP) will help when the time is right. Tim expressed that he would like to get the meter swap done this year.

g) Fiesta support, July 22nd-24th. Agenda called for Glen (KF5OSB) to speak, but in his absence, Tim is unsure of the Fiesta event happening or not. Regardless he asked members to pace themselves for events to avoid overdoing it.

Tim reported (out of agenda sequence) that the nets are doing good. He thanked Wayne (W5GWR) and George (K5GEO).
ARES update-HF 3.939, 1st Sunday of the month.

a) Brian (NB5R) ARES debrief notes below. Tim specified that we had never had drills before. he welcomed volunteers. Brian then took over comments, saying around 4-23, 128 man hours were provided. He stated Comms (Fire) wanted 12 hour shifts. He said we are unpaid volunteers, so you get what you get. Tim chimed in with talking about 6 hours working well for us. Kiri said that everyone who wants to work with any ICS event should have 100, 200, 700, and 800, FEMA training. She said she would send out a list for information. Brian Chimed in about the forms to be used. Brian gave a brief history in ICS going back to California fires in the ‘70s. he also expressed the need for a unified command system as to many people from different agencies think they're in charge. Brian announced that Kiri would be our ARES assistant emergency district coordinator (AEDC).
Deferred item 6.a) Mitch (KE6CNG) town representative. Mitch arrived and began to speak of summer music events assistance needed from the club for emergency radio communications. Mitch announced that he would be the emergency management coordinator. Discussion was of taking baby steps in learning about emergency procedures. There is a differentiation between the two types of ICS responses. One is an event which is planned, and the other is an incident which is unexpected. By doing events, all will sharpen our skills for when an incident should occur. The importance of knowing our job as the community may not know TARC ARES exist yet, but they will expect performance in an emergency.

Future events requiring TARC volunteer assistance, including the Bicycle Rodeo, ZZ top concert, and more. Discussion went on to give examples of emergencies we may encounter, with examples such as lightning, etc. For the events we will be under security and under the town. We discussed past lightning evacuations. Discussion led to future development of TARC ARES and other emergency entities based upon FEMA, ICS procedures.

Matt chimed in about offering general emergency training. He went into more detail about certification and his history of events. It was a very impressive compilation of his experiences.

Motion to close the meeting was called for by Sherri and seconded by Don.

Meeting adjourned at 7:25 pm.

Repeater report/update. - N5TSV, NB5R, W5JHW. Picuris Echolink UP! KF5PFO. Credits not acknowledged. Not acknowledged during meeting.

HF Report-NM5MK. Not acknowledged during meeting.
Net Report-W5GWR & K5GEO (14 and 8 attended) Tim said nets are doing good and thanked Wayne and George.
ARES update-HF3.939 1st Sunday

OPD (Old Police Department) - TaosARC June 8, 2022 Agenda

June 4, 2022 taos amateur radio

6:00 PM, 2nd Wednesday Held at: 107 Plaza Drive Taos, NM 87571

Optional potluck, 5:30

We have a simultaneous in person meeting and ZOOM for your choice, see Zoom instructions at the bottom of agenda.

6:10 Meeting Begins

1) Sign in

2) Guest & member introductions, call sign & first name

3) Approval of prior month, 5/11/2022 minutes, published 5/20/2022.

4) Treasurer's Glen (KF5OSB) Report Balance is: _$_11,918.79___6/2/2022
Frost Foundation Grant $3,000 for STEM. New financial statements produced. No grant expenses this month. TARC Liability policy paid 6/8/2022, $200 premium paid. Civil Air Patrol billed $500 for SAM.

5) Tim (W5TNM) President’s remarks: a) Wildfire Response 2 - Town of Taos Support, 4/24/2022, 128 hours, 15 people. ARES debrief at end of agenda. 144 hours total Calf Canyon – Hermits Peak response b) Sam and Picuris equipment list to insure. c) FCC June 4 test results, Generals: Ed (N6RFG), Craig (KI5HKU), Extra Donovan (KI5SNX).

6) New Business: a) Town of Taos – Mitch (KE6CNG) b) Summer Music Signup, 6/18 ZZ Top, Matt (KN8X) owns the list now. OPD Analog.
c) Field day, Kit Carson Park & banner $66.38, Tom (KF5RKM) d) Bicycle Rodeo, June 12, request for 4 or 5 operators Tom (KF5RKM) e) Registered for Federal Grants. Tom (KF5RKM) f) Picuris battery capacity to double. Brian (NB5R) g) KF5PFO QSL Card update, small buy.

7) Old Business: a) Taos High School Radio Club Update – Sherri (KI5TLA). b) Arroyos Del Norte Elementary, K-5th Grade STEAM, 6/7,8,9/2022, 1-3pm, W5TNM & W5ZAC c) Hold on FirePad purchase from 5/11, Amazon policy issue d) 20 Vests for events 5-M, 10-L, 5-XL, 13 mesh (W5TNM). e) OPD Shack facilities update Donovan (KI5SNX), Mike (NM5MK) i. New 600W Amplifier installed (W5GRW), Shack Needs (KI5ODX) f) SAM power supply on worklist, licensed & state inspections. (owner needed) g) Fiesta Support July 22-24 Glen (KF5OSB)

8) Repeater Report/Update – N5TSV, NB5R, W5JHW Picuris Echolink UP! KF5PFO

9) HF Report – NM5MK

10) Net report – W5GWR & K5GEO (14 and 8 attended)

11) ARES update – HF 3939, 1st Sunday,
a) Brian (NB5R) ARES DEBRIEF NOTES BELOW

13) Notice - Each club meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6 PM, 107 Plaza Drive, Taos, NM 87577, minimum agenda Treasures reports, New Business, Old Business, Closeout.

14) Business Meeting Close

a) Show & Tell – ARES Debrief Brian (NB5R) i. Future Chirp programming, 1st HF antenna, coax & connectors, crimp vs soldering, using OPD HF radios. More ideas and more volunteer teachers.

Picuris NET CONTACTS 4TH Wednesday 7PM May Net:

14 on Analog:

NB5R Brian, 2. W5TAO Gary, 3. KF5TTO Greg, 4. KF5AXU Karen
K5GEO George, 6. KJ5ANE Jane, 7. W5JHW John, 8. NM5MK Mike
KI5HKU Craig, 10. W5TNM Tim, 11. KI5SNX Donovan, 12. W5ZAC Zac
KE5CEJ Catherine, 14. W5GWR Wayne (Net Control)

8 on DMR: W5JHW, John, KF5TTO, Greg, KI5SNX, Donovan, NM5MK, Mike, W5TNM, Tim, W5TAO, Gary, W5GWR, Wayne, Net Control: K5GEO, George

TARC ARES Debrief: Calf Canyon - Hermits Peak Fire >300K acres

Evacuee support to Town of Taos, 4/23/2022, 16 hours.

Type 1 Federal Fire Team Support May 14-19, 2022 Events: 15 people, 128 volunteer hours. Orders: medical, diesel, UTV/ATV, meals, sprinkler, horse roundup.

Total 2 event TARC ARES volunteer hours 144.

Notes: • Approximately 40 radio calls per day, approximately 200 radio calls. • Site keys distributed. • CMD 13 COM-T did not go to Picuris as COM-L ask. • RADO, COM-L, COM-T are certifications and titles to be earned. • COM-L wanted a schedule. • Good USFS RADO and COM-L cooperation. • 48 hour roster to provide to COM-L. • Roster taking 2 hours a day to manage between 2 people. Emails, radio calls, phone calls etc… • Shifts, 12 hours too long. • Discovered shifts best split 8 to 2 and 2 to 8, then all would get good experience – figured out too late. • Allow signup online. • Do not allow sign up online. • No on-call list. • Used email to communicate. • No group text list. • 4 hours void, then engaged LAARC when Mon, Tue and Wed needed. • ICS 213 for LAARC operator – to get off from work. • No one ARES trained or drilled recently, for years. • No ARES organization in TARC, minus DEC. • ARES on TARC agenda since September 2021. • Unfamiliar terminology, ICS, Cubie, difficult to understand on the radio if you do not know what is means. • Santa Fe SAR, not sure how they got there. • Communications with TSAR. • Field COM-T’s returned and 6 national guard ended our need. • 22 role descriptions for ARES online. All require ARRL membership.

POC for our DEC role requirements: • Technician class or higher. • Work under TARC DEC and support TARC. • ARRL full membership. • 24x7 or near, email access. • Ability to phone text. • Maximize TARC investments with OPD for public service. • Ability to quickly and accurately received and send radio messages. • Work with the town of Taos and Taos County in TARC’s behalf to for emergency plans. • Support at least 1 annual drill (could be field day events, off grid). • Reasonable ability to travel to sites within Taos County with limited offroad. • ICS Training: 100.c,200,700,800

• Responsibilities from ARRL Website • The Assistant District Emergency Coordinator may serve as a general assistant to the District Emergency Coordinator or as a specialist. That is, the ADEC may assist the District Emergency Coordinator with general leadership matters as the District Emergency Coordinator’s alternate, or the ADEC may be assigned to handle a specific important function that does not fall within the scope of the duties of the District Emergency Coordinator’s other assistants. The designated ADEC will act as the DEC in his or her absence or in emergency response operations to maintain continuity of leadership when 24-hour activity requires multiple shifts.

• The ADEC should be familiar with the Official Appointment Description for the ARRL District Emergency Coordinator, which contains the fundamental responsibilities of the DEC.

• At discretion of the DEC, assist with collection and consolidation of Emergency Coordinator monthly reports, and submit monthly progress summaries to the Section Emergency Coordinator. Provide timely reporting of emergency and public safety communications rendered in the Section for potential inclusion in ARRL media relations activities.

• Recruitment of new hams and League members is an integral part of the job of every League appointee. Appointees should take advantage of every opportunity to recruit a new ham or member to foster growth of Field Organization programs, and our abilities to serve the public.

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