October 2024

Fulton Amateur Radio Club
Meeting Minutes
October 23, 2024

Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Vice President Ken Ellsworth (N2GFG) at 7:02 PM.

Announcements

• It was announced with sadness that President Paul Hopman passed away unexpectedly on Monday.

Guests/New Members

• Guest: Jim Blackburn (KC7CNN).

Committee and Officer Reports

1. Secretary:
   
   • Previous meeting minutes were read and approved.
     
     • Motion: Rick B.
     • Seconded: Dave G.
     • Motion carried.
2. Treasurer:
   
   • Report presented by Bob.
   • Total balance: $875.31.
     
     • Motion: Garrette
     • Seconded: Keith Conroy
     • Motion carried.
3. RACES:
   
   • No report, as Mike was not present. Ken will follow up for a report at the next meeting.
4. Community Service:
   
   • The 33rd annual Reindeer Run is scheduled for Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 9:30 AM. Volunteers will be solicited two weeks prior to the event.
   • Road construction projects are complete, increasing the likelihood of supporting the Tour de Loop in 2025.
5. Website & Social Media:
   
   • Call for content; no other updates.
6. Education and Exams:
   
   • Technician Class: Congratulations to new licensees Daniel Walsh (KE2EFG), Antonia Gilkey (KE2EFM), and Christa Gilkey (KE2EFT).
   • The General Class will not be held this fall, but support is available for self-study.

Old Business

• Antenna Trailer:
  
  • Painting and repairs are planned. The trailer will remain in Ken’s garage for storage until spring.
• 147.15 Repeater:
  
  • Operational, but the airport antenna shows limited range outside West Oswego/Hannibal.
• Dave Webb’s Estate Equipment:
  
  • Equipment has been retrieved and stored at Ken’s. A work party removed the tower and patched holes. Cataloging is pending for future club decisions.
• Christmas Party:
  
  • Scheduled for December 14th at RFH.
    
    • Meet at noon, eat at approximately 12:30 PM.
    • Menu prices: Haddock $23.03, Prime Rib $33.27, Chicken Parmesan $26.87.
  • Judy will email members to collect RSVPs.
  • Presenters:
    
    • Judy will confirm with Bill Scriber.
    • Keith has a backup presenter available if needed.
  • Invites:
    
    • Dave Webb’s widow and Julia Hopman will be invited, with the club covering the cost.
    • Presenter’s meal will also be covered.
      
      • Motions: Judy, Rick, and Dave Granoff.
      • Seconded: Garrette and Keith.
      • All motions carried.

New Business

• Picnic Coordinator:
  
  • Discussion and nominations for a picnic coordinator will occur before next summer.
• November Meeting:
  
  • Scheduled for November 20th to avoid the holiday.
• Wednesday Morning Breakfasts:
  
  • Members have been meeting at 10 AM at the Chicken Chop, but it is closing.
  • A suggestion was made to try Mimi’s Diner as the new location.
• Fox Hunt:
  
  • Group discussion about potentially hosting a fox hunt or similar event.
• 2025 Officer Nominations:
  
  • President: Ken Ellsworth
  • Vice President: Dave Granoff
  • Secretary: BT (willing to continue)
  • Treasurer: Rick B.
• Memorial for Paul Hopman:
  
  • Calling hours and funeral details will be shared with the club.
  • A $50 contribution to Paul’s family was approved.
    
    • Motion: Garrette
    • Seconded: Ken
    • Motion carried.
• Bylaws Amendments:
  
  • Proposed clarifications for election processes:
    
    • Nominations in October, voting in November.
    • Additional changes to be discussed in November.

Adjournment

• Motion to adjourn: Judy and Bob Lamay.
• Meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM.